CareerAcademia
#RI-6a6b0b05·9 months ago·
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“Switched to private sector after PhD”
What Actually Happened
Burnt out from academia, now mow lawns for living
What I wish I knew
"Developed support system and backup plan earlier"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Prioritize well-being over career goals"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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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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