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@u/0Vocaloidabout 2 months ago
career transitionLeaving a high-paying job
"Want to leave a corporate job for a manual trade"
Feel trapped in a high-stress corporate job with no real accomplishments
What I wish I knew
"More about tangible skills and trades"
Advice

"Consider their values and what brings them fulfillment"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/Aggressive-Gap88322 months ago
career transitionresume advice
"Pivot to product companies as software engineer"
I got placed at a service company but want to break into product companies
What I wish I knew
"I should have focused on internships and relevant projects"
Advice

"Highlight relevant projects and be honest on resume"

5/10 regret
0
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@u/Local_Bullfrog_54262 months ago
career transitionFinance Industry
"Transitioning into finance with limited experience"
I'm struggling to find entry-level positions due to lack of experience
What I wish I knew
"Experience isn't the only factor in hiring decisions"
Advice

"Gain relevant skills through courses or certifications"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/snugasabuginarug__2 months ago
career transitionIT Career
"Pursue IT certifications"
I realized that certifications alone aren't enough to get hired, I need practical experience
What I wish I knew
"Certifications should be a stepping stone, not a replacement for experience"
Advice

"Gain practical experience through internships or part-time jobs while studying"

3/10 regret
0
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@u/cherry-angelxx2 months ago
career transitionoffice vs hospitality
"left hospitality for office job"
Moved from hospitality to corporate office, finding office culture fake and suffocating
What I wish I knew
"Be prepared for culture shock"
Advice

"Don't romanticize office jobs"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/Intelligent-Kiwi1182 months ago
career transitionManual QA to Other Roles
"Transitioning from manual QA to in-demand roles"
I'm seeking a new career path with more job security and higher demand
What I wish I knew
"More about the job market and required skills"
Advice

"Research and network in target fields before making a switch"

1/10 regret
0
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@u/SignificantCod68062 months ago
career transitionIT Industry
"Transitioning from Chef to IT position"
Interviews for Help Desk Job rejected due to lack of corporate experience
What I wish I knew
"More about corporate environments and expectations"
Advice

"Gain experience through internships or volunteer work"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/jhamis223 months ago
career transitionBenefits Analyst/Leave Specialist
"Switching to HR roles"
I'm unsure if I'll be hired for the new role
What I wish I knew
"More about the required skills for the position"
Advice

"Research the skills required and gain experience"

5/10 regret
0
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@u/Disenbody1173 months ago
career transitionIT/Cloud/Security Path
"Pivot into core IT/cloud/security"
Currently work as SharePoint/Power Platform dev, seek IT/cloud/security role
What I wish I knew
"More about Azure and infrastructure"
Advice

"Consider certifications like CompTIA Security+"

2/10 regret
0
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@u/Strong-Management9093 months ago
career transitionAdjuster Transition
"Transitioning from frontline work"
Tired of frontline work at Big Red
What I wish I knew
"More about transferable skills"
Advice

"Explore career fields beyond insurance"

2/10 regret
0
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@u/____Tofu____3 months ago
career transitionLab Tech to Science
"Wanting to transition back into science after 7 years out of the field"
I've been applying to jobs for a couple months with no luck
What I wish I knew
"Maybe I should've kept practicing my skills during the gap"
Advice

"Consider taking courses or getting certified to stay up-to-date"

5/10 regret
0
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@u/DifficultyStunning714 months ago
career transitionWater engineering to finance
"Pursuing MBA in Europe"
I struggled to break into FP&A and Risk roles due to lack of finance experience
What I wish I knew
"I should have built finance skills during my 4-year gap"
Advice

"Gain relevant finance experience before pursuing a career transition"

5/10 regret
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@u/WinterElfeas4 months ago
career transitionUncertain Identity
"Stuck between IT and programming roles"
I'm struggling to find a clear path forward in my career, feeling uncertain about my skills and identity
What I wish I knew
"I wish I had explored more career options earlier"
Advice

"Don't be afraid to try new things and seek guidance from others"

8/10 regret
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@u/SpecialAd24915 months ago
career transitionService Delivery to Service Design
"Pursuing a new career path"
Frustration with current role led to job search
What I wish I knew
"More about mid-career service design roles"
Advice

"Research and network in desired field"

6/10 regret
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@u/InevitableInformal145 months ago
career transitionNon-Clinical Roles
"Pivot out of clinical work"
Realized clinical work is no longer fulfilling
What I wish I knew
"More about non-clinical opportunities"
Advice

"Research and network before making a move"

2/10 regret
0
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@u/On_my_way_ToPluto6 months ago
career transitionHigh-Risk Journalism
"Transitioning into investigative work"
Moved from field correspondent to investigator
What I wish I knew
"More about OSINT techniques"
Advice

"Gain experience in OSINT tools"

2/10 regret
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@u/Mickcam6 months ago
career transitionNetworking
"Transition into Network Engineer role"
Currently studying Network+ and planning to move on to CCNA
What I wish I knew
"Start building network-specific skills sooner"
Advice

"Pursue certifications and hands-on experience in networking"

6/10 regret
0
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@u/cluelesscleaver6 months ago
career transitionHigher Ed to Corporate
"Seeking help with job hunting and career transition"
Denied a job from a high level employer in 2022 and struggling to get interviews
What I wish I knew
"More about the corporate job market and how to highlight transferable skills"
Advice

"Be open to learning and adapting to new industries and roles"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/dumb-leweed6 months ago
career transitionMechanical Design
"Transitioning out of automotive"
I've been applying to design roles without success
What I wish I knew
"Targeting the right positions is key"
Advice

"Update your resume and network in the field"

2/10 regret
0
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@u/Expensive-Spite78947 months ago
career transitionLeaving Corporate World
"Transitioned from anti money laundering to customer service role"
Previous role was miserable, switched to customer service
What I wish I knew
"More about entrepreneurship and self-care"
Advice

"Take calculated risks and prioritize self-care"

6/10 regret
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