careerJob Dissatisfaction
#RI-6a0e90a7·6 months ago·
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“Got a job that's not what I expected”
What Actually Happened
I'm stuck in a job that doesn't use my AWS skills, and I'm unhappy with the work I'm doing
What I wish I knew
"I should have asked more questions during the interview"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't be afraid to ask questions and negotiate the terms of your job"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
Advice for Someone Facing This
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career Category
2,635
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
41%
of career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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