careerTransitioning to industry
#RI-69a90b58·about 2 months ago·
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“Leaving engineering job post-college, taking a non-related job instead”
What Actually Happened
Moved back home, applied to entry-level engineering jobs, never heard back; took a line cook job and got promoted to executive chef
What I wish I knew
"How to balance work and personal life while pursuing a related field"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider taking a non-related job to gain experience and skills, but make a plan to transition back to your field"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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