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Part-time job/business versus Full-time job

Romelle

I've been working in Dubai near ten years now, I could say that my salary is just enough for me and my family. Where I am working now is my third company since 2005. I believe it's a good company but still we are not well-compensated because of loads of work and a lesser salary. Before, I am very devoted to my work. I never even thought of applying to other companies. Sad to say, now I am thinking to look for a new job. One thing more is, I am doing a part-time business now. I joined a European-based company with a very small investment (AED399 or $108), and I am earning already a hundred folds. I seldom sell their products, I am just sharing it to others to at least try the products. I joined this business because they have 50 branches worldwide (meaning - stable), and I see that I have future here. This triggers me to resign my job in a corporate world soon. I even enter the world of real estate/properties at present, and I am earning real good for selling condominium (flat) to Filipinos and other nationalities. Now, I see myself where I belong. I am sure, corporate world is not really for me. Sometimes, we are giving 100% of ourselves to a company that never compensate our dedication. I may sound unfair, but oftentimes, they are more unfair. They can not blame me if that 100% of my dedication goes down to around 80%-90%, because my part-time gives me double of what I am earning for a 10%-20% effort I give in my free time only. I guess, the company should take care of their employee as their own family.

Do you think it's unprofessional to have a part-time job while you're still under contract from your full-time company?

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my"name"is"raffy

hi, i feel the same way too. things you said were true and really company..they don't care, they will never appreciate things the employee do. And companies work like that. And its good that you are doing good on you part-time job. i think there is nothing wrong doing extra job from outside. its our own life anyway... :D:top:

Romelle

thanks raffy, good to know we're on the same boat...and what is the sad part there, they would only remember the one mistake you committed than the ninety nine good things you shared in the company.

my"name"is"raffy

..oh yes my dear, that's how it is this days. specially here in middle east :)..but what we can do right? we just need to endure, and have a great perseverance throughout the process. but cheer up  :top:  no one knows what will happen next..  :top:

Romelle

True. And I agree.

Romelle

Raffy, what is your work there in Jeddah?

my"name"is"raffy

hello,

i work as a Cad Designer for a Industrial Company ( Water and Waste Water Treatment ). Planning to go there in UAE we have a branch there.