Originally Posted by Bzzt

And commuting half way across the country missing most of my family's lives, don't forget that very real downside to this job.

Also because you're only getting paid ~80 a month you have to cut your hourly wage in half to figure out what you're making at a normal job. Most big box stores offer good opportunities for advancement and competitive benefits packages, there really is no reason to work for a regional other than the hope that eventually you'll move on.

So yes, I'd rather sleep in my own bed every night making the same amount I do now.