May 10, 2006 09:40
So, I have to say: quitting my first real job is quite possibly one of the most stressful things I've gone through.
And I know this is not the first job I will quit. And I'm sure my career path will change throughout my life.
But this is my first job outside of college. I learned a lot here and made a lot of friends.
And now I have to leave.
And EVERYONE in the office (here AND San Diego) knows it.
And now I feel like I'm disappointing people.
It wouldn't be such a blow to everyone if TWO OTHER PEOPLE HADN'T QUIT IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS.
I feel like I'm leaving them at the worst possible time. Kick 'em when they're down, huh?
But who am I to stay? Who am I to pass up an incredible opportunity doing something challenging and will pay me more?
This new job is going to mean good things for me.
I just can't help but feel guilty leaving my first job.
Oh well. First of many I guess.
PS, I got into graduate school. George Washington University class of 2009 :)