2006-09-05 03:32:38 · 12 answers · asked by j_dewerd 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
family sacrifice usually pays off in the end. ofcourse there r ways 2 suppliment due 2 the lesser paying job. maybe partner could also work, babysit at home, day care. or other home based business. go 2 food pantries 2 help the food larder in your home. that is what they r there 4. i would not want my hubby 2 work at job he hated and made him miserable. i would prefer him 2 b happy at work and help out. better marriage...less fighting. he supports u...so support him on this decision.
2006-09-05 03:40:21 · answer #1 · answered by virgo1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should talk it over with your family before you ask them to make sacrifices due to a job change. Before you take the job, have a sit down with the other members who contribute to the finances. Tell them how much less you would be making, and figure out how much this is going to change your lives. Have a budget going to see where cuts can be made without having to change homes or give up necessities. If your bills are more than the new salary, see if there is any way for additional income. Is there someone else who can go to work, or a part time person who could go full time.
If you made the decision on your own, then it's not fair. It's only fair if you agreed as a couple or family. Children's opinions don't count unless they contribute to the household finances.
2006-09-05 10:40:56 · answer #2 · answered by welches_grape_jelly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have some experience with this one. I took a lower paying job closer to home with more flexible hours which makes me love the job. The high paying job was far away, the hours sucked and I was just plain miserable, if I had sick or vacation time I took it every chance I got, never let it build up, I just absolutely hated my boss and couldn't stand working for him another day. I love my new job, the people I work with, and my boss is really flexible with my hours, if my kids have a school function like a play or something during the day I am welcome to take off and go and either make up that time from my lunch breaks or come in for a few hours on the weekend or just miss those hours on my check. Right now being a single mother with young children having that time makes all the difference in the world for me. Its been hard adjusting financially but we are doing it. I am still looking for ways every day to help make the budget cut a little easier and I think with time, everything will fall into place.
2006-09-05 11:43:19 · answer #3 · answered by Red 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good question! Think about it this way.
If you were in a good paying job that you didn't like, then your family may have to put up with someone who is unhappy with their job, which could be a strain on everyone.
By taking the lesser paying job, you are possibly avioding any additional medical or psychological costs as well due to less stress!
I believe that in the long run, you will be better off with the lesser paying job that you enjoy.
Also, it might even be a good opportunity to teach your kids how to manage $ and make wise shopping decisions! :))
2006-09-05 10:38:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We'll i guess it would depend on what you mean by sacrifice? As long as they have a roof over their head (elect. etc. goes along with that), food in their belly and clothes on their back, everything else is not important. If you are not happy at your job then chances are your coming home grumpy and probably grumpy before you go to, which is not good for your family either cause your probably biatching at them for no reason and things like that because of it. The best thing to do is discuss this with your spouse, come to a decision, then have a family sit down and explain things to the kids on how they are going to have to make some changes because of the situation but in the long run things will be better for all. GL
2006-09-05 10:59:10 · answer #5 · answered by whitebeanner 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Remember the rule of thumb here though: Not all low paying jobs last forever and eventually you will either move up in the company and make more money or the company will go under.
Most employers just take advantage and they expect their employeee's to take the hit all the time. Many just don't care about your family. It is up to you to make the difference too, when there is a sacrifice.
Why not try this instead: Work Smarter, not harder! Start up something of your own and go with it. In the long run, you will be better off and you can be your own boss too. It just takes one good idea to make it too, not many!
2006-09-05 10:36:27 · answer #6 · answered by snorkelman_37 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
U have to be very practical nowadays. Everything asks for money. So, if it possible for u to stay in a high-paying job that u less like and have a part-time one with something that u do really like, the better. Don't let your family suffer by being selfish.
Good luck.
2006-09-05 10:38:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is better for your family to have happy members than to have luxuries. I hope you can provide the essentials with this lesser paying job, financial troubles cause problems too. I think you should talk to your family about it and see what they think.
2006-09-05 10:40:31 · answer #8 · answered by BLANK 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, its better to have a job you like that pays less than to have a job you hate that pays more. You will be happier and that should make your family like to be around you more. Quality time should be better if you are feeling better about your job! Good luck
2006-09-05 10:35:56 · answer #9 · answered by Michelle : 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it makes sense. Yes. I feel this is right to do.
2006-09-05 10:37:06 · answer #10 · answered by Roger 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