I was a laid-off software engineer who pivoted into blue-collar work because of AI. One year in, I couldn't be happier.

Tech Insider : Business
Tabby Toney's headshot after work and an image of her in uniform welding.
Tabby Toney was laid off from her tech role and started her welding job immediately after completing her certification.

Courtesy of Tabby Toney

I left Iran at age 12 and never went back because it never felt safe. At 48, I can finally picture returning home.

Tech Insider : Travel, Business
Kneeling on a sandy beach, a woman raises one arm while holding a small broom inside a heart shape made of red rose petals.
Noshene Ranjbar left Iran at age 12; now she's envisioning a return home.

Courtesy of Noshene Ranjbar

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