The Hustling Engineer

The Hustling Engineer

Maybe the 9–5 Isn’t So Bad After All

Before you quit to “build your dream,” understand why stability might be your biggest advantage.

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Hemant Pandey
Oct 26, 2025
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We’ve all seen the posts:

  • Escape the 9–5

  • Be your own boss

  • Build something you love

It sounds inspiring
But here’s the uncomfortable truth most people don’t want to say:

For most of us, the 9–5 is actually the smartest way to live

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