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Old 07-10-2013, 02:41 PM
 
Location: Detroit, MI
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Hello all,

So as the title states, my previous employer called me back with a promotion. I did not discuss the details of the promotion, but I do know that it would be to either a) assume a role that was previously above me, or b) assume the same role with a few added responsibilities. I was previously a department supervisor and this would likely be a department manager position (much more customer contact).

Now, it should be obvious that I left on good terms; however, the reasons I left were because I did not want to continue in that industry. This was in May. Another reason I left was to finish school sooner. That being said, I have taken 14 credits over the summer so far and am set to graduate in December. This means I will graduate in December if I take 11 credits in the Fall. This is possible for me to grind out the last 16 weeks of college; however, like I said, I wasn't a fan of the industry. The specific section will end up getting me nowhere because of qualifications I will never have and don't plan on getting (An RHIT degree).

All and all, it's money in my pocket at a job I am good at.

Pros:
- Paycheck
- More work experience at a higher level
- Probably a sizable raise

Cons:
- Possibility of not finishing school in December
- 16 Weeks of hell to possibly finish in December
- More responsibility - only a con because of the added full-time schooling

I'm probably leaving out a few things, but I'm looking for some outside opinions. What would you do if you were in my shoes?
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Old 07-10-2013, 02:54 PM
 
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Take the job if you want it, but negotiate Part-Time until you complete your schooling in December. Then go full-time. Find out the min. number of hours needed to qualify for part-time benefits such as 401k and vacation and holiday pay, and possibly health insurance. Sometimes it's 25 hours. Each company is different so you need to check their handbook/benefit info about the min# of part time hours.

What's RHIT?
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Old 07-10-2013, 03:07 PM
 
Location: Detroit, MI
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Take the job if you want it, but negotiate Part-Time until you complete your schooling in December. Then go full-time. Find out the min. number of hours needed to qualify for part-time benefits such as 401k and vacation and holiday pay, and possibly health insurance. Sometimes it's 25 hours. Each company is different so you need to check their handbook/benefit info about the min# of part time hours.

What's RHIT?
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Old 07-10-2013, 03:11 PM
 
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Hello all,

So as the title states, my previous employer called me back with a promotion. I did not discuss the details of the promotion, but I do know that it would be to either a) assume a role that was previously above me, or b) assume the same role with a few added responsibilities. I was previously a department supervisor and this would likely be a department manager position (much more customer contact).

Now, it should be obvious that I left on good terms; however, the reasons I left were because I did not want to continue in that industry. This was in May. Another reason I left was to finish school sooner. That being said, I have taken 14 credits over the summer so far and am set to graduate in December. This means I will graduate in December if I take 11 credits in the Fall. This is possible for me to grind out the last 16 weeks of college; however, like I said, I wasn't a fan of the industry. The specific section will end up getting me nowhere because of qualifications I will never have and don't plan on getting (An RHIT degree).

All and all, it's money in my pocket at a job I am good at.

Pros:
- Paycheck
- More work experience at a higher level
- Probably a sizable raise

Cons:
- Possibility of not finishing school in December
- 16 Weeks of hell to possibly finish in December
- More responsibility - only a con because of the added full-time schooling

I'm probably leaving out a few things, but I'm looking for some outside opinions. What would you do if you were in my shoes?
Would having a paycheck make a difference in your life? Many people have trouble finding a decent job, and would jump at the chance.
If you are not in the position where you are needing the income. Then finish school....perhaps even ask to be part time...or if you could take them up on their offer after your school is concluded.
Sort of as a plan "B"....That would be my suggestion. Always good to keep a door open.
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Old 07-10-2013, 03:51 PM
 
Location: SF Bay Area
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I'm a bit dense but it seems to me that since you don't like the industry you were formerly in, you will be looking for employment in a different industry after you graduate, correct?
Will you be able to sustain a potentially long period of unemployment after you graduate?
IMO, the ideal situation is if you're able to take this new job offer, work while attending college, then graduate and look for a new job while employed.
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Old 07-10-2013, 05:16 PM
 
Location: Detroit, MI
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I'm a bit dense but it seems to me that since you don't like the industry you were formerly in, you will be looking for employment in a different industry after you graduate, correct?
Will you be able to sustain a potentially long period of unemployment after you graduate?
IMO, the ideal situation is if you're able to take this new job offer, work while attending college, then graduate and look for a new job while employed.
I left my position in May with the intention of finishing school in December. Upon leaving, I had enough of a nest egg that I estimated would last me until February at which point I would be getting my taxes/refunds back to sustain me another few months.

Money really isn't the issue, it's the feeling that I'm flip-flopping so much I guess.

I appreciate your comment.
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