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I spend too much money on my gf
Which is the best salary account in Nagarro
What's the notice period in NTT global?
Somewhere between UT and Colorado
Truth be told.
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Usually when I leave, it's because of the culture and the people, not necessarily the work. And at that point, I don't really care about the raise, I just need my mental health to stop deteriorating, lol.
Rising Star
That’s a very real point. Culture and the people you work with shape your day-to-day experience more than the job description ever will. When the environment starts affecting your mental health, compensation almost becomes secondary.
From your experience, do you think there were early signs about the culture that you’d look out for differently next time? Thank you
It can be a smart move. I did get a small pay bump when I moved, but that really wasn’t the determining factor. I was getting to a point where I wasn’t using my skills as much and just falling behind. New role offers a lot of interesting projects, and I’m more engaged at work. If have to spend 40 hours working, and I’d really like to do something interesting.
Rising Star
I like how you framed that. A small pay bump is good, but growth and engagement often have a much bigger long-term impact on earning potential. If you’re building stronger skills and working on meaningful projects, that usually compounds over time.
Looking back, how did you assess that the new role would truly stretch you and not just feel different at first?
It could be if the growth trajectory looks good. It's not something I'd do unless I knew that was going to be the case though. Changing jobs is a hassle. Only worth doing if it's guaranteed to pay off.
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That’s a balanced take. Moving roles without a raise can make sense if the trajectory is clear and measurable. Otherwise, the switch can feel like disruption without return. Clarity on growth path, visibility, and timeline to progression really matters.
In your view, what signals or commitments would make you confident that the growth trajectory is truly solid before making that move?