I am working at a job that i actually like. It pays pretty well and is always exciting, but the hours are pretty odd. Plenty of overtime, as much as i can ask for.
The other job is an 8 to 5 job, Monday through Friday, all weekends and holidays off. This job is in my field, i have a degree for it. It is a salaried job, no overtime.
I want both, but i can't decide which one to go for, that's why i am asking for everyone's opinion.
2006-09-25 16:43:11 · 7 answers · asked by anthony c 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
If you know for sure that the 2nd job really requires no overtime, then I would seriously consider it. That means actually knowing someone who works there that can verify it. The thing to watch out for is that salaried usually means "unpaid overtime". I've been doing it for almost 30 years, so I know that many companies use salaried jobs as a way to get more work - through "need more productivity", "help us out this time and you'll get (fill in the blank)", etc.
Personally, if I loved where I work, was content with the income, and was able to live life outside work the way I want, I'd stay with the first one.
Good luck!
2006-09-25 17:13:08 · answer #1 · answered by Granny Fran 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are other things to consider. What are the long term benefits of taking each job? How stable are the two companies? What opportunities exist for advancement, raises, and bonuses at each job? These are the questions you should be asking.
On the basis of the information in your question, I would seriously consider the second job. Working regular hours is really nice, you are in much more control of your life. And, salary positions tend to be more stable and come with other benefits not given to hourly people.
However, if you really like your current job, if the money is good, and if you think there are long term opportunities at the job... stay with your current job.
2006-09-25 17:01:42 · answer #2 · answered by Wundt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look out in the next 5 years, will you want to be doing plenty of OT in 5 years? What is the career path, will there be a chance for upward mobility?
What about the 8-5? What is the career path, will there be a chance for upward mobility?
There are no careers for anything, but these are things to consider.
If that 8-5 job is in computers and programming, and you are not that happy in it, are you willing to keep up the education to keep you technically current?
2006-09-25 16:53:33 · answer #3 · answered by starting over 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends on your family and social life. If you're at a job you like, and you'd be happy to stay there, and it's not interfearing with family and friends, then i'd say keep the job. but if you're thinking of settlign down anytime in the near future, you might want to take the other job, so you can start getting promotions and thigns, and also have hours that you're more likely to meet people (rather friends, or potential partners.). It just depends on where you are with your life. Take which ever job you think is best for you personally, and in the industry.
2006-09-25 16:47:00 · answer #4 · answered by fireballfanaticgirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the second, as overtime gets real old
2006-09-25 16:44:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for the one you love. If you pursure that, you'll be a success.
2006-09-25 16:44:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
go for both and see which one you end up with.
2006-09-25 16:44:46 · answer #7 · answered by wandering_canuck 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