Comments on: Would You Take A Pay-cut To Do The Job You Desire?

By: MJMGrand

MJMGrand — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 14:49:52 +0000

It depends on your finacial situation. If you are in a position where a pay cut wont hurt, then go for it. Other wise you would be better off going with what keeps the bills paid.

By: somebody's a mom!!

somebody's a mom!! — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 14:43:11 +0000

it depends on if that is financially feasable for you. i could not afford to take a paycut and still live the way my husband and i do. we have no debt other than a mortgage and one car note. no credit cards or anything. however if money were less of an issue and i was not satisfied with my current job and had an opportunity to do something i desire, i would do it. but as it happens i love my job and couldn’t imagine doing anything else.

By: heidiann

heidiann — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 13:45:09 +0000

My sister is in a job that pays her really well, but she is stressed and tired all the time. And from just watching her, i definitely, without hesitations, would say do what makes you happy. Your happiness will compensate for the money. Its way better than having money and being stressed. Stress affects so much of a person physically…..don’t do that to yourself. especially if you think you would hate being an RN.

By: Liz

Liz — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 12:55:25 +0000

Go with your passion.

By: Melody

Melody — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 12:39:27 +0000

Do you have a college degree in nursing? There are programs in TX (and probably in your area) where you can get an accelerated teaching certificate in just a year if you already have a college degree in any field. Maybe you could look into doing that? Perhaps before you jump into a career change you should test it out to see if it's what you really want. Call your local school district and ask if you can observe classes for a few days or volunteer at a local school. If after a trial run, you are still being called to teach and it's fiancially possible for you to change school programs and take a pay-cut, then I say go for it. It is very hard to work in a field you don't enjoy or even hate (believe me, I know!) especially if you are being called to do something else. What you give up in your paycheck you will more than make up for in "emotional paychecks" and personal fulfillment. Good luck with your decision!