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careerJob Offer Dilemma
#RI-69e33abc·5 months ago·
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Torn between dream company and 50% raise

Leaving dream industry for financial stability may dull skills and make it hard to return

What I wish I knew
"More about the job market and breaking into the space industry"
If I could tell you one thing
"Pursue financial stability while still working towards long-term career goals"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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