I spent years working towards my dream job at JPMorgan in Singapore. But 2 years after I got it, I quit — here's why.

• Xaviera Ho, 29, spent years working towards her dream job at JPMorgan.
• But two years after landing her dream job as an investment analyst, she quit.
• A combination of push and pull factors ultimately led her to the decision.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Xaviera Ho, a 29-year-old investment professional who previously worked at JPMorgan. The following has been edited for length and clarity. Business Insider has verified her employment history.

I became interested in the financial markets when I was 16 years old.