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100%. I’ve honestly changed my perspective on it. But I’m only doing J2 PT. It’s one instance where I can actually control the outcome (eg more money) with my efforts. If I try to get promoted or push for a bigger raise through all the extra work involved (networking, volunteering to go above and beyond, building a business case) there is not a guaranteed outcome of more money. Most of the times I’ve tried these things I’ve gotten no’s. I’m tired of doing the work and not getting anything for it.
I mean I believe that too. I had a job that I felt that way for. But you know what? I stayed there for 3 years, gave my blood sweat and tears, did not get a raise or bonus for those 3 years. And after pushing for a promotion was overlooked TWICE. Only to have a girl get promoted because she was sleeping with the CFO. So now I’m looking out for my bottom line first and foremost