‘Be your own boss’ – they say! A 9-5 job is deemed to be a little under-rated by most of us. Having your own business has always had an upper hand over the routine 8-hour job.
However, I beg to differ in this case. Yes, I do know that if you own a business, you have the freedom to do things as you please. And, the scope of earning money is also much better and greater. But, running a business might not suit everyone’s style and not everyone might enjoy that sense of achievement. And, it is completely fine.
In a world where we see people quitting their 9-5 jobs and starting their own entrepreneurial venture, I and many people like me are still advocating for a humble office job. And the reasons are many. A 9-5 job might seem a little mundane to some or even restrictive, but it does come with its perks.
STABILITY
First and the foremost reason is the stability it offers. Business is about making money and you have to consistently make efforts in that direction. Whereas in a 9-5 job, if you are good at what you do, then there is no stress of making money. The feeling of knowing that you will get your salary at the same time every month is the most secure feeling in the world.
LESS STRESS
Secondly, the stress. Yes, every profession or business has its share of stress and challenges. But, the level and the intensity of stress that a business brings is much more than in a 9-5 job.
The weekend is yours to relax and let your hair down. Taking a day or even a few days off would not affect your work. You can literally switch off and choose not to reply to any important mail or call when you are not working. While, if you have a business there are no working hours as a business constantly demands attention.
BETTER SOCIAL CIRCLE
Your social life also gets much better when you have an office job. When you are spending 9 hours a day for 5 days at one place, your colleagues become your friends with whom you share a special bond. More so, the office banter and parties certainly takes your social life a notch higher.
A HEALTHY BALANCE
Work from home is again a blessing for the people in a 9-5 job. It helps all the office goers strike a perfect work life balance. The flexibility to work right at the comfort of your home indeed has its perks and also keeps the undue stress at bay. Many organizations even provide the time flexibility to suit one’s personal life.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Whether it is a business or a job, there is no dearth of learning and growth opportunities. But, in an office job, you can get access to professional training. Some organizations even support your further education that allow you to enhance your skills. Moreover, there is always an option for you to explore other professional domains which could again improve your career profile.
A 9-5 job can certainly give you the best of both worlds owing to a flexible work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Do you second my thoughts? If you had to choose between a business and office job, what would you pick? Let me know your take in the comment section below!