Word of caution: I spent five years in my 20s working at my first job at a full-service digital marketing agency. I saw a lot of coworkers move out of the agency every 1 to 3 years which is typical. I decided to go contrarian and stay five years because I figured maybe they’re wrong and just trying to get that quick salary increase without thinking long-term. I think that was a bad move since I stopped growing and my salary is still modest. Fortunately, I have now accepted another offer. 

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Of course, salary isnt everything. I enjoyed my job. But I stopped growing at least a year ago. And I probably should’ve moved one to two years ago. But you live and learn. I was almost sure that I did the right thing since I saw the others as being too shortsighted and looking for that quick move, but who knows. I figured some of my coworkers I formed relationships would be devastated or angry that I was moving but some of them weren’t phased at all. They just wished me the best. I’m not sure how to take that, I feel disappointed but also appreciative

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You’ve got a new job! You’re all set, move on to bigger and better.

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They probably understand that it was time for you to move on, just like you did. It’s a great compliment if people are excited for you getting a new job vs trying to keep you for selfish reasons.

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the sign I needed 😅

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Sameee and I always regret it. Congrats!

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No one is every really angry with someone whose stayed for 5+ years. It’s such a rarity and you’ve put in your time no one could be rightfully mad.

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True. I guess I swung to disappointment at their indifference but all in all, I shouldnt take it too negatively to your point

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