Quote Originally Posted by _Cathy_ View Post
My problem is I don't think I can get a boss as nice as my current one. And my boss moved heaven and earth to promote my role so I am doing the same staff job but they upgraded it to officer. They also gave me a hefty bonus last year when the rest of the staff had so little to nil. So I appreciate those things. It's just that I'm not excited to interact with my boss anymore. I used to be so happy when he gives me tasks. Now I am irritated when he does that.

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I also got a good bonus and the highest increase among my colleagues last year, but that didn't mean that I was getting the most competitive offer in the market.

I gave up my chill 3-4 day work week for more learning and growth opportunities, with the corresponding compensation.

It depends on what you prioritize, if you enjoy being in your comfort zone for the rest of your career that's okay. I personally decided to be uncomfortable because you don't grow as fast in a comfy environment as you do in an environment that stretches you. Of course, it's possible that I'll get burned out from the fast-paced career path, at which point I can always go back to my chill life.

On the topic of the boss though, it's really a big factor. When I was with my good boss for 2 years, it was enough of a deterrent for me to forgo job offers I got at the time. When I was having a hard time with my new boss, I entertained job interviews and fortunately it led to a good offer so I jumped ship. If I didn't go through that rocky stage with my new boss I wouldn't have even interviewed in the first place.

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