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I’m a senior manager... same boat... pretty sure I’ve ruled out astronaut and professional athlete. It that’s about it.
Syou can start thinking about your future plans now. It’s not too late
I left public about a year ago for private equity fund accounting and not loving it so I’m working with a coach to really figure out wtf I want to do with my life. Would be more than happy to share her name in a DM - seriously has changed my life and outlook and we are on month 3/6 of sessions. Not the cheapest purchase but you get what you pay for and I cannot say enough good things about working with her for my future!
You’re not alone.
An exit plan isn’t necessary if you like what you do and can see yourself continuing to grow in the profession. Whether you plan to stay at your current firm or think you may go somewhere else, the only thing you need to focus on is identifying what feels right as the next step and what skills you need to grow to help you get there
Self reflection and introspection is difficult but valuable...
I’ve felt the same way before, especially at senior 1. I’ve found it helpful to set milestones/check ins with myself. If you haven’t decided to try for partner, tell yourself “I’ll stick around until making manager and then reassess.” It could even be just another year or two. Eventually you’ll figure out something. If you remain ambivalent throughout the process, that’s probably a sign that partner track isn’t for you and it’s either ED or industry.
Wouldn’t it follow that you’d either jump into an industry role in either tax, finance, or accounting? I mean, unless you hate what you’re doing now.