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Joining Google means stepping into a highly competitive landscape filled with some of the brightest minds. While this can be inspiring, the pressure to perform can leave employees feeling inadequate and overwhelmed. The recruitment process itself is notoriously challenging, and once inside, the competition continues—as employees vie for promotions against equally ambitious peers.
The stimulating environment can become counterproductive, with individuals feeling they must constantly scramble to gain recognition or validation. Over time, this environment fosters frustration and discouragement, prompting many to leave in search of roles where they are appreciated rather than pitted against their colleagues.