Which is more important to you?
By bestie
@bestie (3272)
Philippines
May 27, 2008 2:06am CST
If you're in a situation in which you've given the opportunity to earn money but then you don't like your work,you realize that you don't have the passion to do it,you're not anymore that interested will you still go for it or continue doing it just for the sake of earning money?
will you still go for the money despite the fact that you're not enjoying what you're doing?So,which is more important to you,money or the kind of work that you will find fulfillment and enjoyment?
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27 responses
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
27 May 08
I will go for the work that I love to do and I do enjoy even if it pays less. I can't imagine myself staying longer in a job if I hate it, I guess, everyday is like going to H---, LOL, sorry for the word, LIfe is too short not to enjoy it and not to feel satisfaction in what we are doing!
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@Elixiress (3878)
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27 May 08
I would rather get paid for doing something that I don't enjoy than doing something that I do enjoy and not getting paid for it, because at the end of the day fulfilment and enjoyment does not pay the bills and put clothes on your back. You would be happy with your work, but with nothing else in your life.
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@mimpi1911 (25464)
• India
27 May 08
This is a tough one. It depends largely on the circumstance I am into. If I need money badly then I would have no other choice but to opt for the lucrative job. But otherwise I would go for something that would give me satisfaction to the core. Satisfaction only begets quality productivity which is good for growth.
Thanks.
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@marababe (2503)
• Philippines
27 May 08
Hi bestie! Been in that situation already and I decided to resign. I really don't think that just making money should be the reason to stay in your job. Personally that's what I think. I'm a fresh graduate so I think that I could find a job that suits me and that I will enjoy.
@manya_pearl (1901)
• Singapore
27 May 08
If im in the situation with opportunity to earn money with kind of work that im not enjoy, i probably look for another work. Maybe for a while i just stay at that company (while im applying in other company that give me more enthusiastic and challenge to do something whi is also enjoyable for me to grow and improve my ability). If they recruit me, then i will work there!
I think the more you enjoy your work, the more enthusiasm, more confident, and the more creativity you will do for your work. You will be happy even you should face problems etc. But i think if you will feel much better and enjoy you work.
@jcj_111776 (3216)
• Philippines
27 May 08
I believe, bestie, that no amount of money can make me stay in a job that holds no interest for me. I've been in the workforce even before I turned 20 years old. And from my experiences, it's easy to wake up in the morning and get ready for work, when I so look forward to what I'll be doing the rest of the day.
And I guess, even if I chose to stay because of the salary, I won't be able to hold that job for long. Because I'm not interested, the effect will show on the quality of my work.And poor work quality usually ends in being fired from the job.
@paid2write (5201)
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27 May 08
If I had the choice between a job which paid good money but the work was not interesting and interesting work which does not pay much money, I would always go for the interesting job. I would not mind having less money to live on if I went to work with feelings of happiness and excitement every day.
However much money I could earn, I would never want to spend all day every day doing something I really did not like.
If I have to work to live I will be happy to work for just enough money to live on if I can enjoy my daily duties.
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@kl8yang (53)
• China
27 May 08
If let me choose the two ,i would rather select the work which gives me more money. I think when we don't have much work experience ,living is more important for us. When you have the ability to choose the work you like ,that's to say, others choose you instead of you choosing the work,you can improve your quality of your life. You can choose the work you like .
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@gloreymay (882)
• Philippines
27 May 08
If money is not really needed then I'll go and look for another job which can satisfy me. Job that is worth doing and would make me happy!
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@kissie34 (2294)
• Philippines
20 Jun 08
Basically, I am presently in that situation right now... Actually, I like my job being a graphic artist because it is my interest.. However, I am not happy on where I am working.. I feel hopeless and bored since most of the time I am just sitting in my chair and doing nothing.. That is why most of my time, I am always online in mylot... I am really bored and always watching the clock and wait...
My sister told me that I am lucky because I don't get tired, I am the one who is handling my time and I can just relax anytime... But I don't know, I just don't feel happy and contented of my job... Actually, for now I will just continue this since I really need money...We have so many problems and I can take to find a new job... I am thinking right now that maybe after I finished my contract in the company, I will send my resignation letter...
@linziapple (46)
• China
27 May 08
If i were in this situation,I would comply to my interest.
Money is a matter you can never earn too much.I have seen some friends and found that doing a job you love will give you impulse and joy everday.
Say,I am female and others may say I am not ambious enough to achieve greater accomplishment.However,I do envy one of my friends who is now in a small company cos she is happy to work and energetic to life everyday.That is essence of life,true?Another girl was not happy in Sony Ericssion and she quited the job for further sduty.
wish you a happy life no matter my suggestion to you works.
@drakesuyat (1063)
• Philippines
28 May 08
i just resigned from my present job coz it's really making me sick. it pays well but i never liked it from the start. i'd rather have a job where i can sleep well at night and wake up the next day enthusiastic than feeling sick for doing a job which never gives me a feeling of satisfaction in terms of happiness.
@julyteen (13252)
• Davao, Philippines
18 Jun 08
many times that i received offer for a job that has a good reputation and a good salary, i am happy with earning money online so i refuse the offer. i can spent most of my time here, it's up to my mood or condition but if i will work, i am force to do work even against me. so i would prefer to earn money online than work.
@gitfiddleplayer (10362)
• United States
17 Jun 08
Money pays the bills but it doesn't bring happiness. I've worked where the classic bait and switch was their company motto. I was told it was a great place to work but after I got in I found out people were clammoring to get out. I was making far more than the people around me and I hated my job. I eventually got fired, which was a blessing in disguise, now I'm a stay at home dad and I love it. I don't get paid in monetary but the memories I'm making could never be bought.
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@padmameera (952)
• India
19 Jun 08
Well if I have two options to select from, I will certainly select the job which I like to do though the pay is less. I am sure that I will be a failure in the job which I don't like to do and this may lead to lose that job and the high salary it will bring.
@lekhikau (14)
• Nepal
17 Jun 08
hi bestie.If I were in that situation I would choose the interesting job rather than money simply the reason behind that is money can comfort the lives of human beings but it is not sure that it would bring happiness,satisfaction in one's life.When we become old oneday and look back at our deeds in the past,we never regret on doing interesting jobs but still it brings smile on our face which leads to do more interesting jobs .
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