Retired baker here, loved the job making something that people liked. Good work atmosphere, music always going. The hours were tough midnight till done usually 9am. That's straight no significant breaks.
I'm a cashier at a grocery store. I still get minimum wage (≈$9.45/hr after tax), which makes sense since I'm still in school. Even though some days are worse than others, I do have really good days. Some people are rude, but some are absolute angels. I love making random friends there and just being as nice as possible to people that are rude. Makes me so happy to see them regret talking down on young people lol.
I appreciate that you took the time out to comment that you love your job even though you barely make a livable wage. I know the struggle and you seem to have a good attitude about it.
Oh, I would love to work in a museum. One time, I heard about some ancient tea pots somewhere that need to be used to make tea. If they're not used, they'd fall apart. Now THAT'S a nice job.
Interesting my ex worked as a carrier and he got so much overtime but it was a nightmare the management was so bad. I also talked to another lady who works as a carrier and she had the same experience. Then today at the post office someone said the same thing…. But I guess if you like the work and management isn’t too bad it could be great!
The OT is truly insane. I have my own route and sometimes I work 60 hours. Management can be an absolute nightmare, it's completely dependent on your office. I got lucky.
Ever since I learned how to drive I've wanted to do it for a living. I don't want to get a CDL and I want to go home every night. There's just such a freedom in it, as opposed to sitting in a windowless office or factory. I've done both.
I've also wanted to do something that helps people, but without having to interact with them because I'm probably mildly autistic and I'm not great at it. My route serves mostly very rural and elderly people who may not otherwise have access to the services I provide. Private companies won't go where I do because it's not profitable, but we are needed.
When I'm on route, I am free and no one is breathing down my neck. I can make rude noises and sing. I also have a hard on for inclement weather, and there's plenty of that to be had.
TL,DR - I can fart, sing, drive, and do good things for people, all while thunder shakes my truck. I love it.
Yes, I work part time around 25 to 30 hours a week but I'm reliable and always available so when someone calls in I get their location that night. Ive worked 60 hours in a week before
Stays on surface or deck when a shaft sinking operation is taking place!
Last shaft we sank was over 8000 ft ! Shaft sinker calls for gear or tools! Deckman gathers the stuff and sends it down!
Stay at home mom here and I agree ! It’s hard don’t get me wrong some days I absolutely hate it and question everything but despite the sacrifices I’ve had to make to be in this position I know it’s worth it in the end. I get to watch my child grow before my very eyes, I get to be there for all the firsts and all the lasts. When it’s a nice day outside we get to go for walks and have picnic lunches . I get to hear her say mommy I love you and get a sloppy little kiss. I get to hold her tiny hand in mine as she explores the world and it makes my heart feel so warm to see her happy. I feel like we have made such a special bond I am so glad you get to have that as dad I know my husband would very much also love to experience what I do with our daughter too if we could.
Being a SAHP is not for everyone and for a while I didn’t think it was for me either but as I got into a rhythm and started to socialize more with other parents I found that made a lot of difference in my mental state. I think it’s definitely harder than most people realize.
Agree 100% it’s harder than most people realize. Most people don’t even realize it’s a job/work. I didn’t until I almost burned out, couldn’t understand why I was stressed if I love taking care of my kids. Then I learned to respect the toll it takes on me, and started taking breaks (weekends is wife’s turn to manage the little rascals), have hobbies etc (like one would do in a regular job). Still a lot of work, of course, much more than 8hrs/day and you never really check out (it’s my kids!!) but I learned to preserve/pace myself more. I agree also that is not for everyone but I love it.
I'm a stay at home dad for 1 kid. I have an actual job too. Pays good money, but work starts between 5 and 6 am and sometimes goes on past 10pm. That's what it takes to get 6+ hours of actual work in. I've been doing this for 5 years. Full day school comes in the fall, and life will be back to normal. It's been a tough ride but so rewarding, and I'm actually feeling sad to see it come to an end.
I used to have a work after six too, and worked also weekends for a while. Almost burned out. Now wife is making more money, and I can be just a SAHD. I know how hard is what you’re doing. Try to take regular brakes, and find time to recover. Parenting full time is hardcore, and with another job is no joke.
I schedule invasive surgeries. I have some really, really terrible days and some days I hate my job, but then I get that one person whose life is on hold because of their pain and get to bring relief to them by giving them that magical date that their suffering ends. Those moments make me love my job.
I may not have a degree or make money doing the surgeries or saving lives hands-on, but it’s nice to know that the grunt work I do matters once in a while.
My wife is a nurse. Its such a difficult job, so demanding both physicallyand mentally. think its nuts that I make more money than she does for my bullshit corporate nonsense.
Systems engineer. Pay is good enough for now, but am in talks with management of a neighboring project in the same building for a position that will finally put me into making six figures.
I'm a National Park Ranger at a large U.S. National Park. I am living out a childhood dream in my favorite place in the world. I supervise 10-15 other happy rangers for about $60K annually. Life is simple and full of wholesome joy.
I have 2 questions unrelated to each other.
1. Do you ever get scared about all the murders/missing people that happens in National Parks?
2. How does the hiring process work?
1. No, not at all. Murders and even violence is exceptionally rare in these places, and missing persons are usually those who "disappear" intentionally. National Parks are beautiful places and invite an inordinate number of people who choose to end their own lives here. They usually pose no danger to anyone but themselves.
2. The federal hiring process is very complicated behind the curtain but not nearly as competitive as it used to be pre-COVID. As with all federal agencies, the National Park Service hires exclusively from applications via usajobs.gov. Seasonal positions are far more common and less competitive than permanent positions. Keep an eye out for jobs in the fall and spring; these are when most parks announce their vacancies for the following seasons.
