Today marked my last full working day (tomorrow I will just hand back in the equipment) at my current employer in the automotive industry. Next Monday, I will start a new job in another domain.

I’m not usually very sentimental or emotional, but my colleagues really went out of their way to make me feel special today. I received so many touching messages and wishes, which I hadn’t expected at all. It seems I made a good impression and was an important part of the team. To all those who may be reading this, thank you very much!

Overall, the job was great. 100% remote work was possible. Almost all the times I was in the office were voluntary. My boss trusted me and encouraged me. The team was fantastic, and we supported each other. Some of the client’s employees were difficult at times, but most of them were quite nice as well. Financially, I was also able to make significant progress during my time there.

But this job marks the end of my time in the automotive industry for now. My previous employer, where I also completed my studies and apprenticeship, was also in this sector. So I have spent my entire professional career so far in the automotive industry. That’s why I’m all the more excited to see what the new field will be like!

My change was not a decision against the job but more for the new opportunity. I had always been more passionate about software development itself and creating solutions than about the automotive industry per se. It was actually a bit strange that I didn’t own a car for a long time and think that Germans are far too fixated on their cars. But in the region where I live, it is simply the dominant industry. Nevertheless, it offered opportunities for interesting tasks and good jobs.

But just because something is good doesn’t mean that there isn’t something even better out there that might be a better fit for me in my situation, with my desires, interests, and abilities.

I already got the laptop for my new job. Despite having the option to choose Linux, I decided on Windows. My 19-year-old self would be disappointed about that choice. But it would also be proud of my progress. 😊