I currently have a job that pays okay but my manager is not very reasonable to work with about time off etc. I have worked overtime for ten months and occasionally need to leave early for a dr. appt etc and ask for a day or two off twice since I went to work here. I work my butt off and asked for a raise and got shot down saying they they don't give raises just occasional bonuses. I have new job that I have been offered. Here is the aspects of both jobs... should I go?
New Job-
Pros- No overtime, a week off at Christmas with pay, paid vacation, no weekends, and flexibilty and time off when needed within reason. Cons- $2 less per hour.
Current Job- Pros- 2 dollars more an hour, and bonus occasionally. Cons-
Hassel when asking for time off, two Sat a month, Two Sat a month, No growth potential(Raises are bonuses given) no base pay raises, Christmas day off only, constant overtime, further from home.
Should I take the new job?
2007-01-24 10:42:42 · 5 answers · asked by TennesseeGirl 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I completely Understand...what you Really need to look at is Quality of life...You are a Human being, not just a Paper Pusher. Having been feeling stuck in a job much like yours for 8 yrs, I'd say....go for the New Job. Being appreciated with the possibility of growing in a new company than being stifeled by your old one seems worth to Leap of Faith. Besides, with all the extra overtime you've put in ...do you really think your current boss cares or just expects it.
It's your Life....make your choice of whether Quality is more worth it to you than Quantity...and you've got your answer. I feel quite sure if you change, you will be able to make the adjustments needed.
2007-01-24 10:54:26 · answer #1 · answered by Aphrodite 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to take the second job. Life isn't just about work. Its about rest, relaxation and fun too.
In the past year, I was working full time, going to school half time and traveling on the weekends. I was exhausted and didn't even know it. I've slowed down now and I've given myself a chance to examine how I was going full throttle.
Now, I make a conscious effort to go to bed early, move at a slower pace, deliberately, and wait until next year to return to school. I'll tell you one thing; I am much easier to get along with.
2007-01-24 19:09:56 · answer #2 · answered by Slick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
by looking at the pros and cons i think you can move up faster at job you like and are happy with, even thought you'll start at 2 dollars less, you can eventually move up, i think you should go for something new and a job that is going to keep you happy as an employee.
2007-01-24 18:53:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would consider taking the new job.
2007-01-24 18:51:08 · answer #4 · answered by Clown Knows 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeh, it sounds worth it.
2007-01-24 18:53:26 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