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I joined current company 3 months ago but I’m thinking of leaving. Great pay, career growth opportunity, supportive manager, and gaining leadership experience by managing and hiring the team. However I really do not enjoy the job. It is so uninteresting. It’s a BI Manager role.

I then got a new job offer today to become a Product Manager for a startup that raised its Series B. I want to take it because it’s a great opportunity to try out something new but I feel guilty. What do I do?

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It’s hard for anyone to tell you what to do.

You have to do what makes you happy and what helps you reach your goals.

If your choice is to leave and take this other position, all you have to do is be honest and grateful.

You can say something like, “Thank you ______ for the opportunity to work here. I have learned so much from you and the team during this short period of time. I feel like in order to reach my full potential and satisfaction, I need to take this other opportunity. I hope you understand. I’d be happy to refer someone else to fill my spot or help in any way I can while making this transition.”

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Additionally, what do I tell my manager? He will be very unhappy …

Curious question: is this new opportunity paying you more than your current role? If so, can you share how much more?

That said, this is common. You can just tell them I'm sorry, I'm leaving for something that better aligns with my career aspirations. No need to feel bad here, this is very common.

Base pay only

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