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While I think it's cool to do this and I am a bit envious, I would still like to add the recommendation to not dismiss money so quickly. I have some friends who
by Tichy 13y ago
While I think it's cool to do this and I am a bit envious, I would still like to add the recommendation to not dismiss money so quickly. I have some friends who think like that and it concerns me a bit.
The thing is, you are not taking into account that there might be times in the future where you could actually need some backup money. For example an illness (or simply old age) could make you unable to work for several months or even years. Not even counting other things you might want to do that money could come in useful for. In the future, you also might have a family.
I'm certainly not advocating missing out on life for fear of running out of money and running in the treadmill like crazy just out of fear. But saving money in the good times probably can't hurt.
- TamDenholm 13y agoThis applies to freelancing/business but it works in this context too. What i would say is never ever discount. Either work for exactly what you want to be paid, or work for free, dont work for a discount. Discounting has the problem of having the obligation associated with being paid, but without the satisfaction of making you feel like you're being paid what you're worth. It also sets the baseline of what the client/employer thinks you're worth, they'll have the same expectations as if you'd be getting paid your usual rate. If you work for free, usually, the expectation of delivery is far less, which gives you more freedom.
- ramblerman 13y agoYou're not incorrect, but your statement reads mainly like a self justification. I would agree it's probably not for everyone. But if you have no dependants and are truly miserable in your job.... well you only live once right ;)