Career late 20s
#RI-6a0e8fc6·8 months ago·
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“Seeking a higher-paying job or starting a business”
What Actually Happened
Currently working as a termite inspector, struggling to make ends meet
What I wish I knew
"Invested in education or skills development earlier"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider starting a business or taking on a side hustle to increase earning potential"
Regret Index
6/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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Career Category
6,107
Career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
13%
of Career decisions land in the regret band the same as this one.
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