Is the tech industry the holy grail of “making it” in this world? Or, can a person find success through different paths away from the billions on billions of dollar industry? And what about my experience in tech, have I been too blinded by my own access to occasional financial stability, lifestyle choices, and who’s who proximity to speak on the massive dumpster fire tech is in today? The dream job mentality never stuck for me — no matter how many systems tried to convince me it ought to.