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#RI-6ac4ee7e·6 months ago·
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“Developed a sophisticated system in a government job”
What Actually Happened
I built a system that might become institutionalized in my government employer
What I wish I knew
"How to navigate ownership and involvement in a project that could outlast my tenure"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Document your work and establish clear communication channels with leadership and stakeholders"
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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