Asking because I’m currently in a pretty happy position. Work is chill, colleagues are nice, full remote, pay is quite good. I’ve been here for one year and a half, and I could see myself staying here almost long term. My practice lead has been here for more then 10 years, he still seems pretty happy.

I know that goes against the usual consensus of moving every 3-5 years, so I wanted to see what you think about this.

  • BlazeOP
    2·
    10 months ago

    Thank you for your message!

    Happy at work is good, but it’s not your life and a big raise can make a big difference in everything else.

    Definitely, but I see it the other way: as long as work is good, pays well and allows to work remotely, I can focus on my life more and spend time with my family and friends. I’ve been in situations where work was stressful, and it really had an impact of my qualify of life

    • MagicShel@programming.dev
      3·
      10 months ago

      I don’t disagree, but depending on where you’re at career-wise, a few 15% raises can make a huge difference come retirement. There’s always more factors than just money, but money is a significant factor. Remote work is frankly huge when you look at the money not having to commute is worth in unpaid hours and transit costs. I wouldn’t go back to the office for a fifteen percent raise because I’d be losing money.

      Appreciate your thoughts, though. The grass is definitely not always greener on the other side.

      • BlazeOP
        2·
        10 months ago

        a few 15% raises can make a huge difference come retirement.

        Definitely! I got a huge raise before coming here, and I think I’m good on that side for a few years. Normally there should be a promotion at some point, with a raise linked to it.

        I wouldn’t go back to the office for a fifteen percent raise because I’d be losing money.

        Completely agree.