I'm on year 2 of the very first job I've ever had, and I like it so far. However, when I think of 'growth', I don't know if I should try to jump shops or stay. I have no other experience to compare my current one to, so it's hard to figure out what else is out there. How did you treat your retail career?

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Two years is a little premature to leave a first job. I'd give it another year before applying somewhere else. Soak up as much as you can while you're there and take advantage of any certification or training programs they offer so when you do make the move, you've got a real shot at leveling up.

You can always apply for the same position somewhere else. It’s worth a try. New environment, new things to learn. Even a lateral move, at this stage in your work experience, can help you grow.

I saw early in your career, you want to jump every 2-3 years. At this level, you want to gain experience at different companies and move up each time you switch.

I get that. Staying can give you solid experience and confidence, but exploring other shops can show you different ways things run and new opportunities. I treated my retail career like learning each place taught me something, and moving when it made sense helped me grow faster.

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