Decisions Decisions
After a layoff and 6 months of looking I now have 2 offers on the table. One offer is full time with a small company (35 employees) for a Estimator position that pays 73k salary with a possible 10% raise after my first year. This pays about 15% less and is a lesser title than what I have been accustom to. The second option is a contract position for a major aircraft company as a Contentious Improvement Specialist II position at $40 an hour + OT, that has the potential of a 100k + salary position with the Co. after 6 months. An issue with the major aircraft Co. is they are here because they have taken over a large program that is failing by the supplier and they could be moving the program to there home facility in 2 to 3 years if the shortage problem is solved. I do not think my wife will want move if I got the salary position so I wouldnt be continuing with the Co. if they pull out. I know I could perform well with each position but at 52 years of age, should I sacrifice wage and title for a better chance of security, or roll the dice and take the chance of looking for a job again in a short time.
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Congratulations and good luck to you in whatever you decide to Persue
Unfortunately we live in a time where you need to look out for yourself The world has changed since we first entered the work force Whatever you choose to do always be looking for something else always networking once your in your 50’s for the many reasons I’m sure we all are aware of it becomes increasingly difficult to get hire in an upwardly mobile position If u r financially ok weigh your other priorities Meet your needs financially and personally But don’t be complacent
Take the long term job and start ASAP take two weeks working with them to feel out the position Tell the bigger company contract position u can start in a month after two weeks make ur decision
I recently was faced with a similar decision. I was let go from a company after 12 years, I had an option to go with one company and make a lot more, but deal with a lot of stress, working nights holidays and weekends. Nothing I wasn’t used to as at my previous job I was always on call, but at 50 years old do I still want to do that and put myself through the stress and aggravation? Would I rather make a higher salary and have a bigger title and sacrifice my health and not see my family as much? Or, take a job that pays less, is half a mile from my house literally, I feel just about stress-free, the work is very easy and the people are very nice, great benefits and I get to see and spend a lot of time with my family.
Ultimately it’s up to each person to decide what’s best for them and their families. This was my decision and I am supplementing it with a part-time security officer work, something easy so I can coast. At 50 years old I’m done with the blood sweat and tears and grinding myself down.
congrats! be safer with the less pay, which will increase additional years you are there....plus said so yourself, at 52...…….no need to chase and risk being a contractor......no brainer which one I would take...…..good money
Hum? It depends upon your "home" overhead, ... House paid off, good investment portfolio, ... I, myself, would take the non contract position. Not because of the pay, but the stability. Just my honest opinion.
Hi Brandon Teeter , it may not feel like it but you're in an ideal situation for a job seeker. Having multiple job offers on the table is the ultimate goal. Your choice becomes more difficult when the offers present similar in work challenges/opportunities, earning potential, and career advancement like they do in the two offers your currently evaluating.
The only item I would suggest you evaluate with greater concern is the job security or potential longevity each opportunity presents. The employment community tends to be more critical and unfortunately often influenced by biased hiring practices when evaluating applicants over 50 years of age. This seems to be the general consensus among job seekers within this age demographic.
So, the question becomes... will you receive the same consideration and evaluation process in 2-3 year from now if you had to return to the job market? It's a risky proposition.
I believe you will make the right decision. Keep us updated on your final choice and thanks for sharing your good news
Both position have there advantages. Security beats wages every time. U just return from been out work for 6 months.