What would you guys do?

[Brad6639]

I have a potential dilema on my hands. I will start out saying I work for the Dmv for Wisconsin. I am happy where I work now, I get along well with my team and have a nice schedule and all that (plus I get to take off vaction for the rut as no one else wants that time off for vaction), but I am living paycheck to paycheck, and Id prefer not too.I live with my gf April whom Ive been with for 6 months, and we jsut signed a 1 year lease for our new townhouse. Long story short, there is a higher position up north (5 hours north from where im at), and there is little interest in it by other state workers. It would be a $4 per hour raise roughly, and it would be 4 ten hour days instead of 5 8's, which would be nice. My dilemma is Im fearful that I might not like the team Id be with, and Id be a ways from my family and friends. My hunting spots are all down here as well, but Im sure I could find land there and could come down here still on vacation to hunt. Ny gf has a nice job here but not great, shes over qaulified for it so finding work for her up there wouldnt be too much of an issue Im sure. I could sure use the money, and Im young (23) so Im sure I could get used to living up there. My dad also works for the DMV and said hed really think about taking it if he were me, because oppotunities like this dont come along everyday, and Im young enough that once I meet probation, I could then transfer to better spots that are more preferable. What would you guys do if you were in my situation? Ive discussed it with my gf and she said she is willing to look more into it if need me. Im just kind of lost on what to do.

[ParrotHead]

A couple of ways to look at this - you're young and opportunities DO come along everyday, you just have to be looking for them and be ready to act when they do.

I'm unsure where you're at on the moving part - you sound like you don't want to leave but then say you could transfer to a better spot "more preferable". To me, this sounds like you're not that opposed to moving after all so we can elimate this from the decission making process.

You just signed a lease - how much is it going to cost you to get out of your lease? Does it make sense to move or stay now?

What's the cost of living like where you would moving? Does a 500.00 a month lease where you're at today cost you 600.00 there? Is gas prices higher/lower? You have to look at everything because remember, we're only talking about 40.00 a day increase - commute distances, higher prices in living expenses can eat up that 40.00 real quick.

How does April feel about this? Is she going to give up her life where she is to go with you? If she's not willing, are you willing to go on without her?

Fearful of working with this team? This is an excuse used by all. Fear is the biggest culprit when making life changing decissions. You must get past this fear or you'll never be able to make decissions like this.

It's a personal decission Brad - it really makes no difference what we would do because each of us has a completely different agenda in life. Some of us work the corporate ladder and make moves that take us from town to town and state to state. Other choose to live their lives exactly where they've always been, it's less stressful and more secure this way. Myself, I started down the corporate ladder route and have movedseveral times. Today, I'm still in the corporate world but have slowed down now, passing up better positions for sake of family, friends and where I live today. Only you can answer what route you are most suited for.

But if you're comfortable where you're at - comfort can over come money issues really qucikly while more money sometimes doesn't ease the pains or make life more comfortable.

Things to think about - best of luck on whatever route you go

[Guest Finn]

Tough call. How does your gf really feel about the move?

What part of Wis would you be moving to? I'm up in Price County and there is plenty of public land up here to hunt. Alot tougher hunting here as there are big woods and little farming/agriculture.

[stevebeilgard]

i'd go for the better position. your work crew may be top notch or bums. you will have to go work with them to see. i'd go for the better deal. especially if you can sub-lease or change your lease. if not, maybe 3 days there, and rent an apartment or room up north for the year.

[wtnhunt]

That is a tough decision. Think you and your girlfriend really need to sit down and talk about it. PH hit on some things to think about too. What are the cost of living differences, how much will it cost you to move, can you get out of your lease, if it is not somewhere you will be happy is it going to be worth it in the long run. These are all questions noone can answer for you.