Although my specific job histories are known to my regular readers, the focal point here is not the 'what,' but the 'why' behind leaving Toyo Engineering in 2016. It's about the driving forces behind that decision and what was gleaned through those job transitions.
Toyo Engineering was the incubator for my professional knowledge and career growth. Despite not having a deliberate interest in the energy and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) industry, I found myself immersed in it. The EPC business, with its micro-perspectives, adherence to procedure, and disciplined project processes, starkly contrasted with my penchant for autonomy, continuous improvement, and macro perspectives. Yet, it shaped my essential business conduct, fundamentals, and both my soft and hard communication skills.
My departure from Toyo in 2016 was propelled by an amalgamation of declining corporate finances, due to consecutive project overruns, and a simple lack of confidence in the entity as a lifelong workplace. Although I held affection and pride for my work at Toyo, the decision to leave was straightforward and swift.
Job transitions have occurred four times in total on my journey. Were they always meticulously considered? Honestly, no. My decision-making often hinged on System 1: fast and emotional reasoning.
Yet, each job change brought forth unforeseen revelations and experiences. Simply put, each change meant new circumstances, interactions, and cultural communities. Transitioning to Yokogawa was one pivotal turn where I reclaimed my private time. After almost two decades with Toyo, where my life orbits around project assignments, I found reprieve and even indulged in an MBA pursuit, despite the consequent temporary loss of weekends.
In the aftermath of earning my MBA in 2021, my professional journey began to weave into a new tapestry of opportunities and ambitions. The pathway led me to Air Liquide, symbolizing not just my fourth career transition but a continuation of my quest for aligning passion with profession. Even as substantial future plans percolate behind the scenes (details of which must remain under wraps for now), my journey has blossomed into ventures like this very blog and planning on a notably larger scale.
In Conclusion
I stand as an advocate for job change, a catalyst that can illuminate hidden desires and swiftly usher in fresh thoughts. For those tethered to one organization since graduation, the fear of faltering in new professional arenas might loom large. Yet, altering your circumstances can pave the way not only towards an unexpected life journey but also towards unearthing unconscious dreams and desires. They bubble up, much like magma, from the depths of our subconscious.
If you find yourself at a crossroads in life, perhaps take the leap with ease into a role that aligns more seamlessly with your skills. You might just unveil a fresh panorama of success.
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