Rant/Rave: Gave My Notice

[JackofDiamonds]

Don't be what guy? I'm staying in Boston or New York to be with my fiancée, so I'm applying to schools in Boston and New York. The schools I'm applying to are [expletive] hard to get into, there's a better than 50% chance that top 5 programs don't accept me on my first try.

[Jocephus]

[planet planet]

Were you disappointed when you told the CEO about your misgivings and then the conversation turned to an exit plan? Did you fully intend and were you comfortable with leaving the firm? Sounds like you can use the extra time more than the average person with your wedding and GMATs. Tons of people every day regret not having the courage to make the move you did. There will be better opportunities ahead of you and after all, you weren't happy. Yes, there's the practical side (which I know future in-laws REALLY value, so good luck!), but if they know you well enough, they know you're not a flake and the steps you're taking will better your future. Not sure about whether to apply for jobs in finance, since you just left this firm to preserve your reputation in the industry. I tend to agree with AW about taking a lesser role at a firm where you aren't handed a book of new business because you're honest with them.

And yay, you'll be on GRB even more!

[JackofDiamonds]

Were you disappointed when you told the CEO about your misgivings and then the conversation turned to an exit plan? Did you fully intend and were you comfortable with leaving the firm? Sounds like you can use the extra time more than the average person with your wedding and GMATs. Tons of people every day regret not having the courage to make the move you did. There will be better opportunities ahead of you and after all, you weren't happy. Yes, there's the practical side (which I know future in-laws REALLY value, so good luck!), but if they know you well enough, they know you're not a flake and the steps you're taking will better your future. Not sure about whether to apply for jobs in finance, since you just left this firm to preserve your reputation in the industry. I tend to agree with AW about taking a lesser role at a firm where you aren't handed a book of new business because you're honest with them.

And yay, you'll be on GRB even more!

I knew exactly where the conversation was going to go when I told a firm in a relationship based industry that I couldn't commit to client relationships, I was just shocked that the turnaround was 4 weeks. They've fired people for cause and given them 3 months to find another job in the same industry. I'm leaving for school in a year and they want to make the cut in 4 weeks. Thus the Rant/Rave. I knew it was coming, I'm glad the conversation is behind me, the timing is brutal. Really could have used 6 weeks.

Thanks guys, yesterday was the 147th worst day of my life. 3 hours on a train with some Bookers, I think I have this solved. Focus the next 2 weeks on the GMAT, apply for the bartending job, work until December (when I find out about first round decisions), then I can decide if I need to move/stay and what kind of job I should take. If I'm accepted to school for Fall 14, I'll just bartend until the Summer. If I'm not accepted, I'll move to CT, live with my fiancee, and find a job at a startup or new finance gig.

Also, prettttty impossible for me to be on GRB more than I am.

[Freed Roger]

Even though the timing wasn't the best, it could have been worse time to make change. You are still more flexible than a married person strapped to mortgage and with kids in school.

Good luck.

[Radbird]

Don't be what guy? I'm staying in Boston or New York to be with my fiancée, so I'm applying to schools in Boston and New York. The schools I'm applying to are [expletive] hard to get into, there's a better than 50% chance that top 5 programs don't accept me on my first try.

Wait. If you move to NYC how are you going to buy me a beer at Tavern next time I come up to see mini-Rad? You really should have thought about that commitment before quitting.

Seriously, planet summed it up nicely. It's obvious that you were working for a firm that didn't value you talents. Many either don't see that or don't have the guts to cut the ties and move on until it's too late (points finger at self). No doubt you will end up better off in the long run (and maybe short term too - regardless, you did the right thing).

What is your fiancée's PhD in? The kid has a year to go on her masters and she's already talking about going farther. We want to retire someday. PhD's are expensive. You have any brothers?

[JackofDiamonds]

Don't be what guy? I'm staying in Boston or New York to be with my fiancée, so I'm applying to schools in Boston and New York. The schools I'm applying to are [expletive] hard to get into, there's a better than 50% chance that top 5 programs don't accept me on my first try.

Wait. If you move to NYC how are you going to buy me a beer at Tavern next time I come up to see mini-Rad? You really should have thought about that commitment before quitting.

Seriously, planet summed it up nicely. It's obvious that you were working for a firm that didn't value you talents. Many either don't see that or don't have the guts to cut the ties and move on until it's too late (points finger at self). No doubt you will end up better off in the long run (and maybe short term too - regardless, you did the right thing).

What is your fiancée's PhD in? The kid has a year to go on her masters and she's already talking about going farther. We want to retire someday. PhD's are expensive. You have any brothers?

When are you coming back? My schedule looks to be clearing up (I'll be funemployed!).

She's in political theory, finished a masters at UChicago and decided the same thing as your daughter. PhDs are actually much cheaper than masters, she has a stipend that pays for housing and a portion of living expenses. Probably less than $10k a year out of pocket vs. the $40,000+/year for the masters.

I have a younger brother that's a sophomore in college. You in a hurry?

[Radbird]

Yes, time's running out. I need a grandkid.

[JackofDiamonds]

Grandkids are more expensive than grad school. All those jerseys/gloves/bats/toys you need to buy them as you spoil them rotten add up.

[mikechamp]

Jack:

Did you ever do anything with the job posting I sent you?