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Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Naturalle(f): 2:17pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
Life is too short, tell your friend to do whatever makes him happy. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by efizyhenchmen: 2:27pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
nyben4eva: I really understand how your friend feels, I have been in his shoe before,meanwhile, he has to consolidate his business first because nomatherwhat,he has to pick up his family responsibilities as the head and make extra ways to see if he can get another job to his prefered location and above all, pray!pray!! |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by CrazyMan(m): 2:27pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
fortune1968:True some women are terrible when it comes to money. But she's his wife not his girlfriend. So however she chooses to run her husband's business will have a positive or negative effect on the family. I would have advised him to hire a manager, but that would be worse considering how nonchalant most Nigerians behave when managing other peoples businesses. His wife is his best option for now. 1 Like |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by gbishman: 2:39pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
I feel ur pains, what i can say is for himself and the wife to come up with a plan. like how long they can hold up with the condition, save frantically, enhance and acquire new skills that would aid him in future. When all this has been acquired he can respectfully quit and focus on other spheres of his life. To me there is nothing as important as bringing up ur kids in the right way, simply put after amassing all this wealth and having useless and uncontrollable kids what use is that money to u then. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by alaskido(m): 2:40pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
My advise to your friend is to send me the company name, the date he plans to resign and the position he is presently occupying. I will apply immediately he quits. I am looking for such a job especially in an American company. I work for a French company with less pay. My family is in PHC and I am in Lagos. I have no choice but to slave for the small salary. You are with your family and see them daily and you are complaining. I do not see my family for months. My last child does not even know I am the father. This country when there is no work and BUHARI is not helping matters. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by dapsonlou(m): 3:03pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
I see Pregnant Women working for 700naira per day a nd you are complaining, you should be giving thanks to God everyday that your family is taken care of. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Nobody: 3:25pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
mrking3: Your friend has not told us the truth about his job. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Kazrem(m): 3:27pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
op, here are some salient points in your friend's letter: 1. He has been working there for 8 years. That's long enough to be with a company one doesn't really like, more so at the expense of your family. You should even be commended for staying that long. 2. He earns satisfactorily. But it's not about money alone. If your wife is understanding and bear the pain, what about your kids? Your presence is needed at home. 3. He has a business beside - with a good cash flow for that matter (200k at least a month isn't bad at all. That's 4 Monty salary with hard labour of some people). With that he is good to go. But one word of caution: how much is his living expenses? Can it cut it down below the cash flow of 200k? What is his wife doing? Can she support him if peradventure the business fails after his resignation? And more importantly, what stops him from looking for another job while on the job or after he resigns? If he can answer yes to all or most of the above, he should then resign. 1 Like |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Leez(m): 3:43pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
nyben4eva:seun pls give these fiction ppl dia own section abeg who in todays naija will be earnin dat much and be angry mtcheeeèw iranu 1 Like |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by 1miccza: 3:47pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
Oga abeg connect me with that your job Op let it also expose me to those dangers.... 1 Like |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Barcholder: 3:58pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
Leez: You are simply wrong, even on my estate, I know at least 2 people who are almost in exactly the same position, and I know how difficult it is. American Oil companies are notoriously demanding, and they can really suck all the life out of you. In the beginning, you will be very excited about the salary they are paying you, but trust me, give it a couple of years of hard labour, and you will literally hate going to work every day. The same is also true of a lot of the telecommunications companies right now as well. Pressure at work can be extremely damaging to a person's mind, body and psyche. So get it out of your mind that money is the cure to all ills in life, because its simply not true. Everything is relative - what would you say if I told you that I know an American expat who recently quit his job with one of the major US Oil Companies in Nigeria, because the pressure of the job was so intense that he literally feared he was going to have a nervous breakdown. He was earning $500,000 per annum. Until very recently, when the regulations were changed, he was being paid in USD. No amount of money is worth one's health, once that goes, no amount of money can ever bring it back. When you are lying on your deathbed, I promise you that for all the money you may have in the bank, you would gladly swap places with a broke, healthy person. Money isn't everything bro, the sooner Nigerians in general learned that, the sooner will build a much better, friendlier, less aggressive society 4 Likes |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Kbraims(m): 4:25pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
Making 200k per mnth is enuf for him to maintain is family,bt for him to quit it depends on him,coz for a prson makn 500k per mnth to quit is job in dis naija...u hav to tink very well 1 Like |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by vislabraye(m): 4:48pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
