Getting promoted but it means more travel - should I take it?

2d ago·1 min read

Got offered a promotion today. Better pay, more responsibility, but also a lot more travel. Like 20% of the month minimum. My kids are 4, 6, and 9. My wife is supportive but I can see the worry in her face. I know she already handles so much while I work. Is the money worth missing more of their childhood? Looking for honest thoughts from you guys who've been through this.

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SSteveRegular1d ago

Congrats on the promotion, that's huge! I'd say really sit down and map out what 20% travel actually looks like month to month. I turned down extra responsibility last year because the travel would have meant missing too much with my boys. The money's nice but you can't get those moments back.

JJasonRegular1d ago

This is exactly where I'm at right now. The money would help but my kids are only young once. Have you asked if they'd be flexible on the travel percentage or if you could cluster it into fewer weeks?

RRob T.Regular1d ago

Take it if you can negotiate the travel schedule. I travel for work and it sucks, but the extra income let me cut back to 4 days a week which made it worth it. See what's negotiable before you make your final call.