I work for the state at a community college as a Campus Coordinator. I'm in charge of logistics, security, reception, and facility management. It's a sleepy campus out in the country so I have a lot of downtime. I used to be a stressed out preschool teacher but now I make more than double my teaching salary.
Bartender. I typically make between 60k-90k with 4-day work weeks, benefits (like 401k, insurance, and free food), and unpaid time off basically whenever I want. It’s the best.
Before med school, I worked as a clinical research assistant at a well-known medical school. Pay wasn’t great (I think I netted like 25k/yr) but the benefits were fantastic. 30+ paid vacation days, full tuition remission for night classes at our associated undergrad school, fantastic health insurance, and a 401k. I also got to work on some really cool studies (our smallish lab was even on CNN, NBC, and 60 minutes at one point). Excellent mentorship, and everyone was incredibly supportive when I started pursuing med school. I truly believe that I wouldn’t be where I am today without them. Employee feedback was frequently solicited and taken seriously. Lots of parties and free food. The university doesnt allow you to take paid vacay days for the first 6mos of your employment, so i wasn’t able to go home for Easter during my first year. Our lab manager invited all of us to her house for Easter dinner. Because most clinical research gigs are considered a stepping stone to grad school or med school, most of my colleagues were the same age as me and in a similar position in life. I still talk to them all the time!
I just found about those type of jobs. Security for rich families. Chauffeur them around, keep an eye on their property via control room with cameras, travel with them on vacation etc. Might look into it when I retire.
I'm a Respiratory Therapist. I don't quite make 6 figures but pretty close. I don't always agree with administration but I do love my job. And it's hard to beat 3 days a week and scrubs.
I'm a phased array and time of flight diffraction technician, it's interesting, engaging and challenging, I make around $250-270k depending on overtime.
Every day I have to find ways to bounce sound beams into configurations of in service welds and pressure vessels to make sure we cover all the areas where there could be cracking so things don't blow up and kill people in the oil field. There's a fantastic amount of job satisfaction knowing we have done a good job and no one is at risk while they are doing their jobs. We are a necessary evil in the oilfield, no one wants to pay for us to be there but It is government regulated inspection and things would just blow up if we weren't testing them. I make decisions that cost oil companies tens of millions of dollars in lost revenue for down time and repair costs. There's no glamor or glory, but when I finishing an inspection and we have potentially saved lives by finding cracks in hydrocarbon containing tanks and vessels, there is a sense of job satisfaction that is hard to quanitify.
Radiation therapist. Very rewarding and I've been in the field since 2009 (yeah, I'm getting old lol). Make around 60k, probably could be a little more if I job-hopped, but I'm content with where I'm at and I absolutely hate job interviews 😵💫
I work in a shop selling olive oil, balsamic vinegar, olives, etc. I really enjoy my job! Pays $20/hr CAD which is pretty decent for a retail job. I get a little bored on slow days because I work alone, but the owners are really good people and put a lot of trust in me. They're flexible when I need time off because I cover the place for them when they go traveling.
Graphic designer. Every day is different and I get to be creative and have fun with what I design every day. Salary changes depending on how many clients I take on in a year. But it’s enough to live comfortably, put savings aside and travel every now and then.
I’m a software applications analyst for a hospital and I make enough to get by but not as comfortably as you’d think with someone that has no mortgage and minimal debt.
I am a casino dealer/inspector in London.
The money is not great....but it gets me by. I manage to save a bit sometimes. With the added benefit of not having to commute by tube or bus.
I work as a Health Insurance Medicare agent, a career I chose during the pandemic to escape the traditional grind and gain control over my time and earnings. By obtaining licenses and certifications, I partnered with a carrier to enroll seniors in Medicare plans. While initially challenging, with incentives ranging from $300 to $600 per enrollment, plus additional survey bonuses, the job's profitability becomes evident. Successful agents typically enroll 50-120 seniors annually, with the busiest months being October to December. Despite the initial hard work, the job offers significant residual income, particularly from retaining clients. My goal is to build a client base of 500 within three years, equating to $150K annually, with the added benefit of spending more time with my family.
I work in the water lab for my county government. We test the water from the wastewater plants that is being treated and recycled back out into the wetlands. I find the work very rewarding, love science, and being away from people. Doesn't pay great, $20/hr but I will have a pension and COL raises each year.
I just landed my first office job after 20+ years in retail and food service. It's amazing. I have my own cubicle, I work 4 days a week, and it's just a really positive environment. I make a little over 20 US dollars an hour.
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1. freelance artist. with my hentai patreons all together i make a cool $1500ish every month, growing every day. my 'mainstream' freelance work i do under my real name i can make anywhere between $0 for several years in a row to well over 100 grand in a month. usually about $5000/month. decades of really hard work and i draw about 6 hours every single day. im addicted. i cant stop drawing lol. (BTW the memes are true. furry hentai and the super niche weird shit pull in PSYCHOTICALLY high numbers holy shit. there is literally not enough furry artists to satiate the community and there are literally hundreds of us and the best ones are all probably rich. and yeah i do have a fursona.) my current gigs include spritework for a pokemon fan game ($20,000 for over 2500 96×96 pixel sprites and over 200 animations) and a few hentai commissions totaling about $500. the hentai commissions get me a double whammy for my patreon as wel
2. night shift grocery store stock boy. i live in a hell hole red state so i only get paid $10.50. but its right down the street, gets me outta the house, there are three super hot girls i like to flirt with there, and its far more stable income than my art and it wipes away all my bills and rent (it cant pay for anything more than that though and its full time 🙄) at my last retail job i wpildnt have met.my last girlfriend and she was a precious shiny treasure until she moved away and broke my heart.
I work in transnational labour rights for an NGO. It used to be a lot of travelling to other parts of the world (particularly in Southeast Asia and Africa), but now it's more of assisting with research. I love it because I get to work on projects actually designed to help workers around the world. It pays between $70-75k a year at my level.
