I worked in audit for a few years then left to work at a private equity fund. I realized I don’t like the accounting world. Feeling lost in my 20s figuring a new career path. Anyone have advice or stories

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I’m on the same boat, still trying to figure out my next move but thinking about doing a coding bootcamp.

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Omg.. me too…

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Mba

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What is it about your past roles that you don't like and what are things you're looking for?

Ive done about a year in audit and about to leave for an advisory gig and I don't really have high hopes in the sense that I'll find "fulfillment" or personal satisfication. My takeway is that all jobs just kind of suck

I don’t necessarily need to feel fulfilled by work I just need something that won’t leave me feeling drained 24/7 and toxic work environment. Wishing true 9-5 jobs existed.

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Yo how much they pay in private equity ? Senior auditor for pe clients here

110 bass plus bonus

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