Realised traditional ‘finance’ isn’t for me

Hey all,

For some colour, I goto a Top Target and interned at a MM fund, didn’t really enjoy my time there due to the team dynamics but got a return . Got a BB summer, and it’s been two weeks and I’ve realised I just hate the work and the hours and will likely be pivoting to a WLB role at a smaller pension fund where 40H/week is the norm.

Question is, am I rushing this just two weeks in? Or should I try and ‘enjoy’ it as much as I can.

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