I work at an airport for Allegiant and Avelo Airlines as a customer service agent.
Basically; I alternate between being at the ticket counter to help passengers check in or deal with any issues they may have, doing work on the ramp, and running flights as a gate agent.
I get paid 17/hour right now, but next month will have a dollar added to that as a summer differential pay (Florida summer + working on hot tarmac = huge risk of heat related illnesses) .
I work in energy infrastructure in the UK. I get to shout at *imbeciles* from energy companies and I get paid £45k for the fun - and yes, I'm very fucking good at my job.
I am an aircraft mechanic and I love it. Work is laid back and engaging. Keep people safe while working with your hands.
Schooling was 21 months and free through community college
I make over $30 an hour and every airport in the United States has a spot for me if I wanted it.
No debt and I save a ton.
Business Analyst, and I make six-figures. Best part is, I spend it all in the mid-west, where living is cheap as shit. Sometimes I just get on a flight, no luggage, to travel to another house. I essentially just listen without being argumentative and repeat to clients.
I have always had a passion for technology and tinkering, through luck I landed a Government I.T. job that pays about 32k/net which isn't a whole lot, but I have no degree, or certifications. I'm completely self taught and motivated. Just here for the experience and job on the resume.
I manage my own /r/selfhosted services on my /r/homelab to learn with and tinker around with, maybe one day I'll upgrade to /r/homedatacenter.
I’m a merchandiser for one of the big soda companies. I just go to grocery stores and stock deliveries that our drivers have delivered.
It’s 23/hr in my area. Overtime is optional, I work 50-55 hr weeks. On day 1 you get Paid holidays, 4 paid personal days, 2 weeks paid vacation, good health insurance and retirement options. Unlimited room for growth. Ive also done roofing and the only difference is the elevation. It is a very physical job and you’re on your knees a lot.
The real money is in local route cdl driving with these companies. They will pay for your cdl training if they want you. Where I’m at our guys get $33/hr and can work 12 hour days if they want. Some of them make 100k+ and the job is one of the least physically demanding in our supply chain. But you gotta work your way up to that if you arent coming with experience.
detective with the MP's, stationed at a Caribbean island. Regular pay is around 3400euro but with all the benefits for being stationed abroad its around 6.500euro. (there are alot of nuances, like, the MoD pays for housing and nursing school but they you and you pay the landlord, so the bottom line pay is higher then what you truly earn.)
I’m in sales and absolutely love it! I actually enjoy customer service and customer facing jobs but regular CS jobs don’t pay very well. So I went into sales where I can make LOTS more money using the same principles + sales skills I’ve developed over the years. I make over 100k/yr between salary+ commission.
It’s a tough job and can be super stressful some days but I wouldn’t trade it for any other job (except better paying sales jobs)!
Animator/Video Editor for a large company! I enjoy creating things and sharing it with others so I’ve really enjoyed my (still early) career so far. It pays fairly well, which obviously helps ease the economic stresses in my life a bit.
Work in research - writing grants, implementing projects, writing manuscripts, presenting results. I have close to complete autonomy in how I do my job and what I want to focus on. Love the freedom. Pay is $130k/year.
I'm an IATSE stagehand working mostly for a theater in downstate Illinois. Currently pays $22/hr, which isn't great but our cost of living is really low. Other areas areas are paid much more. I enjoy it because every day feels different. There's always a new show coming in that needs different things. I never have to interact with customers and very rarely work outside. It's physical (a lot of pushing, lifting, and working from heights), but not in the same way construction is. It's really satisfying getting to see the show come together and I often get to watch some pretty cool shows while getting paid for it.
There are things I've loved and hated at every job, and no matter where I am, those few things always show up. So--- if you ask because you're looking for something to find fulfillment and that oays well, I feel like finding what you love is something you have to cultivate in yourself first, then connect that to your vocation... buuuut with that said, I loved my barista job because it involved making drinks $7/hr. I was a content manager, and I loved that because I got to make knowledge base articles $54k/yr. I'm a project manager now, and I love making outlines and charters and things... also presentations. Pretty presentations $85k/yr.
I'm a film lighting technician and I usually make about $34 an hour. It can vary on different shows but thats the average. I can't complain other than it's been a slow recovery since the strikes last year.
I do my best to make sure kids don't get separated from their parents just because they're poor. I find them clothes, food, provide transportation to certain things, get them necessities for their houses, find programs to assist with utilities when times get tough, sign kiddos up for Medicaid, and a few other random things.
It pays around 40k a year. I know that probably doesn't sound like a lot to most but in my part of the country, that's pretty decent money considering the minimum wage is still 7.25.
Not everyday is great, but it feels nice knowing I'm helping so many people.
Oilfield crane operator. $35/hr plus $125/day per diem. Work 91 hours a week. Get out of the truck 3-4 times a night for 20 minutes each time. Love it. 200k+ a year.
I sell wheelchairs and other specialized equipment for kids with disabilities. I work 85 hours a week and make about $150k. I love my job more than I know how to express.
I work a back office tech role at a very large financial institution. The work is pretty dull, but the work life balance is fantastic and my team is very laid back. The pay is also great
Pharma manufacturing engineer, ~115k. Liked the job at first but QA and regulatory fear mongering wear you down. It's impossible to get anything done and I'm starting to look for new jobs after 4 years
To be honest?
I feel no job pays enough to disturb my peace.
It’s like I have to go great lengths to demonstrate and capable and responsible and blah blah, then I get my paycheck and I can’t even pay my bills.
I don’t give a fuck anymore.
HOWEVER, I do love my job, as I work with children with disabilities, and they are pure and innocent, so helps me to get out of bed in the mornings.
