careerJob dissatisfaction
#RI-69f831e0·5 months ago·
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“Got first job for higher pay”
What Actually Happened
First week was a struggle, long commute and work hours
What I wish I knew
"Pay wasn't worth the stress"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Think twice before taking a job for money alone"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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career Category
2,654
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
41%
of career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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