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I love the people I work with, the team is generally very good, and the partner is very nice—even consciously giving me work from different streams so that I have new things to work on. I have a relatively good work-life balance, my bonus is good all year, and my rating is the third highest in the review band.
But I'm just bored. This job is very cushy, but it doesn't scratch that itch, you know? I just feel stuck and mentally done.
I'm planning on moving in-house within the next year, spending some time there, contemplating, and then moving to litigation if I still feel like it.
I never really thought that I'd feel so shitty because of the job I was so grateful for (still am).
I would appreciate experiences from others who have felt the same and made similar pivots. I would also appreciate tips on how to go about the next couple of years in preparation for moving to litigation.
> achieves said dream
> isthisallthereis.jpeg
> dream looked better as dream not as everyday
> looking to chase a different dream next
> definitely won't end like last time
Some people need to realise that as much as they like the chaotic pursuit of success, it is the calm at the top that is the goal, not the adrenaline of the process.
You are thinking like a gambler.
Do not gamble with your future.
It does not pay.
My advice would be to pivot to litigation if you do really wanna do it - it becomes harder and harder as life goes on and you start a family. Can't let that money go for nothing.