1 year later later
Full Storycareer 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
5/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionWater engineering to finance
"Pursuing MBA in Europe"
I struggled to break into FP&A and Risk roles due to lack of finance experience
5/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer 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
8/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionService Delivery to Service Design
"Pursuing a new career path"
Frustration with current role led to job search
6/10 regret
1-2 years later
Full Storycareer transitionNon-Clinical Roles
"Pivot out of clinical work"
Realized clinical work is no longer fulfilling
2/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionHigh-Risk Journalism
"Transitioning into investigative work"
Moved from field correspondent to investigator
2/10 regret
1-2 years later
Full Storycareer transitionNetworking
"Transition into Network Engineer role"
Currently studying Network+ and planning to move on to CCNA
6/10 regret
5 years of experience later
Full Storycareer 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
8/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionMechanical Design
"Transitioning out of automotive"
I've been applying to design roles without success
2/10 regret
2 years later later
Full Storycareer transitionLeaving Corporate World
"Transitioned from anti money laundering to customer service role"
Previous role was miserable, switched to customer service
6/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionLack of Experience
"Transitioning to corporate training or instructional design"
I've applied to 150 roles with no callbacks, making me question my choices
8/10 regret
1-2 years later
Full Storycareer transitionFinance
"Switching career fields after realizing late interest in finance"
I pursued Electrical engineering and Math instead of finance, despite late interest
5/10 regret
1-2 years later
Full Storycareer transitionHealthcare
"Pursue business roles in healthcare"
I've started exploring business roles in healthcare, such as healthcare consulting and management positions
2/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionPart-time work after raising kids
"Exploring part-time work after being a stay-at-home parent"
Considering work that aligns with my personality and interests
2/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionOil and Gas
"Transitioning out of field inspection"
Field work took a physical toll, seeking desk-based roles
6/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionCloud Engineering
"Switch to cloud engineering role in a different company"
Switched to cloud engineering role, but struggled with lack of practical experience
6/10 regret
1-2 years later
Full Storycareer transitionMidlife.ask
"Feeling lost in career transition"
Graduated into recession, struggled with abusive family, inconsistent employment
8/10 regret
5 years after health challenges later
Full Storycareer transitionJob Search
"Struggling to find new opportunities"
Spent 5 years rebuilding skills and experience, but still struggling to find new role
6/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionNetworking Roles
"Pursuing a BS in CS and Security+ certification"
Struggling to create a resume for civilian job applications, feeling unconfident about presenting hands-on experience.
5/10 regret
1 year later later
Full Storycareer transitionLeadership Role
"Seeking a new career path as a Lead Technical Engineer"
Applied to over 100 project management and engineering manager roles with zero callbacks or feedback, but had a promising interview after calling in a favor.
8/10 regret