Should I leave the job I want for a higher salary elsewhere?

Let’s face it, it’s hard to ignore the highest earnings in another job and quite a few people choose to leave a job they love. Yet quite a few others regret the new position and work culture. Is having a job you love more important than money? It is difficult to say "yes" or "no", but if you are in this situation, some questions can help you make a decision.

1. How are payments compared?

Make a list of the skills, experience, and tasks you perform in your current job. Then compare them with skills, experience, and tasks in the next job. If the new job requires more responsibility and offers more money, are you ready? Some companies simply do not have enough revenue to raise your salary. To make the right decision, you need to be informed about the pay standard in the industry where you work and that of the new job. Then decide if the current salary is right or you deserve more.

2. Do you really deserve more?

Before looking for a pay rise, do an analysis of your work and see if you work harder than others and if you really deserve more money. If so, give concrete examples. If you really love the job you do, you can talk to your boss about a raise or bonuses.

3. What work would be worth it in the long run?

When it comes to careers, money is not everything. Do you think new work is important for change? Will it be worth it in the long run? Which company motivates you the most? Are you sure the high salary elsewhere will make you happier?

4. Are you ready to give up?

Think about the relationship you have with colleagues, managers, communication with employers. Are you ready to give up? Having a support team that positively impacts your condition is not easily found, so make sure well before you leave.

After these questions, compare the pros and cons of your current job and where you claim to go. Having a career, working with a staff that supports you and doing the job you love is sometimes priceless.