Weighing Options for our Future
By jureathome
@jureathome (5361)
Philippines
July 18, 2012 2:56pm CST
My husband is currently part of the senior management in the company and his team's performance has been steadily rising and appreciated by the executives and their clients. He is, by the way, working in a contact center owned by an Indian company, based in the US. He is nearing his 10th year in the company, and his at his early 30's. He loves his job and he's happy that he can say he's got a stable position there, however, the higher management's system and processes has changed over time, and they no longer get good increases and bonuses, as it was before, when the owners were still Americans. (No offense to our Indian friends, here, this is just to state the real situation, in there, and this does not say about all Indians in the world.
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He is considering another job opportunity, in my previous company who is offering a good basic salary for his position. It would mean double his current salary, plus commissions.
We are pondering now, on what the best move would be. He thinks that if he talks to his boss about his other option, they might counteroffer a promotion and an increase. But, that would mean more responsibilities and more traveling that would leave us, his family, behind. But, if he takes the other offer, it would mean more money, for managing a smaller team, but he'll have to start from scractch with a new company and build his reputation.
Should we go for stability or financial growth?
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He is considering another job opportunity, in my previous company who is offering a good basic salary for his position. It would mean double his current salary, plus commissions.
We are pondering now, on what the best move would be. He thinks that if he talks to his boss about his other option, they might counteroffer a promotion and an increase. But, that would mean more responsibilities and more traveling that would leave us, his family, behind. But, if he takes the other offer, it would mean more money, for managing a smaller team, but he'll have to start from scractch with a new company and build his reputation.
Should we go for stability or financial growth?3 responses
@asdomencil (4265)
• Philippines
18 Jul 12
That would be a tough decision to make. You arre right that his current employee might offer him with higher position and salary but most of the time will leave the country.
You might consider which is more important to him anf you. If he will choose family over work, maybe he can grab the new opportunity or offer to him and stay with you.
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
18 Jul 12
I really hate it when he had to leave us for a week or more, every month, because he has to be with his other team in another city. But, of course, I can't stop him, because it's his job, and his job is our only source of living.
The other company only has an office here in our area, and since I used to work there, I know most of the people and have left a good reputation which would give him a good start, too. Most of the big bosses know me, since I also used to be part of senior management.
@asdomencil (4265)
• Philippines
18 Jul 12
If it will be a good option to be in your area with enough salary, like you mentioned that it will be doubled, maybe you will consider it.
However, his loyalty in his current company might be consider too. Working for ten years there is great consideration.
On the other hand, we are not getting any young. For me, if I will be in that situation, I would rather prefer the one near our home and does not have too much travel but will still give us enough financially. For me family is still more important.
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
18 Jul 12
Actually, the new offer has all the cool stuff, except that since he will be a newcomer to the company, he's under probation for at least 6 months and have to double his effort tomake a good impression. Otherwise, he's in trouble of finding another ship to jump to.
I do trust his ability to turn things around, as he has proven it over and over again in his current job.
@Jenith (1381)
• Philippines
19 Jul 12
When I got married my option is family first more than anything. If I were in his shoes I would choose the other job. Aside from he has a higher compensation compared to the current job that he has, he can have more time to his family. Life is a challenge though. Well, it's all up to him to decide. He needs to weigh things considering that you guys are working on your son's future and so with your daily needs. Good luck!
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
20 Jul 12
It's a decision we both have to make. He asks me over again about it just to be sure. He is hesitant to make a move that we may both regret in the future. We have 2 kids and some investments to maintain that we can't afford to risk.
@TeamCholent (2832)
• United States
19 Jul 12
What use is financial gain if it is not longer term? I would first weigh my options and see what in the long term offers the best results and then you can decide with a clear head what is best. Remember to think long term.
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
20 Jul 12
Well, with the economy status right now, even strong countries could fail, and so does big companies. You can never really tell what the future holds for you.
The current company used to be very pro-employee, but when it got acquired by another company, most benefits have also gone. The new company is growing, but still, noone knows what will happen in the future.
