I've been at my first engineering job for a year and I'm still not sure if it's the right fit. How did you decide whether to stick with your current role or start looking for a new one?

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It pays better than other that I know and I do not hate it.
I don't know how many people are lucky enough to get a job they "love" get paid enough.
I think getting a job you "don't hate" and pays you enough is the way to go

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What are the odds that it will get better if you stay?

On the other hand, what are the odds that you'll be happier elsewhere?

I think you should keep working your current job, but you should begin casually looking for a new one. It can't hurt to see what's available. Plus, it can take a long time to find a good fit. Don't wait until you hate your job to start looking.

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Agreed, shopping around for a job is not disloyalty to the company. It’s loyalty to yourself, and would be a disservice to your company if you don’t.

If you’re already asking this question, it’s probably a good sign to start looking. It’s easier to move more quickly in your early career than later.

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