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So long story short, I've been searching for a new job since I started my current one in late 2015. I was hesitant when I took it, but the money was so good I went for it. Anyway, the job was nothing as what I was promised, and for 1.5 years I've barely been doing anything, and when I do, it's nothing related to my career goals (primary market research). I have a new offer though. It's $15K less, 6 less vacation days, certainly longer hours, and about the same commute. But it's a perfect role that will put me on the path towards my goals. Did I also mention that I'd be giving up access to a pension if I stay at my current job 3.5 more years? I don't think I can handle the boredom much longer though. Would you give up amazing perks and hours for a more interesting job? I've tried getting a new role in my current organization, but have been told I need a bit more experience. I think this new role could give me that. What would you do?
This is a tough one because you would so use to making more money. If you feel the experience is worth taking the pay cut than do it. I would like to caution that don't take a job just for experience, also make sure the culture is good, you like your boss, company is good, etc.
Let's not forget that the entire purpose of going to work is to make money. It doesn't matter how good the work, or the boss, or the culture is, if they stopped paying us, we'd stop going. And ultimately the goal is to accumulate enough money to pay for our current expenses and quality of life, and save enough to retire comfortably. So I'd be really certain that the new position offers enough in experience, culture, etc. to warrant what you're giving up. You can gain more experience towards your future goals at your current job... either by finding ways to expand your duties or by freelancing (which it sounds like you have lots of time to do). Also, be careful what you wish for... it would stink to give up a job where you're bored and under-utilized for one where you're stressed and over-utilized. Good luck and congrats on the job offer!!
Quality of life is really important but giving up a pension is the part that I'm concerned about as companies rarely offer them now a days. Are you unhappy at your job or just bored?
i wouldn't move; that pension is worth quite a bit.. Also, why take less money? Work is work- do your job and who cares if it's boring? Your daily life should give you fulfillment; not work.
What is the 401 match at jobs A and B?
I wouldn't even consider a place that offered only one week of vac a year.
I would leave a boring job in order to advance in my career field, not because I will let the job define who I am.
what does your current employer say when you ask for more work, for more complex tasks utilizing skills more directly related to your desired career path?
I took the new job. My current employer has told me that I'm not allowed to work on projects with our departments research team. They keep telling me new projects are coming, but in reality they don't have anything. I can only ask for so much to expand my skill set and hear "no" so many times. My job could easily be eliminated by years end. Yes, I'm giving up access to a pension (only vested if I stay at least 3.5 more years), but to get the full pension I've got to put in another 30. The reality is that this company may not exist in 30 years. The way I see it is that I'm taking one step backward so I can take a bigger one forward in another couple years. This job starts at 18 vacation days and offers a lot of holidays (not just one week)and the 401ks at both jobs are identical.
So long story short, I've been searching for a new job since I started my current one in late 2015. I was hesitant when I took it, but the money was so good I went for it. Anyway, the job was nothing as what I was promised, and for 1.5 years I've barely been doing anything, and when I do, it's nothing related to my career goals (primary market research). I have a new offer though. It's $15K less, 6 less vacation days, certainly longer hours, and about the same commute. But it's a perfect role that will put me on the path towards my goals. Did I also mention that I'd be giving up access to a pension if I stay at my current job 3.5 more years? I don't think I can handle the boredom much longer though. Would you give up amazing perks and hours for a more interesting job? I've tried getting a new role in my current organization, but have been told I need a bit more experience. I think this new role could give me that. What would you do?
I would stay for the pension. A lot can happen in 3.5 years. You may get that promotion sooner than you think.
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