"Work was always my thing. I have a husband and two kids. They're amazing, yet work was where I put a lot of energy. Before I decided to leave, I said to my boss, 'I'm looking for something else. What's next for me?' He said, 'Well, I realized at a certain age I was never going to be CEO.' It became clear he thought I'd reached my peak at the company."
"I felt duped by my own illusion. I wasn't perceptive enough to see that I didn't have much room to move up, because I liked the work and was focused on getting it done. I was the annoying coworker saying, 'Hey guys, happy Monday.' After that conversation, I decided to become a bit more mercenary about it."
Lisa Fail, after nearly thirty years in the tech industry, decided to take a career break in late 2024. Despite enjoying her jobs, a conversation with her boss revealed a lack of upward mobility, leading her to feel unappreciated. Reflecting on this, she recognized her commitment to work was not reciprocated. Although she enjoyed her role in cybersecurity, she felt deceived by her own expectations. This realization prompted her to adopt a more transactional approach to her career, ultimately deciding to step back and reassess her professional path.
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