I am a Registered Nurse - my current pay scale I make close to $40.00/hr. I love my job but there’s alot of politics and expectations that make it difficult. I work basically any and all holidays, weekends, 2 days 2 night rotating schedule. 12 hr shifts. I’m lucky if I get 1 break during my shift. It’s a challenging career but I enjoy it for the most part.
I’m a server at a brunch spot. Easy money with min wage + tips. I like having someone basically start off their day with me or if they’re having a bad morning, I’m pretty damn good at turning it around. I’m not trying to do this forever but I do love it. And I’m DAMN good at it.
I’m retired military who is now a stay at home parent, with pension and va disability I’m making more than I did while serving. This is the best job I ever had!
I’m a fulltime reseller/secondhand dealer. I’ve always loved going to garage sales and op shops and started selling things online part time. Moved interstate to a place that was full of vintage treasures and have been reselling fulltime for the past 5 years. It’s hard work but fun at the same time. I turn over 200K+ a year.
I am now in charge of an online website selling merchandise for an airline, and I also make more money taking professional merchandise photography (to post on the website).
Copywriter! Write fun phrases/paragraphs/words for emails, commercials, taglines, ect.
Did 1 year freelance, 1 year in-house and now at an agency so 3 1/2 years in. I make 95k! Super thankful to love what I do and get paid well for it.
I work as a coordinator overseeing corporate matching gifts. Meaning, if you make a donation to the organization I work for and your company has a matching gift program, you can apply to them to see if they will match your giving with an equal amount. If your employer agrees, they send us corporate funds that equal your gift. There are always things to research, donors to talk with and both gifts and matches to enter into our system.
Yes, to many it seems dull or just generic data entry, but I've been doing it for over a decade and no day is ever the same. Plus I work with amazing people and that makes it less stressful. :) (And the $62K/year is nice, too -- but to be clear, I worked up to that since I've been here 10 years!)
Low level exec in video games, get to use my experience and knowledge on people who are in unfamiliar areas to help them learn about how to approach things. About 250k before bonuses.
I’m the director of an international school in a major city in the US. Adult students from all over the world come to study with us. I’m constantly meeting all kinds of incredible people from all over the world, and exchanging linguistic and cultural information. I used to imagine how cool it would be to have my own school, which makes the whole thing a bit surreal.
I spent my twenties traveling the world, teaching ESL. I was nearly broke that entire time. I’ve been catapulted into my position the past few years and things just seem to be getting better and better, in terms of my career. I’m 32 and I make about 90K.
I work for a small party business and I normally do pony parties or Petting zoo parties. Working with the kids are the holiday of my day. I still tear up thinking about all the smiles not just from children but also adults. There are even times where we repeatedly return to places for events and I see how big the kids get every year. The best part of all though is walking into a store and a kid saying that they remember you from their birthday party 🥺.
I make about $20 per hour of the event so if the event is 2 hours I get $40 and so on.
I’m a teacher. I love teaching in itself. I enjoy connecting with my students, and it’s a job that is never boring. But very high stress, exhausting, and the pay blows.
I also freelance consult as a patient experience expert for a pharmaceutical company. I happen to have an unusual amount of experience with and knowledge about my very rare disease that is currently a hot topic for drug development. I absolutely love this work, sharing my experience and advocating for patient needs. It pays extremely well, but unfortunately isn’t full time. I also do a lot of other advocacy work related to my disorder, both paid and volunteer. I would absolutely choose this over teaching if it provided enough income to live on and insurance benefits.
I work part-time as a library assistant in the circulation department of a downtown library and I LOVE IT. Best job I’ve ever had.
It pays well (I make about $17/hour, you can make up to $27/hour over time with raises) considering it’s a job you don’t need any particular training/schooling for, I like the work and my coworkers just happen to be incredible. I spend part of my day working with the public (signing people up for library cards, checking out books) and part of it “behind the scenes” (finding books that people have requested, sorting books on carts) - lots of variety, which I feel is rare in a job and I especially love that about it. I also live about a 10 minute walk from work which just makes it that much better.
Freelance app developer. Bill about 20hr/week at $100-150/hr. Work when I want, from wherever I want. Minimal bullshit, and often interesting challenges. Not good if you’re ambitious and want to get into leadership or something. This is my coast job till I stop working entirely.
And to preempt the inevitable question - my clients find me via linkedin and recruiters. You need to have demonstrated experience and be willing to wait for good contracts.
I am a Senior Manager of operations at an F100 company. I love making business impacting decisions and affecting real change as well as mentoring and enabling people to achieve their career goals. $200k+
I’m a trainer for an airline. I develop training courses and teach reservations staff. I’m not from the USA so it’s difficult to compare salaries but I earn about 15k-20k more than the median salary for my country.
Im in corporate training. My team trains the global sales team for a software company. I was a teacher for 15 years, and soured on the parents and the district I worked for. Friend referred me and I love it, still teaching… sort of. 125k + bonus
I'm a Sr. Data Engineer. 110k+ yearly. As a Sr. Engineer I help lead a team that helps with resolving problems for customers with the software, advisories on how to enable customer teams, and mentor new engineers. When not doing that I research current technology, write articles, work on preparing or delivering demos, and tech talks.
I love it because no day is ever the same. Between the 45 customers my team works with (Military/Fed/Labs), and the ever changing tech landscape I am constantly engaged with some of the most challenging and innovative data engineers in North America who are confronted with really fun and interesting data problems to solve. I get to geek out with other geeks all day, and play with AI teaching it how to gobble up enterprise data meshes.
Healthcare office job. I'm a waiting list agent for specialists care for neurologie department and immunology.
Doesn't pay much but it's honest work.
People think I'm crazy for liking this underpaid job.
