Would you take less money?

I would as long as you can still make ends meet.

It's hard to weigh these things out sometimes, isn't it? I guess for me, first it would depend on how it works out financially . . . it's gotta meet what the family needs to stay comfortable. But then again sometimes a pay cut for a happier job is a peace of mind kind of thing. The bonus part is hard - I remember my boss' idea of a bonus went from nice cash to frozen turkeys . But it's always good to keep your options open . . . maybe during the interview you'll discover more about the job/company that will help to make your decision!

I was working for a local company which chose to move a distance away, so I had a one hour journey each way. My decision was to apply to the company that took over their old premises, despite the wage being lower.

That's tough. Because if you don't like the next one it might be hard to find another one if you don't stay long. It's so risky since you don't know the environment of the new place. I guess if I knew the pay cut wouldn't hurt me terribly I would switch. But if there were any doubt I might wait until something else that sounds better comes along.

The grass is not always greener on the other side. Did you not like the job you quit? Is there any way you could get that job back? I guess it really depends on the situation for me. When I was out working in the brick and mortar world, I could not afford to take a pay cut at all. I probably would have stayed where I was until something with more pay came along.

I would if I could afford it. It's pretty important to be happy at your workplace if possible. You spend a lot of hours there.

Only if I could still pay my bills. My husband is working a job he doesn't care for much, he loves being outside but this is a shop job. However he wont look elsewhere now because he wont make what he does now. With him thou age is also a factor. However if he was younger and we could pay bills with a lower paying job that he liked I think he would go for it.

I would take a small pay cut if I enjoyed the job more.

It depends how is the job. At the present I have to give at least 10 hours a day which makes me tired. I would prefer a job having less working hours for which I am to have pay cut but that pay should be enough to feed me and my family.

Why not! For me, it's okay to accept lower salary that what I am currently have if that job is my dream job. a job that will make my heart satisfy and happy. Anyway, that lower salary is just a starting salary, if your have the potential you will be quickly promoted and get a salary you want.

Less pay is not always a bad thing. Keep in mind there are many different factors to take into account before taking the offer. If you drive 30 minutes or more one way to work then factor in the amount of gas you have to buy to make the commute. Deduct that from your take home pay and taking a job that is closer to home that pays less may just give you the same if not more money over all at the end of the week. Depending on where you live and if you live close enough to your job, you may consider alternate means of transportation in order to bypass using gas altogether. Walking, riding a bicycle or getting a moped just to name a few. Take a closer look at your long term goals over all. Study the people that are in the positions you think you would like to be in. Are they just as miserable as you are in your current position. If so then are you certain you want to pursue a career in this type of environment. Is the pay worth your sanity? Do you due diligence when considering a company. Ask for a formal interview with a company, you believe you may like. Interview the company on your terms. I know this may sound odd but try it. Be prepared to ask questions about concerns you have and what their companies policies are when addressing such matters. In the interview be enthusiastic and show your focused and goal oriented. Make the questions work in your favor, ask purpose driven questions. show that you know and have the skills for the position you are inquiring about. This is an opportunity for you to make a great impression. This is just a starting point to consider. Best wishes in your journey ahead....

I did when I was younger. Got a lower pay but was a lot happier.

Hopefully they will like you enough to meet your terms. I was so fortunate to have a career that I loved. Every year we received a generous salary increase. So, no, I wouldn't take a job that paid less for the same work.

I think that the answer to this might be determined by how much money you need to live on and maintain a decent quality of life. If taking a pay cut is going to leave you short and scraping by from week to week then maybe better the devil you know. Just until something comes your way which you enjoy doing and are paid reasonably well for doing. Be patient.

If the pay is lower so much, perhaps you will lose the drive to work there, too. I know sometimes it is miserable to work in a big company as situations will be much more complicated due to more employees. It is too hard to find a perfect company and job. Every company has its own advantages and disadvantages. If the salary is fine and the work is acceptable, perhaps this is already good enough.

yes I would, money doesn't mean anything when you are unhappy.

i will say i will accepet jop with low money if this jop is temporary

There is nothing wrong in accepting a low pay if the organization is good and working on sound lines.