I think that balance is key, especially for people with families. I have seen people so wrapped up in work, that they miss their kids grow up. You can never get that back.
On the other hand, I've seen 20yo single guys who can't pay their bills, turn down hours so they can go home and play video games. I have zero sympathy for them.
I had a chance to go to Alaska last fall to work for 6 weeks. Literally all the hours I could work. I made hundreds of hours of double time. It was a one time sacrifice I chose to make to put my family in a better situation. I wouldn't be willing to work out of town full time though. That's for single guys.
On the other hand, I've seen 20yo single guys who can't pay their bills, turn down hours so they can go home and play video games. I have zero sympathy for them.
I had a chance to go to Alaska last fall to work for 6 weeks. Literally all the hours I could work. I made hundreds of hours of double time. It was a one time sacrifice I chose to make to put my family in a better situation. I wouldn't be willing to work out of town full time though. That's for single guys.