How do I get over the feeling like a failure if I leave public accounting? I am miserable but trying to “stick it out until partner.” I feel like if I leave, I’ve failed.

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Wisdom is knowing when something isn't for you and walking away from it. You will be happier too.

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This. I felt the same way for a long time and thought about sticking it out and that I will be a failure if I leave, but the path to partnership has changed compared to when I started, I believe the role itself has changed and I have changed too. Understanding that this is not a life for me was hard and took a while but once I had that clarity, I did not look back. Good luck!

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