When I didn't have a summer internship, I was envious of people who did and was open to getting an unpaid one. When I got a summer internship and made $16/hr, I was envious of my Big 4 friends making double. When I got my McK analyst role, I was envious of tech guys.

I see so many posts where people are disheartened that X person makes more than them. It's super important to maintain perspective, y'all. Objectively, we're all living pretty great lives, make the best of it

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Can’t hear you down here when you’re speaking from your high horse

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Intern - it reads like a bad #blessed post on LinkedIn.

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Intern: Please pay me, I can’t afford rent
Partner/OP: ItS nOt AbOuT tHe MoNeY

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Not intended as a humblebrag in any way

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I hear ya. Nothing good comes with comparing to others. Focus on yourself and your growth trajectory. Set goals on where you want to be, role you want, money, lifestyle etc

Haha you’re getting made fun of but I get it.

The important thing is to celebrate each moment! My first internship paid $13 and I remember calling literally every person I knew out of happiness. When I got into B4 I was stoked and was one of those cringey people who put “incoming X” on LinkedIn. Then when I left for tech I couldn’t stop being happy. I think I must’ve gained 5 lbs because every dessert was justified with an “I deserve this”.

Gotta compare yourself against others to take the next step but don’t forget to be happy along the way 😄

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You are right. After a successful career before consulting, I’ve learned my sweet spot in terms of salary, and have a great pension from before. The most important thing to me is non-toxic, enjoyable work that is meaningful.

I have not found that yet, but.....lol

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Yeah...it is a tough realization.

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Being envious of others will never end. It is an endless game. Don’t stress and worry what others have. Enjoy what you have and continue to grow at your own pace. Enjoy life

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Exactly what I was thinking last night!!! God bless us

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I thought we were all doing this out of pure unadulterated PASSION lolol

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It’s a fair point. A lot of people just chasing

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