i am single and in my late 20's. i am thrilled with most aspects of my life and love the city i live in. the lone aspect of my life that i do not like is that my employer is not very well-respected and does not pay a lot. i have recently been recruited for a position across the country working for a much more respected employer that pays a lot more than my current employer. the new city is also not as cool as the one i live in. i have some friends in that place, but am scared to leave the safety and happiness of what i have now. i have applied for other positions in my area and while i am getting interviews, the interviews aren't as good as the one across the county. what do i do?
Dear Single in 20s,
I think for your situation the best thing to do is make a list of the pros and cons of each situation. For example:
Pros - Move to New City
-better job
-better money
-new experiences
Pros - Stay Where you Are
-safe
-friends
-good/fun city
And do the same type of lists with the "cons". See which situation sizes up the best.
Another way to help figure out this situation is to think about your priorities at this time in your life. If location and personal life is your priority, then it might be best for you to stay where you are. If your career is your priority, then moving might be the best option for you.
Just remember not to be scared to take risks. “The only thing you live to regret are the risks you didn't take”.
Dear Single in 20s,
I think for your situation the best thing to do is make a list of the pros and cons of each situation. For example:
Pros - Move to New City
-better job
-better money
-new experiences
Pros - Stay Where you Are
-safe
-friends
-good/fun city
And do the same type of lists with the "cons". See which situation sizes up the best.
Another way to help figure out this situation is to think about your priorities at this time in your life. If location and personal life is your priority, then it might be best for you to stay where you are. If your career is your priority, then moving might be the best option for you.
Just remember not to be scared to take risks. “The only thing you live to regret are the risks you didn't take”.
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