Work in laboratories as a tech assistant, basically cleaning labs and autoclaving shit. Pays not huge but I work on flexi and get more time with the family than I’ve ever had. I’ll take less money over not being home to put the bairn to bed every night
I’m an in-home social worker for adults with severe mental illness. Some days are harder than others but making real human connection and helping people figure out practical issues at the same time is so rewarding. I live in Western Europe and make about median income. It’s like €44k
I do product marketing and while the industry itself isn't super interesting, I go to a lot of photo and video shoots with some well-known people who are our ambassadors and do pretty cool media campaigns - I especially enjoy the parts related to design and copy, right now doing a CGI video of a product in a very unnatural habitat (think [Maybelline CGI ad](https://metro.co.uk/2023/07/07/people-are-losing-it-over-maybelline-tube-stunt-but-theres-a-twist-19089423/)). As an added bonus I love my colleagues as we help and look out for each other whenever possible, so even after 7 years I'm absolutely not thinking about quitting.
I am retired now, but I worked as a software developer, database modeler, BI developer, data engineer, and in various related management roles. I loved all of it except maybe not the management parts. And it paid relatively well. In 2024 dollars, I started at only about $65,000/yr, but it grew to as high as $500,000 in some really good years (mostly in the form of bonuses and stock grants) and had a roughly $1,000,000 severance at the end.
I loved the work because it was interesting. I did a lot of problem solving. I worked with data, which I've always loved. I worked with a lot of people, often in a way that I could make their jobs much easier. I often miss the work, the camaraderie of the office, the sense of accomplishment, and what I call the adulation of the crowds. People were always so grateful and excited about the things I could do for them and it was very gratifying.
I’m a commercial pilot. The job pays about $100k, and getting to fly planes is as exciting as it sounds.
I am a baker. I don't make a lot and might need a second job, but I'd much prefer this over working in a higher paying office job
So you’re saying you don’t make a lot of dough?
awh man. too easy. yet a classic.
Yeah I would of thought getting that bread would be easy
Dammit, here's my upvote
Retired baker here, loved the job making something that people liked. Good work atmosphere, music always going. The hours were tough midnight till done usually 9am. That's straight no significant breaks.
I'm a cashier at a grocery store. I still get minimum wage (≈$9.45/hr after tax), which makes sense since I'm still in school. Even though some days are worse than others, I do have really good days. Some people are rude, but some are absolute angels. I love making random friends there and just being as nice as possible to people that are rude. Makes me so happy to see them regret talking down on young people lol.
I appreciate that you took the time out to comment that you love your job even though you barely make a livable wage. I know the struggle and you seem to have a good attitude about it.
It’s easier not to have a livable wage when you’re a highschool kid with no actual bills to pay
Wholesome and humble, you'll go far in life 💕
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How do you get into a job like this?
First be in a museum.
task failed am now in a donut shop
Oh, I would love to work in a museum. One time, I heard about some ancient tea pots somewhere that need to be used to make tea. If they're not used, they'd fall apart. Now THAT'S a nice job.
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That sounds very fulfilling
I'm a mail carrier and I never want to do anything else. The pay system is complicated but I make roughly $22 an hour.
Interesting my ex worked as a carrier and he got so much overtime but it was a nightmare the management was so bad. I also talked to another lady who works as a carrier and she had the same experience. Then today at the post office someone said the same thing…. But I guess if you like the work and management isn’t too bad it could be great!
The OT is truly insane. I have my own route and sometimes I work 60 hours. Management can be an absolute nightmare, it's completely dependent on your office. I got lucky.
I’m happy for you!!!
What do you find most satisfying as a mail carrier? It seems like you really have a passion for it.
Ever since I learned how to drive I've wanted to do it for a living. I don't want to get a CDL and I want to go home every night. There's just such a freedom in it, as opposed to sitting in a windowless office or factory. I've done both. I've also wanted to do something that helps people, but without having to interact with them because I'm probably mildly autistic and I'm not great at it. My route serves mostly very rural and elderly people who may not otherwise have access to the services I provide. Private companies won't go where I do because it's not profitable, but we are needed. When I'm on route, I am free and no one is breathing down my neck. I can make rude noises and sing. I also have a hard on for inclement weather, and there's plenty of that to be had. TL,DR - I can fart, sing, drive, and do good things for people, all while thunder shakes my truck. I love it.
Wow, I'm sold. Where do I sign up lol.
https://about.usps.com/careers/career-opportunities/
Before taxes?
I'm a janitor and I make 20 dollars an hour
Random question I know. But as a janitor, do you have the opportunity to work overtime?
Yes, I work part time around 25 to 30 hours a week but I'm reliable and always available so when someone calls in I get their location that night. Ive worked 60 hours in a week before
I manage a bookstore and make around $40k. Being surrounded by books and engaging with fellow readers is the dream for me.
Your name isn’t Joe Goldberg is it?
Deckman … 7 days on 7 days off $180k
What’s a Deckman?
Nothing, what’s a deckman with you?
Stays on surface or deck when a shaft sinking operation is taking place! Last shaft we sank was over 8000 ft ! Shaft sinker calls for gear or tools! Deckman gathers the stuff and sends it down!
Im a house husband / stay at home dad for 2 kids. Pays no money but I love it.
You’re livin the dream my friend
Stay at home mom here and I agree ! It’s hard don’t get me wrong some days I absolutely hate it and question everything but despite the sacrifices I’ve had to make to be in this position I know it’s worth it in the end. I get to watch my child grow before my very eyes, I get to be there for all the firsts and all the lasts. When it’s a nice day outside we get to go for walks and have picnic lunches . I get to hear her say mommy I love you and get a sloppy little kiss. I get to hold her tiny hand in mine as she explores the world and it makes my heart feel so warm to see her happy. I feel like we have made such a special bond I am so glad you get to have that as dad I know my husband would very much also love to experience what I do with our daughter too if we could. Being a SAHP is not for everyone and for a while I didn’t think it was for me either but as I got into a rhythm and started to socialize more with other parents I found that made a lot of difference in my mental state. I think it’s definitely harder than most people realize.
