Should I take a pay cut?
I am working as an associate at one of the most high paying strategy consulting firms in India. I am getting close to 30 LPA and I have been working here since the last one year. I never enjoyed the work - it's boring, monotonous, and not at all intellectually stimulating.
The management has no regard for work life balance and I have been clocking almost 16-17 hours of work daily. I've begun applying to other firms, but face challenges in finding companies willing to match my current salary due to my limited work experience. (I graduated in 2023)
I have two questions:
- Which companies might match my salary package?
- Should I consider taking a pay cut to pursue roles at startups in growth, marketing, or product? (That's where my interest lies)
Any suggestions would be helpful 🥲