I'm stressing, but that's nothing new!

Anonymous

October 1,2022 at 4:28PM UTC

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I'm stressing, but that's nothing new!

A few months ago a headhunter (I need to figure out the new word) reached me on LinkedIn. I ignored it, there were no details and I do like so many things about my current job, manager and company. A few days ago she messaged me again with some details and I had just learned a current work colleague resigned (the third in less than two weeks - sinking ship?!?). I responded.

I think that was Wednesday evening. Yesterday I had a 90 minute phone call with the company, not the hiring manager but a big voice in their decision.

We will be meeting for breakfast next week, I think it's pretty near confirmed.

So, the money is better, the work is more involved, I can do it.

The question is, do I want to?

I currently work in a not for profit, doing social good org. I like the idea of working for a "good" company.

The other company is profit driven and definitely not doing a greater good, not at all.

I think I answered my own question.

I just want to work 10 more years at the most and I'm way overweight. Argh. Do I just enjoy a free breakfast?

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AnonymousOctober 1,2022 at 4:53PM UTC
While I appreciate your dedication to working for the greater good, there’s no shame in taking a corporate job that’s focused on returning shareholder value. I’m hard-pressed to think this new organization doesn’t have one redeeming quality about it…not possible. Profits and hearty salaries aren’t dirty words!
I’m highly motivated by money (and I make NO apologies about this!) and that warm fuzzy feeling people get from working at non-profits doesn’t always pay the mortgage.
About a year ago I moved from a non- profit and returned to a huge corporation. If I disclosed the name, you’d scream: corporate greed! But guess what this profit-driven organization offers: boundless professional development opportunities, huge tuition reimbursement, a pension and generous 401k matching funds, a massive philanthropic arm, and programs designed to promote women and minorities in the work place.
Take the meeting with the headhunter and check your preconceived notions at the door. Best of luck.
AnonymousOctober 3,2022 at 2:22PM UTC
If you are motivated by doing good, I'd suggest you possibly think about volunteering on the weekends and consider taking the corporate position.
AnonymousOctober 5,2022 at 2:00PM UTC
I am currently going through the same dilemma. I love my non-profit job but I am way underpaid (currently still making less than prior to Covid- the company was hard hit). I have an opportunity with a large company now that would pay me about 20% more. I really need the money but I don't think it would be as meaningful or that I would enjoy it as much.
Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistOctober 5,2022 at 4:54PM UTC
Recruiter is the word you're looking for.
AnonymousOctober 5,2022 at 6:54PM UTC
More like used car sales at times.
AnonymousOctober 5,2022 at 6:56PM UTC
OP: The yogurt and granola was yummy. Nice guys but Glassdoor is not favorable!