Interviewing for manager to VP positions.

Anonymous

September 19,2022 at 5:28PM UTC

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Interviewing for manager to VP positions. I'm expanding my search and levels due to location and lack of availability. Seeking advice regarding is it better for a lower-level role with a higher salary or the title for future positions? I'm taking into account benefits, company culture, location and salary.

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AnonymousSeptember 19,2022 at 5:43PM UTC
It really depends on the match of qualifications.
AnonymousSeptember 19,2022 at 5:49PM UTC
Thank you and my experience lends itself to director + positions but the lack of availability leaves me applying for lower-level roles. I'm making sure that my the qualifications align but am I hurting myself in the future taking a lower title for a higher salary?
AnonymousSeptember 19,2022 at 6:24PM UTC
I never worry about hurting myself if I'm making market level compensation inline with the responsibility of the role.
AnonymousSeptember 19,2022 at 8:22PM UTC
My method has always been to focus on the job responsibilities where I can provide the most value in alignment with my skills and interests.
AnonymousSeptember 20,2022 at 2:39AM UTC
Thank you, Anonymous. I appreciate your advice!
Crystal HowellSeptember 19,2022 at 10:16PM UTC
A title is just a title, if you have a family will there be long hours including weekends? If you want the money, then go lower and save the difference. Depends on your life and work balance for you, and if you have a family?
AnonymousSeptember 20,2022 at 2:42AM UTC
I don't have a family but a monthly mortgage so salary is a factor. Some dream jobs are unfortunately with salaries that I know as a single woman I can't entertain due to bills. I'm considering a lower title but a higher paycheck. That being said, I don't foresee it being a career position so it would be to save money for a year and then move on and that's why title is a consideration. I want to make sure future jobs wouldn't be impacted by a lower title. Thank you and I appreciated your advice!
Rae WagonerSeptember 22,2022 at 1:25PM UTC
Hi Crystal! I agree that (in many cases) a title is just a title, but I have a different view on the "if you have a family" portion of your answer. Yes, women with kiddos are BUSY! For sure - either babysitting and child care with a side order of the sniffles, then later running to the ballpark/dance lessons/academic team can absolutely be a full-time job in itself. Mommin' ain't easy!
But.
It is not only those who have children/families who need to factor in the long hours, late nights, and possible working weekends when making employment decisions.
I think that EVERYONE should decide just how much of their time they're willing to sell to an employer.