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Looking for feedback from others who have tried to weigh the pros and cons of accepting a new job in a new state.
Background - I currently live in a rocky mountain state that affords me the opportunity to fish, explore, hike, golf and generally enjoy the outdoors. Don't care for winter as much anymore, but it is tolerable. I have an OK job with outstanding benefits. My biggest concern is the job appears to have limited job growth. I should also mention that I live in a smaller town with limited opportunities for someone with my background ane experience.
The Opportunity - I've been approached by a headhunter for a new job in Houston, Texas. While I don't have a problem with Texas, I do realize that it is a big change in lifestyle. The job is certainly a step above what I currently do with fantastic opportunities. I have made it past two phone interviews and the company wants me fly me down for an on-site interview.
Dilema - How do you put a value on location vs. new job? While I'm not totally happy in my position, I'm having a hard time considering a move to an area that will have limited opportunities for the other things in life I enjoy. The new job opportunity sounds great and the company also offers outstanding benefits.
When I rank all the pros and cons of taking the new job against location, family needs, etc. the numbers say stay where I'm at. My gut instict says to keep pursing the offer.
Looking for feedback from others who have tried to weigh the pros and cons of accepting a new job in a new state.
Background - I currently live in a rocky mountain state that affords me the opportunity to fish, explore, hike, golf and generally enjoy the outdoors. Don't care for winter as much anymore, but it is tolerable. I have an OK job with outstanding benefits. My biggest concern is the job appears to have limited job growth. I should also mention that I live in a smaller town with limited opportunities for someone with my background ane experience.
The Opportunity - I've been approached by a headhunter for a new job in Houston, Texas. While I don't have a problem with Texas, I do realize that it is a big change in lifestyle. The job is certainly a step above what I currently do with fantastic opportunities. I have made it past two phone interviews and the company wants me fly me down for an on-site interview.
Dilema - How do you put a value on location vs. new job? While I'm not totally happy in my position, I'm having a hard time considering a move to an area that will have limited opportunities for the other things in life I enjoy. The new job opportunity sounds great and the company also offers outstanding benefits.
When I rank all the pros and cons of taking the new job against location, family needs, etc. the numbers say stay where I'm at. My gut instict says to keep pursing the offer.
Any feedback would be appreciated.
How old are you?
Are you married?
Will this position qualify you for your "dream job" or get you closer to where you want to be in 5 years?
Will the job afford you the money/time to visit family in CO a few times a year?
If Houston is a bust, do you still have a solid network/relationships in place in CO that you could potentially get back with a few months of searching?
How stable is the company in Houston?
What do people who work there say about the culture?
It can be a gamble moving cross-country for a job. Just make sure it's a step in the right direction, and will afford you more flexibility later in life.
Looking for feedback from others who have tried to weigh the pros and cons of accepting a new job in a new state.
Background - I currently live in a rocky mountain state that affords me the opportunity to fish, explore, hike, golf and generally enjoy the outdoors. Don't care for winter as much anymore, but it is tolerable. I have an OK job with outstanding benefits. My biggest concern is the job appears to have limited job growth. I should also mention that I live in a smaller town with limited opportunities for someone with my background ane experience.
The Opportunity - I've been approached by a headhunter for a new job in Houston, Texas. While I don't have a problem with Texas, I do realize that it is a big change in lifestyle. The job is certainly a step above what I currently do with fantastic opportunities. I have made it past two phone interviews and the company wants me fly me down for an on-site interview.
I'm of the belief that if something is meant to be, then no obstacles will block it. They're willing to PAY to MEET you and the job is everything you want. I would move.
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Dilema - How do you put a value on location vs. new job? While I'm not totally happy in my position, I'm having a hard time considering a move to an area that will have limited opportunities for the other things in life I enjoy. The new job opportunity sounds great and the company also offers outstanding benefits.
When I rank all the pros and cons of taking the new job against location, family needs, etc. the numbers say stay where I'm at. My gut instict says to keep pursing the offer.
Any feedback would be appreciated.
Go with your instincts. I'm sure there are some places in Texas where you can do some of the things you like. If not, then you can always take vacation days to enjoy them in your home state.
In the end, only YOU can decide what's best. Hope you make the right decision (which is to move ).
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If you were out of work I would think that relocating for a good job and sacrificing the current great location would be the responsible thing to do.
If the current job is suitable for taking care of your family I would talk to them about the move and make it a family decision as they would be going to Texas with you. There's nothing to lose by going for the interview, and there's no reason you can't ask at the interview about the opportunities for the kinds of recreation you enjoy there.
Looking for feedback from others who have tried to weigh the pros and cons of accepting a new job in a new state.
Any feedback would be appreciated.
I'm 37... single... no baggage.... and lived my entire life in Georgia. I was unemployed 14 months between Nov 2009 and May 2011 when I took an aerospace job and moved to Washington state.
I wasn't tied to GA and had never been west of St. Louis. Given the choice of a job in an unknown area or remaining on unemployment I chose the job. I rolled the dice and moved here on my own dime.
Been here 9 months and can say without question it was the best decision of my life. No more hot horrible summers! Love the climate! So much to do outdoors such as hunting.. fishing... camping... hiking... Seattle sports teams... etc... etc.
I say you have nothing to lose by going down there to meet them. A face-to-face and a look around will help you decide if you want to move forward with the job or not.
How about worry about this when you get the offer? In the meantime, take the opportunity to tour Texas a little.
Personally, I'd always go with the opportunity. If the opportunity is right, I'd move to Arabian desert. :-) You need to keep in mind that no matter where you go, it's just temporary, 3-5 years max. So why does it really matter?
I say you have nothing to lose by going down there to meet them. A face-to-face and a look around will help you decide if you want to move forward with the job or not.
Agreed. After the interview, I'd also ask about the availability of stuff you like to do outside of work. Who knows, maybe you'll find a group of people at the new job that share the same interests.
Agreed. After the interview, I'd also ask about the availability of stuff you like to do outside of work. Who knows, maybe you'll find a group of people at the new job that share the same interests.
Exactly. Check out the sports and recreation scene while you are down there.
I would definitely pursue relocation. Until you actually accept the job you still have the option to change your mind, but it sounds like a great opportunity. Houston may not sound like the most ideal place to move to, but when you're there you can explore and get to know the state and meet the people and hopefully start over in a really great place.
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