Many tech companies laid off employees this year. The job search can be tough. This challenge should help you find the financial motivation to REALLY look for a replacement job. I personally quit my high-stress cybersecurity automation job back in August, before this year's layoffs. I didn't realize how stressful the job had actually been until I quit. Since I had saved up lots of money ahead of time, I did not feel an urgency to get back into the job market, and I have actually only applied for one job since I quit. Since I am frugal and I hate losing money, hopefully this challenge will help me get my ass in gear. Why are weekends excluded from the requirements? I think we should apply for jobs when everyone else is at their 9-5. Weekends and evenings provide opportunities for socializing, which is important, but it also might unexpectedly lead to a job opportunity. Don't discount the importance of networking.