Should I switch or stay? 15 LPA, chill work-life balance, but facing massive FOMO and limited skills.
Hey everyone,
I am facing a massive dilemma regarding my career and could use some objective perspective. Here is my current situation:
The Numbers: Joined my current company in 2024 at 13 LPA. My first appraisal was 7.33%, and this year's appraisal was 7.45% (putting me around 15 LPA now). I take home roughly ₹1 Lakh+ a month.
The Perks: Excellent work-life balance. Workload is very less, zero travel/commute, and a highly supportive, chill manager and director. Ample leaves with no restrictions, and excellent job security.
The Catch: The learning curve is almost flat. Because the work is so chill, I am not picking up new up-to-date tech or skills.
My Personal Situation & Concerns:
FOMO: People around me are switching and jumping to much higher CTCs. Even though I earn decent money, I constantly feel it is "less" compared to peers.Skill Gap: To be honest, I currently have limited skills. I got this job after a lot of hardship and struggle, so I am scared of losing this stability.
Life Milestones: I have no EMIs right now. However, I am planning to get married next year, which will bring added financial responsibilities.
Given that I have a safe, comfortable environment but low learning and high FOMO, do you think a steady ~8% yearly appraisal/growth is a good deal to stay in this company long-term? Or is it a trap that will leave me stagnant?