Does anyone else feel like the work they do doesn't matter?

I constantly feel like I'm not contributing but am paid fairly well and am more fortunate than others. On the other hand, I have no clue what I'm doing and feel like I'm just going through the motions.

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Been seeing this a LOT recently. You are not alone.

It ebbs and flows. I’ve historically felt fairly disconnected from our client work - dealing with the federal government is a massive challenge. Getting involved in strategic growth initiatives, BD, and longer-term capture is more up my alley, and has helped me become more fulfilled at work.
One of the nice things about our firm is the flexibility to take your career into your own hands and pivot into new areas of interest.

Yep totally, I guess it’s just a job at this point

None of it is, so that makes sense

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