On one side you have a great salary, benefits, and job security. On the other you have compromised quality, snuffed inspiration, and nothing you can do about it other than quit.
I love my job. This post doesn't concern me. It does however concern someone who has skills and knowledge way far beyond this small Pacific NW town. A world class chef with an audience that is decades behind in fine dining. Every time he tries to fly higher and take this place with him he gets his wings clipped. It isn't monetary and it isn't a pride thing. He loves this town and does not want to have to leave it. It wears him down. I see it happen.
So here is a question: What is more important? Becoming the best you can be or settle for what you have now because it pays well despite the compromises?
Thank you Mr. Minor
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1 comments:
That is a loaded question.... It is not that simple. So many of us have families that need us to be around as well as count on our paychecks. It would be extremely difficult for someone with a family to go work at a 2 or 3 star restaurant. I know a shift at Corton, 2 stars, starts at 9am and finishes at 11pm 6 days a week. Not much time for family, friends, or a life. Not to mention the small paycheck you would receive.
We must choose from a smaller pool of jobs as we get older and we must calculate each job change more carefully.
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