Just accepted an offer that pays 10k less but the hours are way more reasonable and they actually care about families. It's a pay cut but my current job has me working 50+ hours most weeks and I'm missing too much. Wife thinks I'm crazy for taking less money but I think my mental health is worth it. Anyone else make a similar move?
Making that move was huge for me too. The pay cut stings but being able to actually show up for my kids without running on fumes makes all the difference. You made the right call.
Props for choosing family over the paycheck. Kids remember the dad who's actually there, not the one who's grinding 60 hours a week. You're gonna feel so much better.
That's awesome man, seriously. Ten grand is worth it if you actually get to be present for your kids and not burnt out all the time. Your family will feel the difference.
This is what I'm trying to figure out right now. Did they seem flexible about the hours during your interviews or did you have to negotiate that part?
This is the move. I took a similar pay cut a few years back and it's been one of the best decisions I've made. More time with my kids, less stress, better mental health. The 10k is worth what you're getting back in your actual life.
Congrats on making this work out. Honestly a job that respects boundaries is worth more than 10k when you factor in everything else - sleep, family time, not being stressed all the time.
That's a huge decision but honestly respect it. 10k is nothing compared to actually being present for your kids. I did something similar last year and haven't regretted it for a second.
Big move! How long did you take to make the decision? I keep thinking about doing something similar but I'm scared to take the pay cut.
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This takes guts but it's such a smart call. Money's important but not as important as actually getting to show up for your family. Hope the new place treats you right.