SINGAPORE: A local Reddit user took to the platform seeking job-related advice, saying they’ve been feeling burned out at work and wondering if it would make them happier to do a career pivot. “I can’t help but think… would I be happier if I gave up the ‘respectable’ career path and just did something I [ ]
Friday 31 October 2025
theindependent - 16 hours ago
Would you choose a lower-paying but happier job or stay in a toxic one that pays better?
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