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Received an offer as Engagement Director from Salesforce (CSG, pre sales, L9). Great benefits package, 40% increase in total comp and better WLB.
I do love the people in my practice and current client, but career trajectory has stalled after taking parental leave earlier this year and (yet another) change in leadership.
Realistically, making to Director is 2-3 years away and will require sacrificing time with my family that I am not prepared to give up.
Should I stay or should I go?
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Strictly my personal opinion - but if my husband’s job could have supported us when I was a first time mom, I would have quit without looking back. You will NEVER get the time back with your little one, and things will only get crazier both at work and in life. You can always come back to it in a year or two - the “mommy track” is real, but many people are currently facing significant periods of unemployment that have nothing to do with parenthood.
If it’s permission/validation you’re looking for, you have it from me, sis!
I have a four month old and was just saying that if we weren’t working from home I would have already quit bc the hours have been crazy but at least I can see my baby in between concepting and meetings. But even so, I’m barely hanging on. If you can do it, take the time to watch your little one grow and become the amazing little human they’re going to be. And I’ll be over here being a bit jealous of you❤️
Lots of people are out of work right now. If you wanted to jump back into the job market in 6 months or a year, I don’t think any agency would consider your break in employment a problem. Make a budget and enjoy your baby. 💕
Thanks, everyone! Had a good long talk with my husband last night. We agreed that I can quit! Ahh! We decided to wait until the new year since I don't want to burn any bridges and screw over my manager before the end of the year + want to get the 2 weeks PTO during the holidays.
Thanks for all of the support! I'm nervous but feel good overall about the decision. :)
Very stoked for you and your family! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
All that!!! 👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾
Do it now while you can. Those precious moments with your little one are irreplaceable. Work will always be work.
Jump out and go into higher ed in a few years when your child is in kindergarten. Higher ed needs strategy and it’s a better lifestyle. Take the time with your child if you can life without the extra income.
Mmmm the landscaping is changing. They are starting to realize the need for strategy. You can go with marketing director for now. Comms is either crisis comms or Chancellor/President speeches and executive communications. Also you’ll take a big pay cut but it’s worth it IMHO.
I felt the same way, but then my husband got laid off due to COVID cuts. I’d hold out a little longer until the economy stabilizes.
Freelance if you can, just to stay in the game and have more control. Worked wonders for me and my own sanity.
Do it. If you feel it, and it’s financially viable for you, do it. You won’t regret it and agencies don’t ever change. Do it.
If you can afford it, take the time to just enjoy your baby. It goes so quickly, and you can always get another job when you’re ready.
Can you take a leave of absence for a couple of months? Use that time to decide for sure if you want to quit. I’ve been watching a 21month toddler and everyday I wish we could survive on one salary or wish I was a trust fund baby so I don’t have to work right now lol.
Do what you need to do to keep from going over the sanity and wellness edge. Take care of yourself mama!!
100% agree with these comments. Leave of absence is worth investigating, but absolutely quit if you can manage financially.
I was lucky to be laid off two weeks before my daughter was born, also during a time of economic downturn, and stayed home for nearly two years. It was the most amazing gift.
Can't imagine caring for a newborn while juggling the stress of current work life. Many people do, but if you have an opportunity to slow down and focus on the simple joys of life for awhile, go for it!!!!
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If you can swing it financially, DO. IT.
No one will blink twice for any time off in 2020. Your Bebe is only little once. Do whatever you need to during this time. There’s no playbook for any of this!
While I support the comments already made, I have a word of caution as well. Is there anything you currently receive from your work that you will miss sorely? I would painfully miss the grown-up professional interactions. There is also a sense of getting something done at work and a sense of identity that supports my mental health. I say this respectfully, as I am currently facing a similar decision, and have to watch three young kids while working. If you take pleasure in being a mom, you will probably be just fine.
I think it’s a good idea honestly. Especially if your husband can support. Mental health above all things.
It’s not a this or that decision, don’t feel you have to be all in or all out! Negotiate a 3 day a week position or go to part time freelance but in your same role. You’ll be happy to keep your head in the game a little bit but still have plenty of time to be a mom and it won’t be as hard to get back in. You have to think the long game. Read the book Work Pause Thrive before you make any moves, I promise you you’ll see many options on the table besides ‘work all the time’ and quitting. Good luck!
🏃🏽♀️ don’t walk...!! You will never have this time again ! Best of luck
I would leave if you can but make sure you and husband are good/you are protected financially in case of divorce. Sorry but that’s a reality a lot of women don’t plan when staying home and you should.