Our move plans have changed. In short we will no longer be taking an international assignment. We are considering many other options, including a move back to Denver. I still have a few different options for career within my company, but it’s also a good time to make a move to another company without leaving too much on the table (reputation, pension, etc). I think we’ll just take a wait and see approach.
I spoke with the hiring managers and they point blank asked if I was willing to work 10-12 hour days. I was honest and direct and told them that I was not interested, nor willing to work those kind of hours. They tried to reorganize to reduce the work hour expectation, but were unsuccessful. They offered me an alternative engineering job if I was still interested in working overseas. That job did not interest me, nor allow me to grow my skill set, so I turned it down as well.
I’m disappointed that we won’t get this amazing opportunity, but I’m really okay with my decision. I value time with my husband and my children. Although I love my career, I will never choose my job over my children. I will also never choose money over family or career growth. I know this about myself and that’s how I know I made the right decision.
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