A former Singapore Airlines cabin crew member cited several reasons for leaving the job, including missing significant life events like birthdays and even both his grandmother's funerals, one of which occurred while he was abroad.
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Additionally, he highlighted the slow career advancement along with the effect that flying took a toll on his body clock as well as irregular mealtimes caused by time differences, and the tendency to overspend while travelling.
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He also emphasized the toxic work culture and the slow career progression within the limited four ranks, leading to intense competition among cabin crew members.
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Moreover, he expressed a loss of job satisfaction and a feeling that the lifestyle was unsustainable. However, he acknowledged the benefits of receiving top-notch industry training. Many netizens validated his concerns, with other former cabin crew members sharing similar experiences as well.
As of now, he is pursuing a communications degree and managing a small business with his sister. And many wish him well in his future endeavours.