17. Your network outlasts every job you’ll ever have. Early in my career, I focused on the work and neglected networking. In hindsight, this was a mistake. Colleagues who invested in relationships - inside and outside the company - reaped benefits for decades.

They heard about opportunities first, could build bridges faster, got recommended for roles, and co-founded ventures with people they’d built trust with over years.

Your job isn’t forever, but your network is. Approach it with curiosity and generosity, not transactional hustle.

When the time comes to move on, it’s often relationships that open the door.

Thanks! I used to think writing code was the easiest and most enjoyable thing in the world. Interacting with people? That’s always been the hard part. Guess it’s high time I changed my mindset now.