*

Log In
Create Account

Article:

8 Reasons You Should Take a Pay Cut

Some Situations Present a Compelling Case for Taking Less Money

7. You Want to Change Careers

If you’re stressed out at work, maybe it’s not because of the long hours or the demanding workload. Maybe you’re in the wrong job.

Most of us choose our careers when we’re young, and often for the wrong reasons -- because someone else thinks we should, or because of the money. According to a study done by Towers Perrin, 55 percent of workers feel they may be in the wrong job. If you are able to identify a job that fits your passion, natural skills, and purpose, don't dismiss it just because of the paycheck. Talk about it with family, do all the necessary math regarding your expenses, and if you can swing it, go for it.

 

  • Dawn Dugan

    Dawn Dugan specializes in writing books, articles, white papers, reports and special communications for the human resources industry. She is the co-author of Effective Executive Compensation, which was published by AMACOM in 2008. Read more...