I’ve been working in my industry for 20 years now (fuck that’s depressing to write). Literally every boss I’ve ever had but except for one has been baffled by me not wanting to climb the corporate ladder by working more hours and seeing my family less.
The one that understood was like, “Just keep doing you, man. Don’t let anyone else tell you that you have to keep moving up.” I always appreciated that.
I’m doing the same thing, my dad died right after retiring (didn’t take care of his heart, long story). But he spent a lot of time with us a kids.
He never made much money, but worked construction in the summers so he could ski and be with us in the winters.
It sucks because he missed meeting his grandson, but it showed me gore important it is to be with your family. And also go to the fucking Doctor and manage your blood pressure and arterial health!
I’ve been working in my industry for 20 years now (fuck that’s depressing to write). Literally every boss I’ve ever had but except for one has been baffled by me not wanting to climb the corporate ladder by working more hours and seeing my family less.
The one that understood was like, “Just keep doing you, man. Don’t let anyone else tell you that you have to keep moving up.” I always appreciated that.
I have no desire to climb. I’m making enough to cover bills, and I want to spend the rest of my time with my family. I’m happy.
Maybe I could save harder but honestly my family is here today and I don’t wanna miss it.
I’m doing the same thing, my dad died right after retiring (didn’t take care of his heart, long story). But he spent a lot of time with us a kids.
He never made much money, but worked construction in the summers so he could ski and be with us in the winters.
It sucks because he missed meeting his grandson, but it showed me gore important it is to be with your family. And also go to the fucking Doctor and manage your blood pressure and arterial health!
Basically, Kirk wanting to stay a Captain, and not get promoted to an Admiral.
He’d rather drive a ship, not a desk.