Random advice - should I change careers?

I have a good job as a regional trainer. I travel 3000ml a month within a 400ml radus, fixing diagnostic equipment and training techs how to use it. I skipped 2 promotions in getting this position. It's fun and varied and pays the bills.

Up until I broke my leg on a business trip. I've been out on disability since Thnxgvn weekend and I'm getting apprehensive about returning to my 10-12hr days. Then, outta the blue I get a bounceback on a local reporter job I applied for 6 months ago. If they offer me a comparable salary, I am very tempted to accept. My hubbie and I are looking to start a family soon and even as the working parent I don't think I can psychologically be away from my kids 12hrs a day.

I haven't been offered anything yet, so I may just be getting ahead of myself, but is it selfish to want to spend more time with my family while doing a job I might actually love instead of one I just like? I love working with computers and teaching, but I love writing, too.Random advice - should I change careers?
The best advice I can give you is to stop asking for random advice and consult the people who know and care for you.Random advice - should I change careers?
You only get to live life once. Figure out what makes you happy. I don't think it is at all selfish of you to want to spend more time with your family... are you kidding??? 10-12 hours a day is a lot. I would find out more info about the new job before you make any sudden changes, and if it works well for you then go for it! Live your dreams!Random advice - should I change careers?
you must want to take the new job

because you don't say anything negative about it.

why not take the new job.Random advice - should I change careers?
I don't think you're selfish at all.

Starting a family requires a lot of time and effort. Lots of parents have kids, then begin to re-think the whole prospect. Then they just ship them off to grandparents or hire babysitters, or even worse, just let the TV raise them. I think you're making a wise decision. Do what you love.Random advice - should I change careers?
It sounds like you know which one you would rather do. That's always the right option (99% of the time)



I say go for it.Random advice - should I change careers?
In terms of career development, planning is essential, as you want to still be at that level of experience along with the receipt of competitive wages. Perhaps allowing things to play out as you experience them might be the best estimate of time and choice.



The reason you might be so apprehensive about entering your previous work environment again, could be mainly because you know you put in way too many hours for that little amount of pay. (especially with you getting hurt while on the job) Plus, it's only half-hearted because you also enjoy writing also.



So, why not have both...if you plan to work after having children, make sure that your insurance is covered via one job, and work the one job part time(and most times writing you can do from the home while with your children, unless you are called out on reports)...and that's if time allows you, but do keep this in mind...even though you are planning now, children do change your life and what you think you might not have done, you end up doing...(especially if it's for your children meaning Stay at Home Mom)so this is why I say...allow things to play out and see from that point on. Feel better soon...Good luck..and be Safe..(smiles)Random advice - should I change careers?
Based on what you've said, it sounds like you're looking to have a good family life. That is, you realized how much you were not looking forward to returning to the 10-12 hour days - and that's after a broken leg! Imagine yourself after giving birth and being on maternity leave with your newborn baby. As a parent myself, I chose the job that would allow me the flexibility of staying home with my son. And like I said, from reading your predicament, it sounds as if you'd be the same way. I didn't %26quot;love%26quot; my job, I liked it - but for all the love you have for your child, if you don't hate your job, all the love you need will be waiting for you as soon as you clock out. Plus, you can always change careers later, but it's the time with your family you won't get back.