Hi there,

I recently landed an offer in FP&A (sr analyst). I have held this title before at a successful job I held for 2.5 years but it’s been awhile and the self doubt is creeping in… “what if this doesn’t work out?” “What if your last job was an over inflated title?” “What if the manager sucks?”

I had a bad role in between my prior job holding this title and this role that led to unemployment. It really did a number on my confidence. I also deal with an anxiety disorder and have been maintaining sobriety for 2.5 years.

The managers I interviewed with seemed like great people and the reviews for the company on glass door are positive. It’s just so much at stake for me. I’m finally out of debts from my alcoholic days and I don’t want to go back to being in debt if this job doesn’t work out.

Anyone have any anecdotes or advice for someone struggling with fear and self doubt after career set backs? This should be something I’m overjoyed about but I find myself ruminating a lot before my start date monday.

Thanks.