I’ve been self employed since leaving college, working in construction, a sub-contractor mainly. The previous 2 years have been tough, people are tightening their belts and work doesn’t seem to be coming in like in once did.
Now I’m providing for 3 people and paying for a bigger mortgage. I’ve found myself over the Christmas break thinking maybe it’s time for a change, I know it would put my wife’s mind at ease. Especially with the fact I have no pension and can never afford to have any time off throughout the year.
My question is, will I be any happier employed? I’ve been looking and there are maintenance jobs near me. I’d be taking a pay cut though. Are there any routes out of construction into a similar career path?
For context, I’m a 32M, earning 44,000 pa.