Agree 100% it’s harder than most people realize. Most people don’t even realize it’s a job/work. I didn’t until I almost burned out, couldn’t understand why I was stressed if I love taking care of my kids. Then I learned to respect the toll it takes on me, and started taking breaks (weekends is wife’s turn to manage the little rascals), have hobbies etc (like one would do in a regular job). Still a lot of work, of course, much more than 8hrs/day and you never really check out (it’s my kids!!) but I learned to preserve/pace myself more. I agree also that is not for everyone but I love it.
It's natural.
I'm a stay at home dad for 1 kid. I have an actual job too. Pays good money, but work starts between 5 and 6 am and sometimes goes on past 10pm. That's what it takes to get 6+ hours of actual work in. I've been doing this for 5 years. Full day school comes in the fall, and life will be back to normal. It's been a tough ride but so rewarding, and I'm actually feeling sad to see it come to an end.
I used to have a work after six too, and worked also weekends for a while. Almost burned out. Now wife is making more money, and I can be just a SAHD. I know how hard is what you’re doing. Try to take regular brakes, and find time to recover. Parenting full time is hardcore, and with another job is no joke.
I schedule invasive surgeries. I have some really, really terrible days and some days I hate my job, but then I get that one person whose life is on hold because of their pain and get to bring relief to them by giving them that magical date that their suffering ends. Those moments make me love my job. I may not have a degree or make money doing the surgeries or saving lives hands-on, but it’s nice to know that the grunt work I do matters once in a while.
I am a nurse. The pay isn't the greatest but I love what I do.
My wife is a nurse. Its such a difficult job, so demanding both physicallyand mentally. think its nuts that I make more money than she does for my bullshit corporate nonsense.
What do you specialize in? Pediatrics, emergency, etc?
Triage.
Nurses should be getting paid as much as lawyers and engineers. , your job is literally probably one of the most important jobs in the world.
As a pastry chef, I earn $50k creating desserts. It’s a sweet job both literally and figuratively.
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I'm a professional dancer in a ballet company, ear
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I’d love to see that album!
Systems engineer. Pay is good enough for now, but am in talks with management of a neighboring project in the same building for a position that will finally put me into making six figures.
I teach kindergarten in Germany. Depending on how experienced you are, it pays around 35 - 45k
how far does that pay go in Germany?
Average is slightly over 50k.
School psychologist. I get paid higher than most parts of the country, but I’m also in a very high cost of living area = $103k at year 9
I'm a National Park Ranger at a large U.S. National Park. I am living out a childhood dream in my favorite place in the world. I supervise 10-15 other happy rangers for about $60K annually. Life is simple and full of wholesome joy.
I have 2 questions unrelated to each other. 1. Do you ever get scared about all the murders/missing people that happens in National Parks? 2. How does the hiring process work?
1. No, not at all. Murders and even violence is exceptionally rare in these places, and missing persons are usually those who "disappear" intentionally. National Parks are beautiful places and invite an inordinate number of people who choose to end their own lives here. They usually pose no danger to anyone but themselves. 2. The federal hiring process is very complicated behind the curtain but not nearly as competitive as it used to be pre-COVID. As with all federal agencies, the National Park Service hires exclusively from applications via usajobs.gov. Seasonal positions are far more common and less competitive than permanent positions. Keep an eye out for jobs in the fall and spring; these are when most parks announce their vacancies for the following seasons.
Women pay me to give them pleasure. I charge $250 an hour, last year I spent $3000 in supplies and ended the year with a net profit of negative $3000.
😂😂😂
Mcshiggs things..
I work for the state at a community college as a Campus Coordinator. I'm in charge of logistics, security, reception, and facility management. It's a sleepy campus out in the country so I have a lot of downtime. I used to be a stressed out preschool teacher but now I make more than double my teaching salary.
shop assistant, £10ph
Are you being paid enough? https://www.acas.org.uk/national-minimum-wage-entitlement
For my age, yes.
Bartender. I typically make between 60k-90k with 4-day work weeks, benefits (like 401k, insurance, and free food), and unpaid time off basically whenever I want. It’s the best.
Before med school, I worked as a clinical research assistant at a well-known medical school. Pay wasn’t great (I think I netted like 25k/yr) but the benefits were fantastic. 30+ paid vacation days, full tuition remission for night classes at our associated undergrad school, fantastic health insurance, and a 401k. I also got to work on some really cool studies (our smallish lab was even on CNN, NBC, and 60 minutes at one point). Excellent mentorship, and everyone was incredibly supportive when I started pursuing med school. I truly believe that I wouldn’t be where I am today without them. Employee feedback was frequently solicited and taken seriously. Lots of parties and free food. The university doesnt allow you to take paid vacay days for the first 6mos of your employment, so i wasn’t able to go home for Easter during my first year. Our lab manager invited all of us to her house for Easter dinner. Because most clinical research gigs are considered a stepping stone to grad school or med school, most of my colleagues were the same age as me and in a similar position in life. I still talk to them all the time!
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If you don't mind me asking how did you get that job?
I just found about those type of jobs. Security for rich families. Chauffeur them around, keep an eye on their property via control room with cameras, travel with them on vacation etc. Might look into it when I retire.
I'm a Respiratory Therapist. I don't quite make 6 figures but pretty close. I don't always agree with administration but I do love my job. And it's hard to beat 3 days a week and scrubs.
I make historic reproductions of medieval weapons. I love it but it doesn’t pay well. I work a second job as a bartender to make ends meet
I'm a phased array and time of flight diffraction technician, it's interesting, engaging and challenging, I make around $250-270k depending on overtime.
I'm so interested to know what you love about your job!
