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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]5-6 yrs is a long time.  And it must not very high-ranking, because that's on the lower end of the SES pay scale.  Some agencies can make adjustments for those coming from very high paying jobs, too.

Hard to help without specifics, and I can understand why you might not want to post those.  But I'd be inclined to say no.  1-2 yrs with a guarantee back to my job--yes.  (Like some BigLaw partners who take Ambassadorial appontments and then go back).  THey have a great lifelstyle, all expenses paid, low salary but everything covered.  Sure.  But Undersecretary of Chickens and Cows at Dep of Ag....no.  [/quote]

First, let me say that the credential is impressive -- I am not in the sector and even I recognize the prestige of it.  DW would not otherwise consider the move.  I have no idea why the job pays what it does, especially considering the work and hours involved.  Five to six years is a long time, and there are no guarantees in this world, though the position is one that would certainly maintain or likely increase DW's earning potential.

Many posters on this forum say that they would always take personal fulfillment or a real "love" for their work over financial gain, and I agree with that sentiment.  It is just a little more difficult when the difference in salary is so big.[/quote]

if you're not in the industry, you're going by title and what you're wife tells you.  Logical, but not necessarily objective (or correct).  I think many posters say they'd go from $300k/yr to $200k for fulfillment.  Not from nearly $2m to under $200k.

Bottom line is that people without specifics really can't adress this adequately. You should probably discuss with close friends with whom you can share the actual details.  If she takes this positoin, you might have to give up SAH.  :mrgreen:[/quote]

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