Warning: inc humble brag

Just received an offer for an exit against all the odds from the beginning.

During HR screening, recruiter said HM and VP are not interested in hiring a consultant for the role. But they are willing to talk about it because of my experience in the area. (Cont.)

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Sounds like a red flag. Interviews didn't go well but you still got an offer? Run.

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Oh ok. I can't read. Congrats!

During the technical interview, the SME kept disagreeing with the answers I gave (even though I am right) and I thought I have failed. After 2 weeks of giving them a deadline, they have finally decided to move forward for final rounds.

During final round, HM brought up one of the projects I led with the company but eventually ended sourly, not because of my work but nonetheless.

And finally, to all those who says consultants can be swe. I’m finally exiting as swe to do something I enjoy.

Yes. Consulting isn’t for me, especially not for PPMD path. It has become more and more stressful as I moved up.

Congrats! What was the new comp package?

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