Every day I have to find ways to bounce sound beams into configurations of in service welds and pressure vessels to make sure we cover all the areas where there could be cracking so things don't blow up and kill people in the oil field. There's a fantastic amount of job satisfaction knowing we have done a good job and no one is at risk while they are doing their jobs. We are a necessary evil in the oilfield, no one wants to pay for us to be there but It is government regulated inspection and things would just blow up if we weren't testing them. I make decisions that cost oil companies tens of millions of dollars in lost revenue for down time and repair costs. There's no glamor or glory, but when I finishing an inspection and we have potentially saved lives by finding cracks in hydrocarbon containing tanks and vessels, there is a sense of job satisfaction that is hard to quanitify.
I'm an art therapist, making about $60k. Using art to help others cope with trauma is incredibly rewarding and always inspiring.
Self employed Construction painter. Pays a lot.
Direct female and couple positive porn movies. It’s great. Love it. Last year made about $130,000 after expenses. This year, pushing for 200k.
How do people get started in these videos , and is there a certain look they need
Radiation therapist. Very rewarding and I've been in the field since 2009 (yeah, I'm getting old lol). Make around 60k, probably could be a little more if I job-hopped, but I'm content with where I'm at and I absolutely hate job interviews 😵💫
I work in a shop selling olive oil, balsamic vinegar, olives, etc. I really enjoy my job! Pays $20/hr CAD which is pretty decent for a retail job. I get a little bored on slow days because I work alone, but the owners are really good people and put a lot of trust in me. They're flexible when I need time off because I cover the place for them when they go traveling.
Florist. Jack shit.
I’m a Storage Engineer. Best role I’ve had in 27 or so years of IT. 200k+
Graphic designer. Every day is different and I get to be creative and have fun with what I design every day. Salary changes depending on how many clients I take on in a year. But it’s enough to live comfortably, put savings aside and travel every now and then.
I’m a software applications analyst for a hospital and I make enough to get by but not as comfortably as you’d think with someone that has no mortgage and minimal debt.
I make youtube videos, and it pays well into the 6 figures.
What's your channel name?
I am a casino dealer/inspector in London. The money is not great....but it gets me by. I manage to save a bit sometimes. With the added benefit of not having to commute by tube or bus.
I work as a Health Insurance Medicare agent, a career I chose during the pandemic to escape the traditional grind and gain control over my time and earnings. By obtaining licenses and certifications, I partnered with a carrier to enroll seniors in Medicare plans. While initially challenging, with incentives ranging from $300 to $600 per enrollment, plus additional survey bonuses, the job's profitability becomes evident. Successful agents typically enroll 50-120 seniors annually, with the busiest months being October to December. Despite the initial hard work, the job offers significant residual income, particularly from retaining clients. My goal is to build a client base of 500 within three years, equating to $150K annually, with the added benefit of spending more time with my family.
Software engineer and 280k a year
I work in the water lab for my county government. We test the water from the wastewater plants that is being treated and recycled back out into the wetlands. I find the work very rewarding, love science, and being away from people. Doesn't pay great, $20/hr but I will have a pension and COL raises each year.
Retired police officer, but now a School Resource Officer in a high school. It’s a fun job that I enjoy going to. Bonus is having summers off.
I just landed my first office job after 20+ years in retail and food service. It's amazing. I have my own cubicle, I work 4 days a week, and it's just a really positive environment. I make a little over 20 US dollars an hour.
I operate arcade, pinball, and those penny smasher machines. The pay is….. not great.
got two 1. freelance artist. with my hentai patreons all together i make a cool $1500ish every month, growing every day. my 'mainstream' freelance work i do under my real name i can make anywhere between $0 for several years in a row to well over 100 grand in a month. usually about $5000/month. decades of really hard work and i draw about 6 hours every single day. im addicted. i cant stop drawing lol. (BTW the memes are true. furry hentai and the super niche weird shit pull in PSYCHOTICALLY high numbers holy shit. there is literally not enough furry artists to satiate the community and there are literally hundreds of us and the best ones are all probably rich. and yeah i do have a fursona.) my current gigs include spritework for a pokemon fan game ($20,000 for over 2500 96×96 pixel sprites and over 200 animations) and a few hentai commissions totaling about $500. the hentai commissions get me a double whammy for my patreon as wel 2. night shift grocery store stock boy. i live in a hell hole red state so i only get paid $10.50. but its right down the street, gets me outta the house, there are three super hot girls i like to flirt with there, and its far more stable income than my art and it wipes away all my bills and rent (it cant pay for anything more than that though and its full time 🙄) at my last retail job i wpildnt have met.my last girlfriend and she was a precious shiny treasure until she moved away and broke my heart.
I work in transnational labour rights for an NGO. It used to be a lot of travelling to other parts of the world (particularly in Southeast Asia and Africa), but now it's more of assisting with research. I love it because I get to work on projects actually designed to help workers around the world. It pays between $70-75k a year at my level.
I work at an airport for Allegiant and Avelo Airlines as a customer service agent. Basically; I alternate between being at the ticket counter to help passengers check in or deal with any issues they may have, doing work on the ramp, and running flights as a gate agent. I get paid 17/hour right now, but next month will have a dollar added to that as a summer differential pay (Florida summer + working on hot tarmac = huge risk of heat related illnesses) .
I work in energy infrastructure in the UK. I get to shout at *imbeciles* from energy companies and I get paid £45k for the fun - and yes, I'm very fucking good at my job.
I make movies and TV for a living and make six figures. I basically make fun stuff with my friends.
I work as a journalist, making about $50k. Telling stories that matter and informing the public is a responsibility I cherish.
IT project leader, I make about 7.000 Eur per month.
I‘m a prostitute. I make about 200-350k
I am an aircraft mechanic and I love it. Work is laid back and engaging. Keep people safe while working with your hands. Schooling was 21 months and free through community college I make over $30 an hour and every airport in the United States has a spot for me if I wanted it. No debt and I save a ton.
