Why do most people think it's a bad idea to leave a civil service (government) job in favor of private sector?

even when the pay is so much better and there's more "creative input" and flexibility.

The job security is obvious but if someone is talented, it shouldn't be a problem surviving in private sector.

The retirement package is okay (some better than others) but a person can save for retirement WITHOUT working for the government for most of their life.

I work for the county. The pay sucks, the red tape and inflexibility is mind-numbing and I yearn to go back into the private sector. Am I crazy for considering it. (The private sector--I worked for attorneys--was a bit fickle and not very secure)

But I don't see the big, huge benefit of staying in the county for the rest of my life.

Let me disagree with your view !!. The talented younger generation wish to accept challenges and in that process they earn more money, which will compensate for the so called pension in the Government sector.

In today's news paper i read a news that an young IPS officer has opted for a private job in which his salary is ten fold !!

They want security, and if that is why and what they value, they're probably right to stay. All others should exit pronto.

I would disagree most people think govt work is the place to be.

Govt jobs are like a stone tied to your leg......it may give you a solid base..uuh... but it will no allow you to soar any higher. Throw away the stone and be free. Ship are safer at harbours but thats not what they are made for............hope you kick the govt job for something more fulfilling and paying too.