Unemployment vs. L/T career path

[igor555]

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@geo

^ Its MUCH easier to find a job employed than unemployed. I’d generally not waste my time with an unemployed resume unless it was spectacular and there was a good reason they quit (studying isn’t one, unless FT MBA)**. Second, you’re overestimating the value of the exams. They’re important, but won’t open up that many doors. Passing and being unemployed is worse than working and not passing, IMO. Third, most people don’t make quantum leaps. You’ll likely end up in some maybe marginally better but likely marginally worse jobs until you find one that works. Losing several months of income simply isn’t worth it, you won’t make it back with a positive NPV just through the CFA exams. A FT MBA, maybe. But not this exam. But if you’re going to lose your mind, maybe you need to step back and quit. But this is the worst decision when it comes to finding a new job. You could also try to assert your personal space better with your job. If you don’t care if you get fired, then that’s what I’d do. “Hey. I’m studying this weekend and my BB will be off, sorry, but that’s my professional and personal priority, end of story. Happy to help you on Monday.” I mean this is back office, not some big hustle career. This is an important skill to develop as you progress in your career. Learning to say no is very important. Make your boss respect your time.

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[itera]

@geo

^ Its MUCH easier to find a job employed than unemployed. I’d generally not waste my time with an unemployed resume unless it was spectacular and there was a good reason they quit (studying isn’t one, unless FT MBA). Second, you’re overestimating the value of the exams. They’re important, but won’t open up that many doors. Passing and being unemployed is worse than working and not passing, IMO. Third, most people don’t make quantum leaps. You’ll likely end up in some maybe marginally better but likely marginally worse jobs until you find one that works. Losing several months of income simply isn’t worth it, you won’t make it back with a positive NPV just through the CFA exams. A FT MBA, maybe. But not this exam. But if you’re going to lose your mind, maybe you need to step back and quit. But this is the worst decision when it comes to finding a new job. You could also try to assert your personal space better with your job. If you don’t care if you get fired, then that’s what I’d do. “Hey. I’m studying this weekend and my BB will be off, sorry, but that’s my professional and personal priority, end of story. Happy to help you on Monday.” I mean this is back office, not some big hustle career. This is an important skill to develop as you progress in your career. Learning to say no is very important. Make your boss respect your time.

I agree with Everything. very well said

[numi]

I agree with geo. Being unemployed significantly diminishes how potential employers perceive you. Unless your current job is so untenable, quitting would just make finding your future job that much harder.

[GorillaNerd]

yep. who knows. you could get laid off after that. now u get unemployment checks too. B4ng3rs

@itera

@geo

^ Its MUCH easier to find a job employed than unemployed. I’d generally not waste my time with an unemployed resume unless it was spectacular and there was a good reason they quit (studying isn’t one, unless FT MBA). Second, you’re overestimating the value of the exams. They’re important, but won’t open up that many doors. Passing and being unemployed is worse than working and not passing, IMO. Third, most people don’t make quantum leaps. You’ll likely end up in some maybe marginally better but likely marginally worse jobs until you find one that works. Losing several months of income simply isn’t worth it, you won’t make it back with a positive NPV just through the CFA exams. A FT MBA, maybe. But not this exam. But if you’re going to lose your mind, maybe you need to step back and quit. But this is the worst decision when it comes to finding a new job. You could also try to assert your personal space better with your job. If you don’t care if you get fired, then that’s what I’d do. “Hey. I’m studying this weekend and my BB will be off, sorry, but that’s my professional and personal priority, end of story. Happy to help you on Monday.” I mean this is back office, not some big hustle career. This is an important skill to develop as you progress in your career. Learning to say no is very important. Make your boss respect your time.

I agree with Everything. very well said

[Kozatchek]

CFAfatso, if half of the people have trouble understanding why you want to quit your job, so will recruiters.

I think you should concentrate on passing your level 3 and then create a clear plan for yourself.

Unemployment is not exactly an answer unless you have a calling for somethign else.