Do you change employment for greener pasture only?

Financial compensation is only one part of the "greener pastures" picture but it is an important aspect. There are both postive and negatives to any job and employer and if one is considering another offer they pretty much have to take everything into account. Some of the things that I consider are: the potential for further growth (i.e. promotions), location, benefits, how interesting or boring the job is likely to be, work hours (how many and when), and faith that I have in the company that I am considering working for. Most people do not like change. Many also have good friends that they work with and are comfortable in their current position. It will often take quite a bit to make them walk away from a place where they feel safe, wanted and appreciated; just to start all over again at another company where they have to learn a new job and prove themselves all over again.

When I was working I usually got bored with the company I worked for after about 5 years so I would move on when I was offered more money and less work. However, I stayed on good terms with the employer just in case I wanted to come back.

that is basically what we are looking for, greener pasteurs. but in reality or at the end of the day... money isnt everything. we do need money but there are lots of things to consider like the people you work with, company benefits... etc.