career changeLeaving local government for higher education
#RI-69d9ebd1·5 months ago·
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“Seeking a better work-life balance and alignment with personal values”
What Actually Happened
I felt unfulfilled in my current role and was drawn to the mission and culture of higher education.
What I wish I knew
"More about the specific challenges and opportunities in higher ed"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Research the institution and role thoroughly before making a decision"
Regret Index
5/10
Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
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career change Category
300
career change decisions logged. Avg regret 4.8/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
18%
of career change decisions land in the mixed band the same as this one.
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