Has anyone made the jump from government to private industry and regret it? Torn on what to do with my career - federal employee, get decent pay and have good benefits. However, I feel like I could work harder, make more money and be more useful. The job security worries me leaving the government as well and I am unhappy that there has been no adapting to work from home life. Looking for pros/cons or personal experiences.

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Yes. I worked in government for 10.5 years and went to private for 4 years, then came back to government just in time to still be able to retire early. I do not regret leaving the government. I increased my pay significantly, gained some new skills, and when I got tired of the demanding hours in private I came back to the government where I have a much better work life balance. It is good to move around to see what you really enjoy. I have a friend who left the government a year or 2 after me and she has no plans to return. Just make sure you leave on good terms in case you plan to go back.

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Thanks for the feedback - I worry that due to my age by the time I would be able to retire (30+ years) if I went back to the govt I’d loose a lot of money due to capping out. Definitely will have to do some digging into other companies

Have you ever considered contract work with a vehicle that supplies government? You can often get a much better hourly and the work environment expectations aren't the same - many contractors are expected to be hybrid, are hired with a specific project in mind and then get to move on to the next challenge that interests them. I think it can be more focused/rewarding and the pay is generally better/you have the oportunity to revisit at the beginning of each new contract. Happy to chat further if you have Qs :)

Great insight. Thanks!

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