The better career choice depends mainly on your circumstances and long-term goals. If you’re a breadwinner looking to build a stable career, a stable position in the government will give you job security. In the private sector, job stability depends on the industry and how valuable an employee is as an asset to the company. For instance, the career growth rate in the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry is fast, but companies letting go of employees is a common reality. If you prefer a more dynamic work environment that offers better opportunities for career advancement, choose the private sector. However, suppose you feel that your calling is in public service. In that case, you’ll get more fulfillment from working in the government because it will allow you to impact the lives of millions of Filipinos directly. That is if you’re willing to put up with the negative aspects of working for the government in exchange for the positive ones. Before you choose your career path, consider the pros and cons of employment in the government versus the private sector. In the end, regardless of where you work, what matters more is the satisfaction you get from your job and the ability to deliver what is expected of you.