[cstreit]

With the economy going South your, um, friend should aim for the job that is most valuable to the company. If the current position is directly related to bringing in revenue, then he should stay in it, particularly if he's happy. New managment members are often the first guys out the door..

However if the new position brings him closer to the revenue, and brings needed excitement, go for it! Keep in mind that you can't go back, so if the promo sucks, he's got to leave the company to get that job back.