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Since we're talking about careers... thoughts? opinions?
So, as I've vented about before, I can't stand Greg's job! He works all the time, the pay isn't what it should be, his boss is an ass, etc...
He was applying to another company in Philly that designs for mostly drug companies (so, boring work), but the hours are from 9-5, more time off, and a big pay increase! Plus, it's only a few blocks away from his current job, so he could still ride his bike!
Now he just got a call from where our friend works (he put Greg's resume in) and they want him to come in for an interview. This place does more of the creative work that he likes, the hours are from 9-6 (with some late nights... again.. *sigh*), he'd be getting a pay increase, but it's 45 minutes away driving, so we'd need to get another car! And with the commute he still wouldn't be home until around 7 if there's no traffic, which is much better than what it is now... but still..
He wants my advice, and I'm not sure what to tell him...
Do I want him to give up enjoying his job so that his pay will be better, we don't need an extra car, and he can be home about 2 hours earlier in the day? Yes.
Does this make me a selfish wife? Probably 
Of course he hasn't been offered (or even interviewed!) a position yet, but I like to start worrying early and get it out of the way! haha
Re: Since we're talking about careers... thoughts? opinions?
I would tell him exactly this! Since he asked you what you thought, be honest. Make sure he knows that you want him to be happy, but don't try to bury your feelings about the situation, either.
Don't tell him what he should do (I don't think that you would), but tell him how you feel about it. If you can support him in either decision, definitely say that.
I also find that Matt feels better when I promise that I will not hold it against him if he makes the decision that I don't like.
I know, and I want him to be happy where he works, I just wish he could have both! I guess when it comes to making sacrifices, being happy shouldn't be one of them...
but I miss him during the daaayy! whiiine! haha
you're right though, I'll just read this off, and let him make up his mind, and be happy he's out of that place either way!
thanks ladies!
I think he's worried it won't add to his portfolio and won't help him grow professionally in the field he wants to be in... however, he eventually wants to be a freelance designer full time or start his own firm, so the extra time spent outside the office would be nice to start doing more creative work on his own.
I agree with this