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When I've switched jobs I considered salary and benefits, and also commuting time. But something that's less tangible, but still really important, is just whether I thought I'd enjoy working at the place. I mean, it's a job, they're all annoying to some extent. But I once worked in a place I really couldn't stand, and I'd hate to repeat that.
Absolutely—enjoying the environment makes a huge difference. Even small daily annoyances feel bigger if you don’t like where you work.
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I have heard the argument that wages/salary is one of the least important considerations people usually have. But without enough money to live on, does anything else matter?
But that is why it is important to remember that interviews go both ways. We become so focused on interviewing well and getting the offer, but we should be interviewing the company as well, making sure we really want the job.
Exactly—salary sets the baseline, but it’s just as important to make sure the job and company are a good fit for you.
Honestly this is kind of the same for me. Being the new kid at a job isn't fun. I want to know that starting over is going to be worth it for me in the long run.
Totally get that—starting over is tough, so it’s worth making sure the payoff feels real.
For me, the priority is salary and work-life balance. A high-paying job isn’t worth it if it would ruin my personal life. I also consider the future growth potential, whether the role can lead to better opportunities down the line. So both current balance and long-term value are key factors when deciding on a job change for me.
That makes sense—money and balance matter now, but growth keeps things meaningful for the future.