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Career ChangeStuck in a Dead-End Job
#RI-6a7565f1·5 months ago·
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Lookback: Next 5 years

Changing careers without a clear path

Feeling professionally stuck and burned out in an optical management job with no career path

What I wish I knew
"What are the highest-leverage steps to take in business development"
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't be afraid to take calculated risks and seek out opportunities outside your comfort zone"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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