CareerClient Loss
#RI-6a9eb91f·3 months ago·
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“Lost potential $8-10K project due to client's disappearance”
What Actually Happened
Lost client due to my inaction and not being proactive in following up
What I wish I knew
"Communicate directly with client to avoid misunderstandings"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't assume the client will reach out; follow up regularly"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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Career Category
6,107
Career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
44%
of Career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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