careerEducation
#RI-69c913a5·4 months ago·
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“Spent years studying IT”
What Actually Happened
Earned under $60k with a degree, while friend made $130k as Correctional Officer
What I wish I knew
"The job market and pay for IT careers"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider alternative paths like trade jobs or correctional officer"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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career Category
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Same Outcome Band
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