Career advancement or more time with family?

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5h ago1 min read

Got offered a promotion that comes with a lot more travel and longer hours. Better pay, better title, exactly what I've been working toward for years. But my oldest starts middle school next year and I want to be present for that stuff. My wife is supportive either way but she's clearly stressed about me being gone more. Anyone turned down a big opportunity for their family? No judgment just need to think through this.

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AAnthonyNew Dad4h ago

This is the tough one. I turned down a similar gig because my kids were still young, but you gotta think about what matters most to you long term. Board game night every Friday keeps me sane, and I wouldn't trade that for anything.

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DDerekNew Dad4h ago

I get it, you've been grinding toward this. Just do the math on what you'd actually miss - soccer games, homework help, just being present. Sometimes the title isn't worth the trade-off.

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BBrad N.Regular4h ago

Man, I've been in your shoes and honestly the extra money never made up for missing bedtime stories. Those years go so fast - the promotion will still be there in a few years if you want it then.

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