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@u/84tiramisuabout 15 hours ago
career dilemmaJob Interview
"Grind through interviews for roles I'm not excited about"
Interviewed for a role I wasn't excited about, but got the job to get better pay
What I wish I knew
"Practiced more with a friend or mentor before the interview"
Advice

"Don't settle for a job that doesn't align with your goals, even if it's better pay"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/Puzzled_Reason84938 days ago
career dilemmaJob Offer
"Joining a company with questionable HR practices"
I was offered a job with a 60% hike, but the HR asked for a bribe on the day of joining, which I feel is unfair and influenced by personal favoritism
What I wish I knew
"To be more cautious and thorough in evaluating job offers and company cultures"
Advice

"Be wary of job offers that seem too good to be true and always research the company's values and practices before accepting a position"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/_s_356major10 days ago
career dilemmaJob Offer vs Current Role
"Choosing between contractor job and full-time offer"
I regret not taking the full-time offer with better pay and benefits, but I'm staying optimistic about my current role
What I wish I knew
"I wish I weighed the pros and cons more carefully before making a decision"
Advice

"Consider your long-term goals and don't be afraid to take calculated risks"

6/10 regret
0
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@u/HystericallyConfused11 days ago
career dilemmaSwitching Majors
"Struggling with computer science major"
Lost interest in computer science, struggling to see a future in it
What I wish I knew
"I should have explored my interests earlier"
Advice

"Consider your passions before choosing a major"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/chloeclaypipe13 days ago
career dilemmaJob Satisfaction vs. Income
"Weighing job satisfaction against six-figure income"
Commute and lack of social interaction have made me miserable and isolated
What I wish I knew
"The importance of social interaction in a job"
Advice

"Consider the non-monetary aspects of a job when making a decision"

7/10 regret
0
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@u/doomknight01213 days ago
career dilemmaIndustry vs Academe
"Accepted industry job offer"
Accepted industry job for long-term growth, worried about potential department tension
What I wish I knew
"More about long-term implications of industry job on teaching career"
Advice

"Weigh short-term comfort against long-term growth goals"

3/10 regret
0
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@u/LawBlue14 days ago
career dilemmaJob Offer Decision
"Weighing pros and cons of two job offers"
Current job has toxic work environment and poor management, while new job offers better culture and growth opportunities
What I wish I knew
"More information about the new company's financial stability"
Advice

"Carefully consider the pros and cons of each job offer before making a decision"

8/10 regret
0
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@u_No-Start914321 days ago
career dilemmaRemote Work
"Weighing pros and cons of remote job"
Friends and parents' opinions are making me question my job
What I wish I knew
"More about the benefits of remote work"
Advice

"Don't let others decide your career path"

5/10 regret
0
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@u_TinyKalimba26 days ago
career dilemmaChoosing a Major
"Pursuing a career in STEM despite humanities interests"
I'm struggling to balance my passion for humanities with the need for a high-paying STEM career
What I wish I knew
"I would have explored more career options that combine humanities and STEM"
Advice

"Consider a career in technical writing, science communication, or policy analysis, which leverage humanities skills in a STEM field"

5/10 regret
0
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@u_Regular_Win8683about 1 month ago
career dilemmaJob Opportunity
"Leave at same time as colleague"
I'm considering leaving my job at the same time as my senior dev colleague, who's also looking for better opportunities.
What I wish I knew
"The impact of leaving simultaneously on our team's workload and expertise."
Advice

"Consider the timing of your departure and its potential effects on your team."

5/10 regret
0
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@u_Nothing_But_Thetaabout 1 month ago
career dilemmaJob Choice
"Choosing between consulting and tech sales"
I chose tech sales, but now I'm not sure if I made the right decision
What I wish I knew
"More about the culture and work-life balance in tech sales"
Advice

"Consider your long-term goals and what will make you happy"

5/10 regret
0
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@u_MopeyMoonabout 1 month ago
career dilemmaJob Opportunities
"Between two job offers"
Moved to Austin, struggling to find job matching degree
What I wish I knew
"More about long-term travel impact"
Advice

"Weigh comfort against career goals"

6/10 regret
0
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@u_jojoposingabout 2 months ago
career dilemmaReporting Integrity
"Struggling with reporting practices and skill utilization in first job"
Uncomfortable with potential long-term risk and underutilization of skills
What I wish I knew
"More about company culture and growth opportunities"
Advice

"Weigh the pros and cons of staying or leaving a job carefully"

6/10 regret
0
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@u_Elegant-Air-9004about 2 months ago
career dilemmaJob Stability vs Personal Life
"Weighing stability against personal well-being"
I've been working 60-70 hours a week, sacrificing my personal life, due to a job that's now under fire for mismanagement and compliance issues
What I wish I knew
"I should've demanded a better work-life balance and higher pay sooner"
Advice

"Don't let fear of the job market hold you back from seeking better opportunities"

8/10 regret
0
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about 2 months ago
career dilemmaInternational Studies
"Feeling lost in my future career"
I feel like I have nothing to offer in conflict journalism and international studies
What I wish I knew
"That I should focus on developing my skills and interests"
Advice

"Follow your passion, not just the money"

8/10 regret
0
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@u_TinyKalimbaabout 2 months ago
career dilemmaMajoring in Humanities
"Want to work in STEM despite not being good with numbers"
Currently considering a career change from civil engineering to something that leverages my strengths in humanities
What I wish I knew
"More about career options that combine humanities with STEM fields"
Advice

"Explore multiple career paths and consider taking courses or getting certifications in areas that interest you"

6/10 regret
0
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2 months ago
career dilemmaJob Offer vs Internship
"Choosing between job offer and internship"
I was stuck between a job offer and an internship, unsure if I should stay or leave.
What I wish I knew
"I wish I had more clarity on the company's hiring process"
Advice

"Don't be afraid to ask for more information about the company's plans for you"

7/10 regret
0
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@u_Jazzlike_Middle27572 months ago
career dilemmaInternship Decision
"Considering internship at space tech company"
Currently working part-time as software dev, unsure about internship
What I wish I knew
"More about company's plans for permanent hire"
Advice

"Weigh pros and cons carefully before making a decision"

3/10 regret
0
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@u_celop2 months ago
career dilemmaJob Offer vs Stability
"Choose between stable job and higher salary"
I'm torn between a stable job with a stressful colleague and a higher-paying job with uncertainty
What I wish I knew
"More about the new company's culture"
Advice

"Weigh pros and cons carefully before making a decision"

6/10 regret
0
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@u_awkwardhodl2 months ago
career dilemmaJob Opportunity
"Contract-to-hire role for technical depth"
I chose contract-to-hire for hands-on experience, but felt underpaid
What I wish I knew
"I should have prioritized stability and brand exposure"
Advice

"Consider long-term stability and brand value when making career decisions"

6/10 regret
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