The initial response to the terrorists attacks for many people was a reevaluation of choices related to jobs, family, and career success. In some cases, this led to a rethinking of career paths, cutting back on grueling schedules, and deciding to pursue work that might pay less but seem more meaningful for instance, in California, young workers who once talked of dot-com millions are now asking "ls it worth it?" Some employees appear less concerned about putting in race time, making deadlines, and getting on the fast track.