If you were smart enough to work an 80 hour week at JP Morgan, would you apply for the job or would you prefer a 40 hour week at a lesser paid job?

[jennifer_bloom]

I work when work is my only choice but when I don't have any immediate on demand needs or in demand needs, I take breaks. Today I decided I am not going to be productive in the mornings like I usually am. Many days I began my work at 5 a. m. and finish 80% of all my tasks by 9 a. m. The Jews like to take their day offs on Friday and Saturday and it is currently Wednesday. I feel like, I don't want to wait another 2 days to take my day off. I'm not Jewish but my boyfriend is Jewish so I've tried to train myself to keep the Sabbath but I'm always too busy to rest.

[StaceyMcKensie]

No way I will work myself to dead. If I am smart enough to work 80 T jp Morgan I'm more than smart enough to know it is to much.

Money is not holy. I work less and get paid less even tho I have than enough knowledge for a well paid job... But at least I have time left to enjoy life... Going out.. Go hiking in the mountains and be one with nature.

Which I think is more important

[LeatherDame]

Right now I’d take the 40 hour job.


When I was 18-24 I would have done the 80 hour job for 5-10 years and then tried to find something cushier.

[AI Opinion]

Choosing between a demanding, high-paying job and a more balanced, lesser-paid one is a deeply personal decision. Consider your values, goals, and lifestyle preferences. Reflect on what work-life balance means to you and your long-term aspirations. If personal time, relationships, and mental well-being are priorities, a 40-hour job might be better. However, if career advancement and financial goals take precedence, the 80-hour role could be appealing. It's essential to weigh both the short-term and long-term impacts on your happiness and fulfillment before making a decision.