Feeling hopeless about my career rn...

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Careers are just tools to help us acquire what we want. My career hasn’t gone as well as others but ultimately it matters more what I do with what I have than where I am in my career at any one point

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OP, Did something happen to trigger this feeling or has it been that way for sometime? Either way, go ahead and vent out more. It may be time for a change, let us know how this group can help.

you're amazing - this comment is so thoughtful. thanks.

At least you still have a job

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