I can't believe I'm seeking job advice

[kll]

but, I am.

Do I stay in a job that I'm only semi-happy with where I enjoy the people around me, but hate my boss and the hierarchy above her. I like what I do, but don't feel that I fit the mold of what they expect of me. The job is extremely corporate with tons of micro-managing, but it's secure and I know I have a future at my salary range.

OR

Do I take a job with a new company in a new industry that is owned by a friend's husband where I will be doing what I love (special event coordinating)? It's a seasonal job that can potentially give me the same amount I make now (or more!) for about 7-months worth of work. There's no way of knowing if this company will succeed, so I may be looking for a new job in the fall and having difficulty as there's not a whole lot of jobs in the salary range that I am in. If it does succeed, I would be getting in at the beginning and it would be a very non-corporate environment.


*Please take into consideration that I do have a mortgage and other bills to pay, so I can't have a "whatever" attitude.

What would you do?

[bigblu89]

Door #2.

[Yeti]

You have a difficult choice. I can tell by your post that you would love the freedom of the event coordinator position. I would get a pad and pen then make a list of Pros and Cons. I would also research the job. How many other event planning companies are in your area? Look into other successful companies to see if it is in the cards.
After all the research is done then you have to also think about your happiness. A good position with less stress is good for your mind and body.

Good luck because I know it is a big decision in your life.

[ScarySquirrel]

I think you should do the new thing and my Magic 8 Ball thought so too. Pretty nifty, eh?