Hi everyone,
Apologies for the details that follow.
I worked at Tesco as a customer assistant whilst at college. I didn't want to go to university so was looking for accountancy jobs for when I finished college. At the same time as this I was selected to be promoted to a Team Leader at Tesco. I was going to do this role for a while until I figured out what I wanted to do (remain and work way up Tesco or go into accountancy). The day after I was asked about being a Team Leader, I got an interview for an accountancy apprenticeship. I figured it was a good opportunity so went for it and ended up being chosen.Due to the opportunity I had been given, I chose the accountancy job and left Tesco. I felt that I could go back to Tesco if I didn't get on with accountancy.
Fast forward to now, a year later. Whilst the accountancy job is going well, I have a genuine regret about not working at Tesco. I enjoyed the staff there and the atmosphere was great. The work wasn't too bad and the opportunity to have a greater responsibility really appealed to me. I am now at a crossroads. I have the opportunity to join Tesco again where I would actually be earning more money than I am now, and have the opportunity to progress fast. Also, it will take me at least another 4/5 years to be qualified as an accountant and that requires a lot of studying. I don't mind the studying but really feel like I want the responsibility and fast-paced environment of Tesco.
Am I being stupid? Or is it justifiable that I might prefer a career with Tesco than a professional accountancy career?
Many Thanks