Never be envious of an archaic system that's how it used to be you're now part of the trend of what its going to be! we're moving into a world of independent contractors where we don't sell our value creation off for a monthly payment and call it a stable job.

We sell it at what we think is a fair market value. While it may not be the same situation I do feel the same way about it. When I started out in tech as a spritely young student all I wanted to do was work and get myself up the corporate ladder. I never took vacations, worked overtime for no additional pay and I did see growth in my career but nowhere near what I wanted. After just about 4 years of working, I decided enough was enough.

I quit my job started my own company with the help of my co-founder and its the best decision I ever made. I dictate the way things are done, they are all on my terms and while it still has its own issues I have complete control and choice, my soul feels better about it too and I get to go on holiday and work from anywhere :)