Hmm, to take a lesser job or not to take a lesser job...

I have two more opportunities today. They are both below my current
skill (and pay) level.

Now, I've always been one to believe in the mercenary approach to jobs. Corporations have few qualms about cutting talent and hiring talent as the budget allows, so in today's world there is no reason, as an employee, to have qualms about taking higher paying jobs for the sake of your own budget.

Even so, it bugs me a bit to think about taking the low-hanging fruit, all the while knowing that I'm just going to toss it and go for something better the first chance I get. I think I'll make it policy that it has to pay at least 15% better than the last one before I'll make the hop.