nyben4eva: Every job has its ups and downs. Does he work in the oil industry ? I believe he should work some more and become a consultant. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Ninilowo(m): 5:32pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
Op, ur friend should have gathered more than enough after 8 yrs. If otherwise, then............... |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Abee79(m): 5:33pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
There are things that money cannot buy, and personal fulfilment is on top of the list . . . #speakingfromexperience |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by ADENIKETINA2015(f): 5:40pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
duduade:lwkmh omolomo Do you want to take his place |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by ojimuf(m): 6:00pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
Well u try just help me with the name and address of the company cos me I need job badly |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Memyselfu2009(m): 7:08pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
I did not read your post to d end.. my advice Quit nd let someone else take d job |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Ayt27(m): 7:48pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
mrking3: He wasn't complaining about money or that his employers hangs his job over his head., if someone else gets his job he doesn't mind or goes through hell and earn peanuts, What he said was he doesn't derive joy from his work at all. @ OP I think he should quit @ the 10th year, since he has time for @ least 3months he can run his business then, while he wife oversees it with the help of a "trusted" manager( if u ever get one lol) the remaining months he isn't around. Also the two years would give him more savings allowance, so as to be able to still stand on his feet if things don't pan. Also an engineer with an american firm with 8years experience. You go see job, if u do decide to go back to the labour market and not necessarily your former job. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by coretechng1(m): 8:11pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
mrvitalis:Hmmmmm acidic talk with wisdom in it. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by gig10: 8:14pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
Interesting, just a few questions have you really experienced lack, no money for food, school fees, hospital bills etc if u have then I guess u will be happy u now can afford all these, Just see the smile on your children's face when buy them ice cream, chocolate as enough reason to be happy and anytime you go to work u remember it is where you get the money. Just try and make people happy with the resources you have, spend time with your loved ones make sure you have a really good time with them and also remember the money from the work is partly responsible. Finally, when u go to work try to add value, seek to improve the way work is done, try to achieve new levels of perfection in your job surpassing previous performances. It works Remember your parents too, make them happy, try to do things that will make your mum dance once in while |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by coretechng1(m): 8:16pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
martineverest:I will rather earn millions and create happiness for myself than earning 250k struggling. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Holmes07(m): 8:46pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
nyben4eva:I smell big lies!!! Bros jux spare us this shit,tell us u're d one in this story period! |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by gidjah(m): 9:02pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
I wont contribute any advice unless he tells us how much he gives to his wife every month..how much he gives to his parents.church.and other expenses in a month.then finally how much does he save from his earnings every month.he should be able to tell us how much he has in his account now.how much is his company currently worth.THIS AND MANY MORE answers would lead us to a very good end |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by DBS1: 9:09pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
I recommend that he needs a professional counsel.There is a way out of that.Is a matter of knowing the right thing to do.Let him come or call for councel by calling 07082638957 |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Raalsalghul: 10:33pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
CrazyMan:An intelligent comment! 1 Like |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by mickey45: 10:49pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
Brugge: As going to tell him same. Let the "friend" go see a psychologist. He's rich enough to have in-depth personal sessions. I'm sure he'll find a middle ground along the process. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by moreme: 11:05pm On Dec 14, 2015 |
Please, tell your friend to continue with the job for at least 6more months. Ensure that his business can generate 500 thousands per month before resigning from that job, Here are my reasons. 1. It will be difficult for him and his family to jump from 500 thousand to 200, if not careful they may go bankrupt. God forbid. 2. He needs to speak with his spouse so they can cut down their usuall budgeting process. 3. I think one will prosper in that very job or business that you do with passion and joy. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by pstboi: 12:10am On Dec 15, 2015 |
8 years building another man s dream @ the expense of your health, time with family and u are used like a slave. sorry man, just wake up and follow your dream |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by mbills: 5:23am On Dec 15, 2015 |
mrvitalis:so you think he does not have family,he didn't build his own house and cars? Think wise and beside what is 8years 1 Like |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by otodeluxe(m): 8:18am On Dec 15, 2015 |
While so many graduates in Nigeria are unemployed someone is here talking about resigning a well paying job. Life is just unfair, life is black. Lord have mercy. |
Re: He Earns More Than Half A Million Per Month Yet He's So Unhappy With His Job by Tosyno51(m): 9:36am On Dec 15, 2015 |
bros let's switch places/job for a year so that I can understand it from your perspective, then I can give my advice *smiles* |
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