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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My career evolved with my life. I work in marketing for a global tech firm. I make decent money and the job isn't that exciting, but I like it, it's interesting enough and you can't beat the flex (I WFH 3 days a week). I love being a working mom, but definitely prioritized time and flex over moving up in the career world.

I will be mid 50s when both kids are in college - I might be able to ramp up somewhat then. [/quote]

Different path but this is me. I started in academia and left because post docs and adjunct positions pay like crap and were not going to lead to a tenure track position. A friend suggested I apply for a job at his company, I did and was hired. Moved to DC at 30 and have changed jobs or companies as contracts demanded. I have been in the same position for 12 years, with 4 different companies. I am well paid, have flexible hours, and I like the people I work with. The job is picking up again, we are reorganizing which means a new position for me, so that is a good thing. I am able to take off to take care of DS or attend meetings/concerts/Thanksgiving lunch.

Would I change anything? No. My early choices paved the way for where I am now. I am fine with my path. I am in a good spot right now and I think that there is some stability. My Government customer likes my work so it has been easy to move from one company tot he next when there have been contract changes after recompetes.

It is not all great, the work is not all that challenging and intellectually stimulating. But the rest works really well for me and my family.

DH has a similar position in a different field.

It probably helps that neither of us are interested in moving into management. I am not looking to ramp things up when DS goes to college in 10 years, I am looking to retire as soon as possible. [/quote]

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