“Left $60k job for $40k AI role”

Item: Left $60k job for $40k AI role
Rating: 5
Author: u_Sad-Friendship-8295

What Actually Happened

I'm now working in a small marketing company as an AI automation specialist, but the workload is heavy and pay is low

What I wish I knew

"I wish I knew the company's growth prospects before making the decision"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Don't prioritize short-term pay over long-term career goals"

Regret Index

5/10

Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.

SettledMixedSevere

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2,635

career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.

Same Outcome Band

17%

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