I’ve been at my company, a small REPE, for around 15 months now. I generally like my boss and job, but I do not like the office culture, i am underpaid, I have no flexibility to WFH and it is just a very old-school mentality workplace and I’ve realized is no longer for me. I’ve begun interviewing around and am pretty set on taking a new role in the next few months. Should I feel bad leaving after such a short time? The company really relies on me and it would be a big blow to them.

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You do not have to feel bad at all! You should be very proud of yourself for recognizing and accepting that the situation just doesn’t align with your values and needs the way you thought it would. The company will move on after you do, and it’s all okay. Best of luck in the hunt!

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Some more info- I have 5 years experience in real estate, and could definitely get a salary increase of at least 20%

In the end you have to do what’s best for you. I recently decided to leave my company as well. I got a huge pay increase and promotion by moving companies. No one was offended that I decided to leave and understood my reasons.

You could bluff and tell them you were offered x amount and hybrid home/office by some company. Maybe they’ll meet your criteria?

It's a great market right now for young talent. If you feel you're at the end of your rope, and you don't see things improving you should consider leaving.

It's unlikely that any company would show you any "loyalty" if you were performing 20% "below market", or if they were in tough times.

Your 15 months there isn't that long, but it's also not super concerning and would be easily explainable.

That said, if it's really only the office culture / old school mentality that's bothering you, be careful - the grass is always greener. The most important thing at a young age is to be learning from smart people.

NO. Do what’s best for you—always. Companies don’t care about us. Don’t care about them.

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