careerEducation vs Job
#RI-6a6afd91·6 months ago·
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“pursue Master's in Software Engineering or switch jobs”
What Actually Happened
I'm torn between pursuing a Master's in Software Engineering or switching jobs, feeling pressure from family and uncertain about my career path.
What I wish I knew
"more about the job market and potential for growth in Software Engineering"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"research thoroughly and weigh pros and cons before making a decision"
Regret Index
7/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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career Category
2,635
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
15%
of career decisions land in the regret band the same as this one.
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