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@u/SubstantialSea6306about 2 months ago
careerJob Exit
"Leaving a toxic job"
I quit my job due to poor management and lack of opportunities
What I wish I knew
"The company's culture was not a good fit for me"
Advice

"Research the company culture before accepting a job offer"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/hard2resistabout 2 months ago
careerJob Search
"Honesty doesn't get me jobs"
I've been rejected multiple times due to my honesty
What I wish I knew
"Honesty isn't valued in job interviews"
Advice

"Be prepared for rejection if you're honest"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Senior_Rooster_4467about 2 months ago
careerJob Change
"Joined EPAM, now considering product company offer"
Project allocation taking too long, received offer from product company
What I wish I knew
"More about project allocation process"
Advice

"Consider opportunity costs and career goals"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Kind_Watercress_5164about 2 months ago
careerJob Change
"Left senior data engineer role"
I realized I missed the challenge, regret leaving
What I wish I knew
"I should've negotiated a better exit package"
Advice

"Consider the long-term implications of a job change"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u/joanna_beansabout 2 months ago
careerJob Search
"Seeking input on resume format and content"
Recently graduated and looking for a career after an unfulfilling job
What I wish I knew
"Research more about the job market before graduating"
Advice

"Tailor your resume to each job posting and consider seeking feedback on its format and content"

2/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Physical-Ranger-3640about 2 months ago
careerInternship
"Choosing between three job offers"
Received three job offers with different salary and benefits
What I wish I knew
"To be more prepared for unexpected job offers"
Advice

"Weigh the pros and cons of each offer carefully before making a decision"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Goderaabout 2 months ago
careerJob Search
"Searching for a job with 4+ years IT experience"
Laid off from job in March, applied to 43+ jobs with 3 interviews but no offers
What I wish I knew
"Certifications may be more important than I think"
Advice

"Consider getting certifications to improve job prospects"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/PhoenixMaster123about 2 months ago
careerJob Search
"Struggling to find a job as a Mechanical Engineer"
No luck finding a job despite multiple attempts
What I wish I knew
"Resume format and content may be the issue"
Advice

"Tailor resume to specific job and make it easy to read"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/LivePlanSoftwareabout 2 months ago
careerEntrepreneurship
"Consider business idea before quitting job"
Quitting job without validating business idea can lead to financial struggles
What I wish I knew
"Validate business idea before taking the leap"
Advice

"Answer questions about market demand, financial viability, and risk before quitting job"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u/ThunderBased25about 2 months ago
careerLow Pay
"Expected higher salary"
I'm currently working at a job that undervalues my skills and experience.
What I wish I knew
"I wish I knew the market value of my skills before accepting the job."
Advice

"Research the market value of your skills before accepting a job offer."

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/katielovescats666about 2 months ago
careerJob Search
"Resigned from long-term job for better opportunity"
Blindsided boss with resignation, felt resentful about poor benefits and no health insurance
What I wish I knew
"To be more prepared for the awkwardness of leaving a long-term job"
Advice

"Be honest about reasons for leaving, even if it's uncomfortable"

3/10 regret
0
Author
@u/umanggoel21about 2 months ago
careerJob Search
"Applying for Data Analyst roles"
Not getting callbacks for Data Analyst roles
What I wish I knew
"Do more internships"
Advice

"Tailor resume to each job"

3/10 regret
0
Author
@u/igetyourbrandabout 2 months ago
careerClient Management
"Follow up or leave it?"
Client paid $1500, then disappeared after a month of work.
What I wish I knew
"To set boundaries or offer a refund earlier."
Advice

"Communicate clearly and set expectations with clients."

6/10 regret
0
Author
@u/this__liabout 2 months ago
careerBurnout
"Considering quitting due to burnout"
Lost sense of purpose and suffered from anxiety, depression, and physical health issues
What I wish I knew
"Prioritize learning and purpose over high salary"
Advice

"Take a break and reevaluate what you want in your next role before jumping back in"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/malevyabout 2 months ago
careerJob Offer
"Weighing two job offers"
I'm torn between a secure but stagnant job and a new opportunity with more challenges and growth potential
What I wish I knew
"More about the new company's culture and expectations"
Advice

"Consider your long-term goals and what truly matters to you"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u/ExcellentIncome3405about 2 months ago
careerJob Search
"Trying to get into M&E as a civil engineer"
Keeping my horizons open for job offers in other countries
What I wish I knew
"More about M&E opportunities"
Advice

"Research M&E industry before job search"

1/10 regret
0
Author
@u/katie_brown80about 2 months ago
careerJob Offers
"Don't turn down a decent offer"
Rejected a solid job to wait for a better one, ended up with nothing for months
What I wish I knew
"Look before you leap"
Advice

"Take a solid offer, you can always look later"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/MidLike_Waterabout 2 months ago
careerUnemployment
"Quit retail job to pursue other opportunities"
I'm still unemployed and struggling to find a new job
What I wish I knew
"I wish I had a better financial safety net"
Advice

"Don't quit your job without a solid plan in place"

7/10 regret
0
Author
@u/IntentionMother8765about 2 months ago
careerIT
"working part time"
lost IT job due to schizophrenia
What I wish I knew
"how to balance work and mental health"
Advice

"consider mental health before taking on IT jobs"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/szakeeabout 2 months ago
careerTransition
"Laid off after 15 years, unsure of next steps"
Laid off from 15-year job, unsure of skills
What I wish I knew
"To have diversified skills before job loss"
Advice

"Consider learning a trade or project management"

2/10 regret
0