Hemant Pandey

At the end of day, we are all developing CRUD applications

But always act like we’re building the next big thing

Work1 -> Money -> Investments -> Wealth -> Freedom -> Work2

But, there is a huge difference between Work1 and Work2

Work1 pays your bills, builds assets which will make you financially sound

Work2 is for your soul, things you love and are passionate about

Life as a Software Engineer is not easy 🙃

This question should be banned

No one cares whether you use Python or Java or C++

Problem solving and your ability to communicate is what matters

#interviews

What actually matters is how fast you figure things out.

Next time you don’t know something, say it confidently.

Then, go find the answer.

That’s how you actually grow.

Too many people try to sound smart instead of just admitting they don’t know something.

They throw in jargon, vague answers, or unnecessary details—just to avoid saying it.

But here’s the thing: Nobody expects you to know everything.

🚀 “I don’t know” is so underrated

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Keep moving. The faster you move on, the sooner you’ll land an offer.

If you’re in the job hunt, remember: Luck plays a role, but consistency wins. Keep going! 🚀

Rejections are not personal. Sometimes, it’s just the wrong question or the wrong interviewer.

No matter how structured the process is, humans take interviews, and humans have biases.

Even in behavioral rounds, your answers need to align with the interviewer’s expectations, which can be very subjective.

For the same company, one candidate might get an easy question, while another gets a DP hard.

I have given interviews at 30+ companies, and here’s my conclusion:

Interviews are 60% luck and 40% preparation.

A thread 🧵👇

Stop optimizing for what looks good online.

Keep it real and focus on what truly matters.

Productivity isn’t about fancy tools or trends.

It’s about what works for YOU.

You don’t need to put numbers & percentages on every action you take.

You don’t need to take ice-cold showers just because a billionaire does it.

You don’t need to use Notion if Google Docs works for you.

There’s a thing called Productivity Porn.

It’s the obsession with looking productive, often leading to less actual work done.

Are you actually productive?

Or do you just look productive?

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Would you rather be No. 1, taking on all the pressure, or No. 2, making an impact without the full burden?

Let me know in the replies! 👇

This role is often underrated, but it can be a game-changer for your career and personal growth.

You get to operate at a high level, make critical decisions, and shape the company—without the stress of ultimate accountability.

But as the No. 2, you get to:

✅ Be part of the journey without carrying the full weight
✅ Learn the ins and outs of running a business firsthand
✅ Focus on execution & impact without being bogged down by every small detail

As a business owner, you’re constantly on your toes:

•Managing people
•Making tough calls
•Dealing with endless struggles

The pressure is immense, and the stakes are high.

Being No. 2 might just be the best job ever.

I recently heard a podcast with GaryVee where he shared something fascinating.

The No. 2 role in any business can be more rewarding than being the founder.

Here’s why: 🧵👇

Tech Industry in 2015 vs 2025 How the Tech Industry has evolved in last 10 years

I was freelancing in 2015

And then started working full-time in 2018

I have seen the industry taking some huge turns and sharing the major turns in this newsletter

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Choose your advisors wisely

Relevance is key to actionable advice

- Are they in the right stage of life?
A senior engineer who recently climbed the ranks will relate better to your journey than someone further ahead in career

- Do they have the right experience?
A great engineer might not be the best person to advise you on entrepreneurship.