As I'm working tonight I thought to myself 'I don't want to be known as the Dad that is always working.' I'm single AF and have no kids, but I think I need to make a career change in the near future.

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I'm able to be a good dad and be in PA. You have to draw your own boundaries and be willing to walk alway but it's eminently do able. Though as a Staff and Senior don't know if it's realistic.

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I mean you are single so this is the time to push it if you want. Once you are further in your career you'll realize you have to own your schedule and life more. Good luck.

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