Is there a way to get out of project , don't care if I burn bridges

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Find a new project that'll take you and the cliche "aligned with my interests" shit and pray it works.

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I knew an analyst who scheduled a meeting with their SM and M and told them she was rolling off. And she had done them a favor by staying longer than 6 months. Needless to say she doesn't work in consulting anymore ... So maybe just be careful

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a1 has a point. That would be burning bridges.

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I never understand when my friends tell me. "Just get off that nasty project". It's a risky move, and needs to be calculated move

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D2 -correct you need a strategy

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...but if you don't care about buying bridges you can always just walk out the door. The only thing a company has on you is pay/benefits and maybe your reputation. If you are headed to another field, even the reputation may not work.

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Have your counselor behind you. They can help with the thought convos

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Maybe the more important question is how long is your role for. If it's just a couple more months then ride it out we all get out in crappy situations. If it's a year then maybe start discussing with your CC about needing different opportunities for growth

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Yeah trying to think of a strategy but everything seems like a bad move

What does your coach say?

Coach says to just ride the wave and take it as a learning experience.

a1 good advice it's only until mid November

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