Generic wrote:I often feel like people in this country whose work is the most valuable—like teachers, social workers, medical staff—are given the the most work with the least commensurate pay.
This may sound strange, but I'm happy it's like this.
1. It attracts people that are genuinely interested in helping people.
2. Money changes people quite often. I believe it's better to remain humble.
3. If you are the type of person that is most happy when you can help people and make a difference, why ruin that wonderful trait with money?
I've never met a teacher or nurse that is not living a comfortable lifestyle. They're not driving expensive cars nor living in a mansion, but they have the things they want and generally seem quite content.
As far as my work life. I own my company, so I pretty much just do what I want. It's 9:41 here in Cali right now. I'm sitting here only wearing a pair of Billabong shorts, eating a plate of fresh fruit with strawberry yogurt on it and typing this braggy sounding (not intentionally, I just like my life) post. I have a few appointments later with customers and need to pick up the days deposits and get them to the bank before 4:00pm. My biggest concern on the daily is making sure I generate new business/cash flow and make sure payroll is met. After I hit my numbers for the month, I can RELAX relax. For instance, this month started with a bang and it's only the 9th and we're booked. In February I didn't hit my numbers until the 27th and I was mildly panicked all month that I'd have to dip into my WC, which would throw off the interest drawing numbers that are projected and thus changing how much I bonus myself. First world problems.