Recently, I heard someone say he refuses to take any low-paying jobs. He\u2019s built his resume to the point where he only wants higher-profile work. Jobs that are typically meant for beginners or students, he leaves for them. If anyone asks him to take on smaller roles, he simply turns them down.<\/p>\n
This isn\u2019t unheard of. As businesses grow, time becomes limited, so many focus on the most profitable projects \u2014 and at that point, they\u2019ve earned the right to be selective. That said, some people and companies have open schedules and still refuse lower-paying work once they\u2019ve built their reputation. They worry it would devalue their brand and make them appear mid-tier instead of premium. It makes you wonder whether it\u2019s possible to build an entire career by taking every job that comes your way, regardless of pay. A restaurant is a good example \u2014 even after becoming successful, most still keep cheaper, simpler dishes on the menu instead of shifting entirely to high-end options. They expand, but they don\u2019t abandon their original offerings.<\/p>\n
In contrast, service-based businesses like consulting or law typically raise their rates as they gain experience. There\u2019s no single right way. It really depends on your goal. Are you trying to maximize income \u2014 in which case taking both high- and low-paying work might make sense? Or are you more focused on working on higher-quality, more challenging projects that fulfill you, especially if money isn\u2019t the main factor?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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