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When Following Your Dreams doesn’t *quite* work out: 3 resources that helped me cope

July 14, 2023

What to do when your “dream job” doesn’t work out? You’re not alone.

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In Opinion, illustration advice Tags michelle yeoh, bad with money podcast, dream jobs, illustration vs reality, quitting, career pivot, life transitions
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