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Hi Flove.
So having spent much time in typical business environments, I agree with Anita, you are unlikely to find a perfect working environment, regardless of number of degrees/education etc. Through my career I have gone from similar starting positions and into senior leadership etc and one thing is true for everyone – degrees/education will only get you in the door – unless for a very specific/technical job they will not short-cut you the learning experience of being able to navigate political situations and becoming able to influence outcomes and so on, the life-blood of what is usually deemed a successful career, if that is what is wanted.. Going back to school may well feel tempting as it is an environment you know, understand and can do well in – but unless you intend to set up your own company ( a very viable option which still needs business skills to be developed, often useful to learn first in a company.. ) you will still return to a junior position somewhere and will still need to go through these lessons and develop these kinds of skills. Honestly – the best advice I give my junior staff & mentees is to focus on these, not more qualifications. Trust helps if not the answer you wanted to hear.