My Dad worked away a lot when I was growing up. I promised myself I'd never do that to my children.
Would it be enough to make you say "I'll take it"
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Perry
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I couldn't do it, I would miss the Mrs and (especially) the kids too much, as many have said they grow up so quick and you don't get that back. There is a balance to be achieved, I'm quite happy earning a 'decent' living and getting home at 4pm each night and no weekends, with the very occasional overnight away. I see the way some of our bosses are, travelling thousands of miles per week and living out a suitcase....not for me!
I think you need to tie down some of the floaters. When he says from a few days to a few weeks - how long does a few weeks mean. Are we talking 2, 6, 10? How long is a few months? 3-6 away from the famly? How often are you expected to be travelling. Its not just the time doing the job while you're there but factoring in the travel and inevitable delays on top.
On the other side of the coin you have the peace of mind of things like pension, life assurance and can make a good nest egg to provide for the family. I guess it depends on whether you can stand being apart for so long and whether the remuneration package is really enough to compensate
On the other side of the coin you have the peace of mind of things like pension, life assurance and can make a good nest egg to provide for the family. I guess it depends on whether you can stand being apart for so long and whether the remuneration package is really enough to compensate
mouth
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I have always been wealthy, but I was only rich when my son came along.
I could earn a fair amount more than I do now if I really looked for the right job but at the moment I come home every night and sleep in my own bed, with my own mrs and can see the little 'un whenever I want (I separated from Mum a long while ago).
I've worked away from home before but only in the UK - a week here, a week there etc and have always found it hard. I get a little homesick. As someone mentioned previously the only way is to try since you have a trade to return to if necessary. My feeling is you'll know what you want within a month or so of doing the new gig. Would your current employer allow a short sabbatical (3 or 4 months) or something similar. If you like the work but not the being away bit then there's always the chance that you could get more local work in a similar role.
I could earn a fair amount more than I do now if I really looked for the right job but at the moment I come home every night and sleep in my own bed, with my own mrs and can see the little 'un whenever I want (I separated from Mum a long while ago).
I've worked away from home before but only in the UK - a week here, a week there etc and have always found it hard. I get a little homesick. As someone mentioned previously the only way is to try since you have a trade to return to if necessary. My feeling is you'll know what you want within a month or so of doing the new gig. Would your current employer allow a short sabbatical (3 or 4 months) or something similar. If you like the work but not the being away bit then there's always the chance that you could get more local work in a similar role.
19thagain
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Grab the new position!!
If bad health arises, at the moment, your lovely lady wife and the children will not thank you for existing on hand outs!
If the new position does not work out return to your trade.
It is a choice thousands would love to have at this time.
If bad health arises, at the moment, your lovely lady wife and the children will not thank you for existing on hand outs!
If the new position does not work out return to your trade.
It is a choice thousands would love to have at this time.
kid2
Money List Winner
Its great that there are so many replies fella's and to be honest the reason i just picked Homers is that he seems to have hit most of everyones points in his post....So please dont take offence.
Its basically a job that builds what are called Radome's...They are those hexagon shaped sphere's that you may see in some airports around the world that cover Radars to keep the elements off them.
Without gettining into the nitty gritty the money is very good....As are the travel arrangements and the accommodation....
There is a per diem package also offered on top of wages and also because you can be working in some remote places the hours can be long....
Another upside is that i can fly my family to wherever im working for a holiday at only the expense of a flight...
Pension, life assurance , and being able to put some money away for a rainy day are all upsides....
It would mean being able to live very comfortably and in time maybe pay off my mortgage far earlier than its time..Its not a job that lots of people do which means that you'd be pretty busy when your working....
Also there are opportunities to get into other sections of the company with time.
Also because you work for a company outside the country you only have to declare a small amount of tax.
So the downsides...Obviously being away from home....The norm on the job would usually be 2 weeks at least to a few months at most......Missing Birthdays, weddings, funerals, and parties...
While your at home the job doesnt pay you so you'd have to be able to manage money well....
Mr_T
Challenge Tour Pro
Wow this is a tough one. By the looks of it you have a very attractive job offer which many would jump at. Now I don't pay my own rent yet or anything like that so i dont really know about financial security but im sure it will be very satisfying and will give you peace of mind. If I was a dad the thing I would love the most would be to be able to give your family a good living and that you can get them through uni etc, so whilst it will be tough to know you're giving them the best opportunity possible would be a great incentive. However, I think you should ask your wife and kids how they would feel, and if they are uncomfortable about it then maybe you should pass it by, that said, it's ultimately your decision. 
