Benefits aren’t cutting it
I’ve been in the sales business for a couple years now, but it’s just not working anymore. I need really good benefits to take care of my family. I’ve been thinking about becoming an administrative assistant instead but not sure if that’s really better. Does anyone know what the benefits are like for that?
You did not mention your experience as an admistrative assistant or your income minimum needs. usually when you change professions you will need to start at the bottom and work your way up. Also be prepared to explain why you did not make it in sales. Wish you luck
Sales pay is determined by prospecting your income. The pay for performance structure in business leaves little room for good benefits. Entry level Administrative Assistant is a good start to get your foot in the door of a good business. As noted by other responses, the benefits of a larger company is better then what a smaller company can offer. It is not to say a smaller company will expectations of growing won't evolve their benefits as their business grows. Good luck.
The benefits are strict considering the range of the job and its affiliations with outside assistance.
At Companies like GE Capital finance, GE Anteres and other financial based companies The admin, Assistants are paid good and they seem to stay around long. I've worked at GE Finance in Chicago for 10 years prior to being forced to retire but, even with that, even with my job type coming to an abrupt end..I am now living off the benefits of working for such a great comapny..Hope this helps.
It all depends on the company. In my experience, larger companies offer better benefits. Another option is to work for a non-profit -- they have GREAT benefits, but the pay is low. Good luck!
Bennett, have you looked into the health insurance marketplace? If your only reason for switching careers is for benefit consideration and your only benefit concern is health then check them out first. Depending upon the state, your income and family size your state may also subsidize the premium. If you are actually looking for stability and longevity at a company then a benefit package would be dependent upon what the individual company will offer and your working status.
I agree with the last note. Definitely look into some companies you might like working at to see what sort of benefits they offer.
I think that’s really gonna depend on the company you end up working for, but if you’re working full time you should get something decent.
I'm not sure that anyone really offers 'decent' benefits anymore. The Affordable Tax Act has changed how insurance companies handle policies, and I've seen my benefits decrease dramatically in the past 3 years. I'm been with the same company the whole time, and premiums and out of pocket costs sky rocketed. If benefits are a major concern, I would check with current employees before accepting a position. Good Luck.