In this episode, Newton delves into the often-overlooked challenges of working in IT organizations, emphasizing the need for transparency about these issues, and aiming to equip listeners with the awareness needed to navigate these challenges and foster resilience in the IT workplace.

Firstly, Newton explores the prevalence of office politics in IT, highlighting how favoritism and loyalty to managers can overshadow competence and hinder career progression. Next, he discusses the monotony of repetitive tasks in the industry, citing studies linking boredom to decreased mental health and physical well-being.

Newton also delves into the inefficiencies of meetings in corporate IT, where productivity is often hindered by excessive opinions and lack of focus. He then sheds light on the disguised stagnation in IT careers, where professionals may be kept in the same role for years under the guise of social benefits and fancy titles.

Another challenge highlighted is the constant need for upskilling and reskilling due to frequent changes within IT organizations. This perpetual cycle of learning can be overwhelming for long-term employees who find themselves constantly adapting to new tools and processes.

Newton also addresses the “Dream Abattoir” phenomenon, where ambitious aspirations often succumb to the demands and time constraints of full-time IT jobs. Many professionals find themselves unable to pursue side hustles or entrepreneurial endeavors due to the all-consuming nature of their IT roles.

In this episode, Newton delves into the alarming wave of job cuts sweeping through the tech industry, shedding light on the staggering numbers.

The narrative zooms in on major players like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, PayPal, and others, all announcing significant layoffs, some doing so under the guise of cost-cutting.

The episode highlights Tesla's recent mass layoffs, drawing attention to the human toll behind corporate decisions.

Since the beginning of this year, and that's been only four months:

- DELL has laid off 8,000 employees,
- PAYPAL has laid off 9% of its employees (2,500 headcounts)
- MICROSOFT has silently bid goodbye to 1,900 of its employees.
- GOOGLE axed 1,000 employees,
- SAP axed 8,000 employees,
- CISCO axed 4,250 employees,
- XEROX axed 3,000 employees,
- AMAZON axed 400 employees,
- TWITCH axed 35% of its workforce,
- APPLE axed 614 employees,
- SNAP axed 10% of its workforce,
- SALESFORCE axed 700 employees,
- TIKTOK axed 250 of its employees,
- ZOOM axed 150 employees…

Newton questions the ethics of sudden job terminations, emphasizing the potential impact on employees and their families. He scrutinizes the disconnect between profitability and job cuts, hinting at possible ulterior motives, some driven by Wall Street pressures.

The podcast raises concerns about the moral responsibility of companies towards their employees, advocating for a more compassionate approach to workforce management. It also issues a call to action for upskilling and reskilling in the face of technological disruption, offering insights into future-proofing one's career.

The episode serves as a wake-up call to some of the tech industry's harmful practices and urges listeners to stay vigilant amidst the changing landscape.

In this episode, Newton delves into the distinctions between Information Technology (IT), Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Computer Science, and Computer Engineering.

Newton clarifies the differences in career paths, education, and job opportunities within each field, offering insights into their unique contributions to the tech profession.

With clear explanations and historical anecdotes, this episode provides a comprehensive understanding of these pillars of technology.