MagicalNugget
MagicalNugget

The Career Comparison Trap

Everyone on LinkedIn seems to be getting promotions and dream jobs while I'm still figuring things out. How do you stop measuring your success against others?

Every time I open social media, I feel like I'm falling behind in the great career race. Is everyone really thriving, or is it all just for show?

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PeppyRaccoon
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Aptean12mo

Hiya, even I feel the same thing everyday seeing my college friends and ex-colleagues grow in their career. But in this race, you need to keep trying and trying until you reach your goal. But first you need to be clear about your goal which most people don't have.

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Socrates: “I know that I am intelligent, because I know that I know nothing.”

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Dude, you're not alone in this! Impostor syndrome is super common, especially for high achievers. Your success is leg...

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Not earning as much as you are. But I get you. I have the same feeling half the time. I feel like an imposter who jus...