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I know I wouldn't. In fact, about 10 years ago I started working 4 days a week instead of 5, taking a 20% pay cut. I wanted the extra day to be with my family,

I know I wouldn't. In fact, about 10 years ago I started working 4 days a week instead of 5, taking a 20% pay cut. I wanted the extra day to be with my family, help out with school, etc. By switching companies and going back to working full time I could easily make 2x the amount of money I'm making right now, but it still wouldn't be worth it. I can always work more and make more money, but I will never get another opportunity to see my kids grow up. In my case, time is money but money does not equal time.

andrea_sdl 8y ago
This. I wholeheartedly agree. I dunno if it was you but 4 years ago a similar comment on hacker news made me consider working less. It was the best decision in my entire life. I came to the conclusion that our work will not linger in our memories the way family, love, friends, do. It entirely changed my way of thinking and I can't see myself going back to a 5-days week. If anyone is interested I also wrote what were the drawbacks for me on my blog ( https://givemethechills.com/why-did-i-start-working-part-time-instead-of-full-time-and-the-benefits-of-a-4-days-workweek/ https://givemethechills.com/why-did-i-start-working-part-tim... ) I don't want by no means hijack the thread, but if anyone wants a inside look I think the post might help, and in any case I'm open to question. Back to the 20% raise topic: No, I wouldn't take it unless it'll improve my quality of life dramatically.
world32 8y ago
Thats an answer to a completely different question though? The question wasn't "would you work more hours for more pay".
- dirktheman 8y ago
  Yes, you're right. To answer the question: if you would ask me 'would you leave your company for a 20% raise with the same hours' than my answer would be 'probably not'. I've had numerous jobs before this one, this is the first job that I like going to, even after a couple of years in. I make a decent amount, have nice collegues, no office politics and every day is a new challenge (in a good way). Having the peace of mind of a fulfilling job is worth a lot more than 20% in my opinion. Maybe I'll switch in a couple of years for a real C-level job, but right now I don't see myself going anywhere.

andrea_sdl 8y ago

This. I wholeheartedly agree. I dunno if it was you but 4 years ago a similar comment on hacker news made me consider working less. It was the best decision in my entire life. I came to the conclusion that our work will not linger in our memories the way family, love, friends, do. It entirely changed my way of thinking and I can't see myself going back to a 5-days week. If anyone is interested I also wrote what were the drawbacks for me on my blog ( https://givemethechills.com/why-did-i-start-working-part-time-instead-of-full-time-and-the-benefits-of-a-4-days-workweek/ https://givemethechills.com/why-did-i-start-working-part-tim... ) I don't want by no means hijack the thread, but if anyone wants a inside look I think the post might help, and in any case I'm open to question. Back to the 20% raise topic: No, I wouldn't take it unless it'll improve my quality of life dramatically.

world32 8y ago

Thats an answer to a completely different question though? The question wasn't "would you work more hours for more pay".

dirktheman 8y ago
Yes, you're right. To answer the question: if you would ask me 'would you leave your company for a 20% raise with the same hours' than my answer would be 'probably not'. I've had numerous jobs before this one, this is the first job that I like going to, even after a couple of years in. I make a decent amount, have nice collegues, no office politics and every day is a new challenge (in a good way). Having the peace of mind of a fulfilling job is worth a lot more than 20% in my opinion. Maybe I'll switch in a couple of years for a real C-level job, but right now I don't see myself going anywhere.