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I got an offer for a job where I’d be switching industries / taking a pay cut for a different career path that I think would provide me more fulfillment. My plan is to provide 2 weeks notice tomorrow, but I’m having anxiety about it since my projects are running full speed ahead, and I may make things quite difficult on the team. I know this may be common in consulting, but just curious if anyone has gone through similar and how you’ve approached the convos?

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A lot of us who are conscientious and/or high achieving think that our teammates can’t get along without us. I’ve spent too many years thinking like this and you know what it led me to? Not using vacation and burning myself out because I think that I can’t take vacations mid-engagement.
Don’t worry about your team, they’ll be fine.

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Pretend you’re a manager and a direct report was in your situation and shared his/her intentions to you in a genuine way. How would that land for you? I’ve always been happy for my colleagues if they were moving on to something better. If they were high performing and a great teammate, there would be some sadness, but only due to missing their presence on the team. The work goes on and people adapt. Say your good byes, stay connected to your colleagues, and pursue your next adventure with a clear conscience. Your colleagues will be fine.

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Appreciate the responses, this totally makes sense / reassured me a bit - thank you both!!

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