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#RI-6acf015d·5 months ago·
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“Turned down director-level role for family time”

Turned down promotion for predictable workload and family time

What I wish I knew
"Pros and cons of career advancement"
If I could tell you one thing
"Prioritize family needs when making career decisions"
0
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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