careerStagnation
#RI-6a0e9187·6 months ago·
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“Not pursuing career progression beyond service jobs.”
What Actually Happened
I was fired and have struggled to find stable work for a year, while all my friends have advanced their careers. I feel stuck, burnt out, and left behind by the job market.
What I wish I knew
"I wish I knew how to build career momentum earlier so I wouldn't feel so stuck now."
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't let your career stagnate; always look for opportunities to grow so you don't get left behind."
Regret Index
8/10
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
41%
of career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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