So, I have this job that pays marginally well, & to be honest; I do not actually have to work hard at all. However, after 17 years, I am at the same salary I was 5-6 years ago. Plus, there exists a "ceiling" on how much I can earn. At which, I am at the max, & have been for YEARS!
So what do you cool cats think?
2007-09-10 18:10:11 · 8 answers · asked by LuckyJack 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Well you make decent money and don't work too hard. You have no chance for advancement or more money. If you are satisfied then stay, if you ever want more leave.
2007-09-10 18:15:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am basically in the same boat. I have a union bartending job that pays well. I am at top scale and have been there 21 years.
I like the lifestyle it affords. Days off during the week allows for tee-times, doctor visits, kids' school participation, avoidance of crowds at the beach, restaurants etc. I like the hours because I hate the mornings. I like the people I work with and the people I meet.
I don't have to work too hard because I am very good at what I do, have enough seniority to bid on an easier job and can always take days off.
If you switch jobs you will give up the comfort level with your superiors, co-workers and friends. You will be expected to do more and may be paid less.
You may gain satisfaction from learning new skills and undertaking responsibilities. But we have saying when we get a new Food and Beverage Director, "the devil you know is better than the devil you don't know." I have seen 8 or more F&B Directors and 15 or more Beverage Managers come and go. Not to mention contless supervisors.
2007-09-11 01:28:46 · answer #2 · answered by JFH 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've changed jobs/fields 14 times in the past 15 years (my wife is a saint). But I also spent 18 years in the Navy and left without a pension. When its time to go its time to go. I currently make over $80/yr and love what I do (although I may not be doing it next year). Follow your heart.
2007-09-11 01:18:28 · answer #3 · answered by onparadisebeach 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey! I think you are worth waaaaay more than what you are being paid! What a rip off! So, my dear, check out the ads at this site, and find yourself something gooooood! It's time to make a move!
http://www.theladders.com/
you do not have to pay to see all of the jobs, but I did when I got desparate, and paid for one month and got the job of a lifetime! Not everyone can fill the shoes of these jobs, but YOU CAN!
Best of luck in your search!
2007-09-11 01:25:52 · answer #4 · answered by kihteacher 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After 17 years of "not having to work hard" ,
Do you think you would survive in a more competitive environment ?
A new job would mean busting your hump to prove yourself and if you want more $$$ ,
You would really have to start producing .
You may want more $$$$ , But
Are you willing / capable of doing serious work after 17 years of skating ?
Only you know . . .
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2007-09-11 01:19:34 · answer #5 · answered by kate 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Money is not everything. If you can live comfortably on what you are making, and are happy with it, that's better than leaving for another job that is unknown in its ability to make you happy, especially if the work is harder. I myself would stay.
2007-09-11 01:15:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're over 55 or so, I'd say to stay put. If you are younger, look for a new job. Stick with the one you have until you find one.
2007-09-11 01:18:41 · answer #7 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey, if you feel an itch to move on to a new phase in your working life and have an opportunity, go for it. : )
2007-09-11 01:25:28 · answer #8 · answered by Indigo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