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I got into this discussion with some people at my co-op placement, it actually became an interesting conversation. There appeared to be a correlation between earning's and answers; i.e. Higher meant a greater chance of yes, Lower a lesser. I highly doubt this is always the case; I thought this would be an interesting poll either way.
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Re: Do you consider your current job a "means to an end"
Posted 27 April 2011 - 07:33 PM
My current job has nothing to do with programming so I say Yes. I'm aspiring to be a professional programmer then open my own firm. My salary is OK for a guy that doesn't have to pay bills.
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Re: Do you consider your current job a "means to an end"
Posted 27 April 2011 - 07:41 PM
I love my job, and honestly wouldn't mind working for my current employer for a long time to come. I can basically set my hours, choose my languages, and do whatever I want so long as I get the job done.
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Re: Do you consider your current job a "means to an end"
Posted 27 April 2011 - 07:58 PM
Unless one is rich and works for the sheer fun of it, all jobs are means to an end.
The end being to keep a roof over my head and food on the table.
The end being to keep a roof over my head and food on the table.
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Re: Do you consider your current job a "means to an end"
Posted 27 April 2011 - 09:15 PM
Yes. Easy.
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Re: Do you consider your current job a "means to an end"
Posted 28 April 2011 - 01:16 AM
considering my current "job" is an internship, I would have to say yes.
don't really intend to be stuck down here the rest of my life.
don't really intend to be stuck down here the rest of my life.
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Re: Do you consider your current job a "means to an end"
Posted 28 April 2011 - 05:33 AM
It might have been more accurate to ask if you consider your job a "stepping-stone" to something better.
I have an internship with a company that I like working for, they are very large, so the ceiling is high, and I never have to deal with tight resources, so I would say yes in that because this is an internship obviously it's a stepping stone, but no because I would happily work for the same company for the forseeable future.
I have an internship with a company that I like working for, they are very large, so the ceiling is high, and I never have to deal with tight resources, so I would say yes in that because this is an internship obviously it's a stepping stone, but no because I would happily work for the same company for the forseeable future.
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Re: Do you consider your current job a "means to an end"
Posted 28 April 2011 - 06:19 AM
I'm currently employed with a company who pays me decently and treats me fairly. However, I don't see myself staying with the company for an exceptionally long time. People are often looking for the next thing, I'm sure I'm no different.
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Re: Do you consider your current job a "means to an end"
Posted 28 April 2011 - 06:52 AM
A lot of people are like that, not me. Some people move and change jobs constantly, trying to get a better deal, but they're always the new guy, trying to work their way up.
I prefer to stick with a job and rise through the ranks from within. The longer you stay in the same place, the more value you have as an employee. As a brand new employee, even with a degree, you're not worth all that much, especially to a bigger company, because you still have to learn all the internal workings and processes that go on there.
I prefer to stick with a job and rise through the ranks from within. The longer you stay in the same place, the more value you have as an employee. As a brand new employee, even with a degree, you're not worth all that much, especially to a bigger company, because you still have to learn all the internal workings and processes that go on there.
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Re: Do you consider your current job a "means to an end"
Posted 28 April 2011 - 06:57 AM
Usually when someone says 'means to an end' I've interpreted it as meaning there is a bit of exclusivity to it. That it's the only reason you're doing it.
Yes I work at my job so that I can gain more experience to move forward in life, and so that I can pay my bills and the sort. I have many selfish reasons to be working my job. But they aren't the 'only' reasons I work this job... so I say no, it's not a 'means to an end'. I just happen to like working so I do... and that goes for nearly all jobs I've ever had. I take pride in it even if it's what some would call a shitty job.
Yes I work at my job so that I can gain more experience to move forward in life, and so that I can pay my bills and the sort. I have many selfish reasons to be working my job. But they aren't the 'only' reasons I work this job... so I say no, it's not a 'means to an end'. I just happen to like working so I do... and that goes for nearly all jobs I've ever had. I take pride in it even if it's what some would call a shitty job.
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