<prompt> Human: I have an opportunity to make a 15k earnings bump with a new position at a new company however in 3-5 years with my current employer there is a strong possibility of a 20-40k a year jump in 3-5 years once I further my education and a few key people retire.How do I put together the cost benefit analysis from a pure economics perspective? Is there more to it then plotting the lines and figuring out the intercept?  <response>: Ill offer my own perspective from last year... I changed jobs last year - I had worked at a CPA firm, but became burned out after 8 years there, and I was constantly in a bad mood because of work. I started a controller position at a small company 10 months ago. In addition to a bump in pay, I work less than I did before, have more PTO days, determine my own hours, and do work that is is more enjoyable and better suited to my skills. Most importantly, I am happier than I was before I changed jobs - more time with friendfamily, read more books than I ever have in my adult life, and more time for hobbiesinterests.If youre just looking to change just because of the moneycompensation, then I wouldnt do it. What is the allure of the position at the newer company? 