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that's definitely a tough decision. it's forcing you to choose between financial security and personal happiness, both of which are very important (in fact, the
by SherlockeHolmes 10y ago
that's definitely a tough decision. it's forcing you to choose between financial security and personal happiness, both of which are very important (in fact, the latter is often ignored for the sake of the former, but it shouldn't be). I think you need to weigh these two priorities as they apply to your current situation, and make a judgment.
I would err on the side of having mental peace and joy at the risk of taking a dent on my financial prospects, only if I am assured that my financial sacrifice is only big enough to take away my luxuries, and not my necessities.
- rt2016 10y agoI don't think being at a startup is what I would consider "financial security". There's still 2 years until the stock vests, and even then it may be worth less than if OP had left and worked another job for 2 years. But I agree with your sentiment, it's better to be happier and have a more fulfilling job if you can afford it.
- SherlockeHolmes 10y agotrue it's more about sacrificing the possible payout if/when the company exits, which obviously can set you up nicely down the road to do the things you want and have a happy life.