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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. This thread has been enlightening in many ways. I do not have a traditional deal job so it’s unrealistic to think I would be at a desk 9-5 anyway. I think I can work something out that gives me the flexibility I need, even if it’s less than what I have now. I have a unique skill set, so hopefully that’s worth some flexibility to them. [/quote]

If you are excited about the opportunity, I think that says a lot. Also, for those arguing the pay bump isn’t that much, you have no idea what kind of pay increase this will translate to 5-10 years from now (and beyond) from the resulting advancement.

OP I work with lots of really successful moms and I just don’t see the need for all this doom and gloom in the comments.[/quote]

Thank you!!! I have a lot of trusted mom friends with big, in-person, long hours jobs and they all universally say get your husband on board and go get your big opportunity.

Isn’t that what we want our kids to see? I feel like we are all trying to boomerang back to the 1950s a bit. (Yes, my moon works, but that’s a secret…)[/quote]

OP, you want to go after the opportunity, so go for it!  Most of us responded with some projections.  It would be a hard no for me, but I have already had jobs that required 60-80 hours a week with no flexibility, and no amount of money would make me go backward. Plus, we don't need any more money. I would end up saving it, and for what? And it's not entirely about my kids, either. I enjoy having time to exercise every day, travel, and pursue hobbies.  [/quote]

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