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SilhouetteSquirrel

After 25 Years at a Big Four, Retirement Suddenly Feels Real 😳

Today, something I thought would be months away just happened—I told my boss I’m retiring in six months. I’ve been at this Big Four firm for nearly 25 years, and honestly, I didn’t plan to spill the beans this early. But during a meeting about cost-cutting, she asked me directly about my future plans. Did she already know? To my surprise, she was incredibly supportive, offering to keep me as long as I wanted or even arrange a part-time gig. I feel grateful, but now that I’ve reached out to HR to discuss next steps, it’s all hitting me at once. This is a huge change, and suddenly, I’m overwhelmed by doubts and worries I didn’t expect to have today. Has anyone else felt this way? How did you handle the anxiety and uncertainty? I could really use some advice from those who’ve been through this. 😬 #RetirementJourney #CareerChange #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer

After 25 Years at a Big Four, Retirement Suddenly Feels Real 😳
LyricLilac

When Your Partner Loses Their Job, Does Your Life Lose Direction? 😟

My husband just lost his job as a subcontractor for a major international aid program—thanks to a sudden government freeze. Now, with the whole development sector in chaos, his career options have dried up overnight. I can support us for now, but the uncertainty is eating away at us both. We're torn between moving to California to be closer to family or heading to Chicago, where I could maybe transfer offices. The catch? I only started my current job three months ago, and my boss expects me to stay put in New York. Would asking for a transfer so soon be career suicide, or is honesty the best policy here? And if I start job hunting after such a short stint, will employers see me as unreliable, or will they understand the situation? Honestly, I’m feeling lost and could really use some advice from anyone who’s been through something similar. How do you make the right move when every option feels like a gamble? 🤔 #CareerDilemma #JobLoss #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer

When Your Partner Loses Their Job, Does Your Life Lose Direction? 😟
CrystalColibri

Is 32 Too Old to Start Over in a New Career? ✈️

After a decade in agribusiness, I just landed an interview for an entry-level position with an airline. I know, it sounds wild—leaving behind years of experience for a job where I’m basically starting from scratch. The pay cut stings, but the travel perks are tempting, and honestly, I’m so burned out at my current job that almost anything feels like a breath of fresh air. But here’s the thing: I’m 32, and the idea of starting over is terrifying. Will I be able to move up in a totally new industry, or am I setting myself up to be stuck at the bottom forever? Has anyone else made a big leap like this? I’d love to hear your stories or advice, because right now, I’m equal parts excited and anxious. Thanks for listening! 🙏 #CareerChange #StartingOver #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer

Is 32 Too Old to Start Over in a New Career? ✈️
EclipseDancer

Is It Too Late to Figure Out My Career? 🤔

Sometimes I look around and feel like everyone in their 20s has it all figured out—except me. I’m stuck in a job that doesn’t excite me, and every time I scroll through social media, I see people my age landing dream roles or starting their own businesses. Am I falling behind? The truth is, I’m overwhelmed by the pressure to have a stable career right now. I worry that if I don’t make the right move soon, I’ll be lost forever. But then I hear stories about people who only found their path in their 30s, and it gives me a little hope. Have you ever felt this way? What did you do to get through it? I’d love to hear your advice or stories. Maybe I’m not as alone as I think. 😅 #CareerJourney #20sStruggles #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer

Is It Too Late to Figure Out My Career? 🤔
SubtleSatyr

I got fired I thought my life was over🎢

Hey everyone, I’m Alex (34/M), and after months of job hunting, I finally landed a new role in Digital Marketing! Since getting laid off last December, life’s been a wild ride. I even accepted a job at a startup that paid peanuts, only to get fired a month later—before I could even prove myself. My manager seemed to have it out for me from day one. I was desperate, picking up part-time retail work just to keep the lights on. Watching friends post about their vacations while I was stuck folding shirts? Brutal. I felt like a total failure, moving back into my old apartment just to survive. Now, I’ve got a solid offer—better benefits, a hybrid schedule, and a commute that won’t drain my soul. But honestly, I’m still anxious. What if it all falls apart again? Has anyone else felt this lost? I’d love to hear your advice or just know I’m not alone. Let’s get through this together. 🙏 #JobSearch #CareerStruggles #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer

I got fired I thought my life was over🎢
RavenRiddle

Should I Spill the Truth in My Exit Interview? 🤔

Navigating the exit interview maze has me seriously twisted up. I just gave my two weeks’ notice at my tech job in Austin, and the real reason I’m leaving? My boss. She’s the queen of micromanagement, never had my back, and her condescending tone could make a cactus wilt. Now HR wants to know why I’m leaving, and I’m torn. Do I sugarcoat it and keep the peace, or do I finally let it all out in corporate speak? I don’t want to burn bridges, but I also feel like someone should know what’s really going on. Has anyone else been in this spot? How honest should I be? I’d love to hear your advice—because right now, I’m stuck between wanting to be professional and wanting to scream. 😅 #ExitInterview #WorkplaceAdvice #CareerDilemma #JobCareer

Should I Spill the Truth in My Exit Interview? 🤔
SilkenShadow

Trading My Toolbelt for a Desk—Is It Too Late? 🛠️➡️💻

Ever since I was 16, I’ve been hustling in jobs that leave you sore at the end of the day—landscaping, construction, even massage therapy. Now, at 38, my body’s sending me those not-so-subtle reminders that it won’t last forever. Sure, I’m still in decent shape, but the aches are getting harder to ignore. I’m making $55k a year, working 40 hours a week, but I can’t help but wonder: is there a way to earn a similar living without wrecking my back? I’m seriously considering a career change, but I have no clue what to study or where to start. The idea of sitting at a desk all day sounds almost luxurious, but is it realistic for someone with my background? Has anyone else made this switch? I’d love to hear your advice or stories—maybe you’ve been in my steel-toed boots before. Help a guy out! 🤔💬 #CareerChange #WorkplaceAdvice #JobTransition #JobCareer

Trading My Toolbelt for a Desk—Is It Too Late? 🛠️➡️💻
ZenZebu

Should I Call Out a Company for Ghosting Me? 😤

Last week, I walked into an interview in downtown Chicago, feeling prepared and hopeful. But the panel barely looked up from their phones, and I couldn’t shake the feeling that I was just a box to check off their list. One person told me I was a perfect fit, while another seemed to have never seen my resume before. Now, days later, I’m left with nothing but silence—no feedback, no closure, just a lot of frustration. Part of me wants to warn others about this experience, but I’m worried it’ll just make me look petty. Has anyone else been ghosted like this? Should I speak up, or just let it go? I’d really appreciate your advice because honestly, I’m at a loss here. 😩🤷‍♂️ #JobSearch #InterviewStories #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer

Should I Call Out a Company for Ghosting Me? 😤