[PurduePilot]

My working speed sucked, I couldn't seperate 2 airplanes with 1000 miles of empty airspace, I would frequently get confused as to who is who, my priorities sucked... the list goes on and on.

So I quit and got a job as a pilot with Cape Air where I'll be much happier. I was miserable as a controller. I have to fly. That's what I've been doing for the past 10 years and that's all I've ever wanted to do. I took the controlling job for the money and benefits, which are phenomenal, but I was miserable.

Don't turn down your first facility. If I understand the process, turning down your first facility is tantamount to resignation. Just put in your year and transfer. The tower manager here is pretty cool in approving transfers. I don't know the process, but I do know that both your old tower manager and new tower manager have to approve it. There also has be a vacancy in the facility you want to go to.