Guidance / whine
Young male here (22) with 3 years of experience in geotechnician/geologist role. Bsc in applied and exploration geology. Currently pursuing CAPM certification.
Been in field based roles since I’ve started and for the past year have been working out of country which has been alright so far.
Currently at a crossroad in my career. Im a geologist in gold exploration, but facing possible burn out, barely sleeping while stress and anxiety seems to come and go frequently at current job. However, I do actually like geology and the possibility of finding THE next big Au deposit. And I’d just like the idea of “being there” through the whole process from exploration to mine.
But the lack of clear guidance, high expectations (which I think I set for myself?) and to an extent (some shitty management members).
Recently received an offer from another junior company, higher pay, opportunity move back to my country (still remote work) and new environment. They say the best geologists are the one that see the most ground, right?
However, uncertainty and fear of the unknown is always there.
To the more experienced geos, how did you face situations like these and what advice would have for a young guy?