Hello guys!

I recently got two job offers almost at the same time. One is at a new ferry company with an intimidating presence in the Nigerian ferry business. There pay is in 6 digits and I am handling a managerial position, more or less a supervisory role. The company has strong presence in some west African countries and are dominant in Seria Leone where they started operations. The second is with Lagos State Internal Revenue Services (LIRS). Although the appointment letter for the first came before LIRS, even when I knew that the LIRS was also a sure bet I started with the Ferry company. As it stands i am opportuned to be among the pioneering staffs of the Nigerian Operation and with such a robust role.
I have consulted with the old and the young and they seem to have diverse views. The young wants me to go for the private firm while the elderly wants me to go for LIRS, citing job security and rest. Someone recommended me for the private firm and he has been my mentor for the past 9 years. He is of the opinion that I take the private firms offer, citing the fact that as an insider he knows the fact that the business is secure and there is faster promotion.

The LIRS offer was possible through the help of an uncle and he did alot to secure that slot, now I have been invited to come pick the appointment letter for LIRS, how do I manage this situation? Especially when there is pressure from some family members (mum and the rest) who want me to take LIRS offer by all means.

I have plans to further on my PHD studies and preferably oversee.

Please nairalanders, let me not say I am confused but I need your candid help. I know nairaland is full of people with vast knowledge and wealth of experience, here is where your input is needed. I also seek that the topic be placed on frontpage so i can get vast response. This is a critical decision! Thanks

Introduce me to your mentor and uncle....I need this kind of problem in my life

Pls be serious now, this one is official oo.

unofficial:
Introduce me to your mentor and uncle....I need this kind of problem in my life

Hmmmm. Now these are some of the kind of "problems" people should have.

Okay, so I need to know, what are your career goals? Why is there a PHD in view? Are you envisioning a career in lecturing in the future? Or you are just one of them that like to "acquire" certificates?

Do you plan on starting your own business in the future?

Evina:
Hmmmm. Now these are some of the kind of "problems" people should have.

Okay, so I need to know, what are your career goals? Why is there a PHD in view? Are you envisioning a career in lecturing in the future? Or you are just one of them that like to "acquire" certificates?

Do you plan on starting your own business in the future?

In fact I have started my PhD in one of the federal universities so i need money for that campaign. Yes that's the ultimate goal to become a lecturer and still have time to run my own business.

tejpot:

In fact I have started my PhD in one of the federal universities so i need money for that campaign. Yes that's the ultimate goal to become a lecturer and still have time to run my own business.

Hmmmm.
I really don't see any direct impact both job offers will have in your future plan. They seem like just means to an end. So the focus should be on, which means will help you get to your end faster and in better shape; in terms of money, network and skills acquired?

Let's attempt to answer the above.

Evina:


Hmmmm.
I really don't see any direct impact both job offers will have in your future plan. They seem like just means to an end. So the focus should be on, which means will help you get to your end faster and in better shape; in terms of money, network and skills acquired?

Let's attempt to answer the above.

The private firm because the salary is more than LIRS, in terms of skills I might not have armful of info, but d private can help my phd research if I so need.

Go for the one with higher pay. There is nothing called job security.

Thanks for your position

234GT:
Go for the one with higher pay. There is nothing called job security.

tejpot:

The private firm because the salary is more than LIRS, in terms of skills I might not have armful of info, but d private can help my phd research if I so need.

You have answered your question.

Evina you smart sha. #Respect.

crudedude:

You have answered your question.

Evina you smart sha. #Respect.

I believe so op.

Crudedude,

crudedude:

You have answered your question.

Evina you smart sha. #Respect.

Thanks for the addition

Fortunate is the person who has developed then self-control to steer a straight course towards his objective in life, without being swayed from his purpose by either commendation or condemnation. -

Your final decision must be based on your own full personal assessment.

Now, these are the kind of problems people ask for

Problems like: Where do i park my Jet? Should I buy a Lamborghini or Ferrari

On a serious note, go for the private job and beg your uncle, spoil him with gifts and many visits.

But if you're in the patriotism zone, you can go for the govt job









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adekzy:
Fortunate is the person who has developed then self-control to steer a straight course towards his objective in life, without being swayed from his purpose by either commendation or condemnation. -

Your final decision must be based on your own full personal assessment.

That was just the best I did

you need to be determined and firm to opt for a career..one should not be vague to take a decision..you should confidently stand for your career aims and goals..apart of obstacle and hurdles on your way you should be focused to face each and every situation..hope this career tips and guidance helps you out. http://careersamosa.com/tips-successful-career-planning/

unofficial:
Introduce me to your mentor and uncle....I need this kind of problem in my life

Tejpot, me too

oseiwe:

Tejpot, me too

Lol, with prayer and fasting that problem will surface.
God is great