Any ideas for switching from an EA role to something else. I feel like I’ve been doing this long enough and am looking for more of a work/life balance without having to take significant pay cut. The longer I stay, the less ‘fast paced’ I want. I find that constantly being agile can often be unproductive and exhausting.

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I think the "something else" is something you need to consider carefully? What are you interested in? Are you willing to complete additional education to make that happen? If you want to stay with your current company and pivot to a different role, what are the business needs and the requirements? A lot of EAs move into HR roles, but often need to complete HR certifications first. EAs also move into PM roles, but often those pay less than an EA salary. There is a lot to consider with this kind of move, and a lot of conversations/introspection needed.

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Definitely do some soul searching! I moved into an analyst role at the same organization, no regrets but company changes have me questioning my next move. Looking at analyst v EA roles pay is definitely less and I know recruiters may not take me srsly when attempting to get back into EA.

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Thanks - interesting points. I’m just so over this role but have definitely seen high salaries only supporting one person vs. seven they have us supporting now.

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I understand and am going through a similar thought process! I want to leave my company as it’s too far of a commute and I want more flexibility, but I don’t know if I want to continue being an EA or go into something else (HR, Project Management etc?) I’m starting professional coaching so hopefully that will give me some clarity and direction! Good luck!

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