Tech hubs face career resets amidst pandemic and job cuts.

Seattle's tech industry has been hit by job cuts and the pandemic, leading to a slowdown in growth. However, the city's economy is diversified, with strongholds in healthcare, retail, maritime, and aerospace industries, which insulate it from broader economic fallout. While the city is experiencing a "regrowth" period, it is still facing a budget shortfall of $140 million, and office occupancy is only 47% of pre-pandemic levels. Despite this, Seattle remains a resilient community, and many tech firms still have larger workforces than they did three years ago. Start-ups are also seeing opportunities to attract talent that might otherwise be absorbed by tech giants.