Message #47135

[countrigal]

If the new job offer meets in with my goals, then I'd definitely take the extra money and promotion, even if it's more unknown than where I am currently.  If it doesn't fit in with my goals, then there would be no reason to move.  It's all based on personal goals.  I want to be a Director, and have a chance to do just that with my current company, though it will require some moves and job changes in the ensuing years.  With that goal in mind, I evaluate every job offer and opening that comes my way and determine whether or not it will help me in attaining that goal, and then go for those that will.  This has allowed me to stretch my skills, knowledge and expertise and has resulted in me being promoted higher and faster than anyone else with my years with this company.

My point, I guess, is that job moves shouldn't be driven by pay and position solely, but should be driven by personal goals.  If your goal was to become the PA to a movie star, and you suceed at doing that, then you'll be less likely to be swayed by an offer of more pay or a high position in a company, because you have attained your goal.  Or if your goal is to have a flexible position, making good money and you have it, and a higher position with more pay becomes available but with less flexibility, you'll be less likely to put in for that higher position because it does not fit with your goals.

CountriGal
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