Would you rather have a job that you love and pays well or a job that just pays well?

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 14:13:51 -0500

Is it better to hold out for the job that you love that may make you good money, or if the opportunity presents itself, go for a job that you could like that will good money, enough that you can live the life you want. I love my Army job, but the civilian side leaves alot to be desired. I have wanted to get back to being a government Scientist, but with cuts... Any thoughts?

Response by TSgt David L. made Nov 17 at 2016 2:27 PM

TSgt David L. — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 14:27:37 -0500

It all depends on how financially prepared you are. If you're broke, any opportunity might be the way to go.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 17 at 2016 2:39 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 14:39:23 -0500

That's a case by case basis. Personally I don't hate my job, it's not my dream job by any means but it is stable, pays decent and is military friendly. At this point I am transferring within in my agency and opening a lot my promotion opportunities because I am committed to make the best of it even if that means having to transfer every few years. I guess my view is I'm accustomed to a certain lifestyle I wouldn't be willing to give up. I could have a job I enjoyed more because I'm a stability person and I'm a few years deep into my career and feel committed. If it pays the bills, it fits the bill for me!

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 17 at 2016 3:53 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 15:53:05 -0500

if your ready for a pay cut and making ends meat as I did go for the job you love, I was making 55-60 k a year as contract nurse, but wasn't happy, went back to the factory life lucky to make 30k a year but i'm much happier

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 17 at 2016 3:54 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 15:54:09 -0500

job that I love

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 17 at 2016 4:13 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 16:13:57 -0500

CPT Private RallyPoint Member I went to school to obtain a degree, so that I could have a job that I loved. Job satisfaction is more important than money, as long as you make enough to save and invest for your future needs.

Response by Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen made Nov 17 at 2016 4:33 PM

Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 16:33:00 -0500

Funny that you ask this question on a site for veterans. You don't get rich in the military, so most of us loved the job because it certainly didn't pay well. Loving what you do is the most important thing in a job. Great pay may provide some level of gratification but at some point you will become bored, stressed or both if your job is something you don't enjoy doing.

Response by PO3 David Fries made Nov 17 at 2016 6:11 PM

PO3 David Fries — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 18:11:20 -0500

I'll take a job I love with less pay than a job I hate every day. I am dealing with that now. I despise my job, even though I make a decent amount. I am working on getting back into medicine, and I know that I am going to take a significant pay decrease, but I'll be happier.

Response by PO3 Michael James made Nov 17 at 2016 10:06 PM

PO3 Michael James — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 22:06:48 -0500

Money Talks... However, YOU have to be Healthy to enjoy it !! Health is the answer.. Happy at work, less stress/less pressure, the healthier you feel, the happier you are, the More you can and the more you Want to do.. Be happy, Be HEALTHY ....ENJOY...

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 18 at 2016 7:49 AM

PO1 Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 07:49:05 -0500

Love a job and pays well. I don't want to be complacent but if the position is challenging, I'll keep doing it because it keeps me on my toes.

Response by CPO Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 18 at 2016 9:21 AM

CPO Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 09:21:45 -0500

This is going to sound horrible, but. I would scoop poop ad long as I can provide for my family.

Response by Cpl Justin Goolsby made Nov 18 at 2016 9:46 AM

Cpl Justin Goolsby — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 09:46:06 -0500

I would say it's better to have a job that you both love and pays well. Money is great, but it's not guaranteed to bring you happiness. You can have all the money in the world, but if you're miserable at your job, you'll still be miserable at your job.