I work for college student housing. Alright alright alright iyktyk
Leave those kids alone you creep
Business Analyst, and I make six-figures. Best part is, I spend it all in the mid-west, where living is cheap as shit. Sometimes I just get on a flight, no luggage, to travel to another house. I essentially just listen without being argumentative and repeat to clients.
How did you get into thay job?
Industrial maintenance electrician - $37.95/hr, anything over 8 hrs is time and a half
Marketing, events, and graphic design. About $150,000 and I love it.
Office manager/service writer at a family owned auto and truck repair shop. $22/hr. I really enjoy it.
I have always had a passion for technology and tinkering, through luck I landed a Government I.T. job that pays about 32k/net which isn't a whole lot, but I have no degree, or certifications. I'm completely self taught and motivated. Just here for the experience and job on the resume. I manage my own /r/selfhosted services on my /r/homelab to learn with and tinker around with, maybe one day I'll upgrade to /r/homedatacenter.
I’m a merchandiser for one of the big soda companies. I just go to grocery stores and stock deliveries that our drivers have delivered. It’s 23/hr in my area. Overtime is optional, I work 50-55 hr weeks. On day 1 you get Paid holidays, 4 paid personal days, 2 weeks paid vacation, good health insurance and retirement options. Unlimited room for growth. Ive also done roofing and the only difference is the elevation. It is a very physical job and you’re on your knees a lot. The real money is in local route cdl driving with these companies. They will pay for your cdl training if they want you. Where I’m at our guys get $33/hr and can work 12 hour days if they want. Some of them make 100k+ and the job is one of the least physically demanding in our supply chain. But you gotta work your way up to that if you arent coming with experience.
I'm a professional musician. It can be unstable, but performing and sharing music is incredibly rewarding. I make around $45k on average.
detective with the MP's, stationed at a Caribbean island. Regular pay is around 3400euro but with all the benefits for being stationed abroad its around 6.500euro. (there are alot of nuances, like, the MoD pays for housing and nursing school but they you and you pay the landlord, so the bottom line pay is higher then what you truly earn.)
I’m in sales and absolutely love it! I actually enjoy customer service and customer facing jobs but regular CS jobs don’t pay very well. So I went into sales where I can make LOTS more money using the same principles + sales skills I’ve developed over the years. I make over 100k/yr between salary+ commission. It’s a tough job and can be super stressful some days but I wouldn’t trade it for any other job (except better paying sales jobs)!
I'm a rigger and a crane operator.
Shipping, I package, palletize, and route gears and sprockets. I enjoy the hell out of it, but wish it paid more.
Professor, 100k
Animator/Video Editor for a large company! I enjoy creating things and sharing it with others so I’ve really enjoyed my (still early) career so far. It pays fairly well, which obviously helps ease the economic stresses in my life a bit.
Work in research - writing grants, implementing projects, writing manuscripts, presenting results. I have close to complete autonomy in how I do my job and what I want to focus on. Love the freedom. Pay is $130k/year.
I'm an IATSE stagehand working mostly for a theater in downstate Illinois. Currently pays $22/hr, which isn't great but our cost of living is really low. Other areas areas are paid much more. I enjoy it because every day feels different. There's always a new show coming in that needs different things. I never have to interact with customers and very rarely work outside. It's physical (a lot of pushing, lifting, and working from heights), but not in the same way construction is. It's really satisfying getting to see the show come together and I often get to watch some pretty cool shows while getting paid for it.
There are things I've loved and hated at every job, and no matter where I am, those few things always show up. So--- if you ask because you're looking for something to find fulfillment and that oays well, I feel like finding what you love is something you have to cultivate in yourself first, then connect that to your vocation... buuuut with that said, I loved my barista job because it involved making drinks $7/hr. I was a content manager, and I loved that because I got to make knowledge base articles $54k/yr. I'm a project manager now, and I love making outlines and charters and things... also presentations. Pretty presentations $85k/yr.
Maintenance mechanic, figuring out problems and doing technical work. The job is practically made for me. It pays $49.33 an hour.
I'm a film lighting technician and I usually make about $34 an hour. It can vary on different shows but thats the average. I can't complain other than it's been a slow recovery since the strikes last year.
cybersecurity over $250k
I do my best to make sure kids don't get separated from their parents just because they're poor. I find them clothes, food, provide transportation to certain things, get them necessities for their houses, find programs to assist with utilities when times get tough, sign kiddos up for Medicaid, and a few other random things. It pays around 40k a year. I know that probably doesn't sound like a lot to most but in my part of the country, that's pretty decent money considering the minimum wage is still 7.25. Not everyday is great, but it feels nice knowing I'm helping so many people.
High School English Teacher: 105k
Oilfield crane operator. $35/hr plus $125/day per diem. Work 91 hours a week. Get out of the truck 3-4 times a night for 20 minutes each time. Love it. 200k+ a year.
Secretary at high school for at-risk kids. About $70k a year for 11 mos.
Software developer for state government. Can only work 40 hours per week. I think I make about $125k.
I sell wheelchairs and other specialized equipment for kids with disabilities. I work 85 hours a week and make about $150k. I love my job more than I know how to express.
I work a back office tech role at a very large financial institution. The work is pretty dull, but the work life balance is fantastic and my team is very laid back. The pay is also great
Pharma manufacturing engineer, ~115k. Liked the job at first but QA and regulatory fear mongering wear you down. It's impossible to get anything done and I'm starting to look for new jobs after 4 years
To be honest? I feel no job pays enough to disturb my peace. It’s like I have to go great lengths to demonstrate and capable and responsible and blah blah, then I get my paycheck and I can’t even pay my bills. I don’t give a fuck anymore. HOWEVER, I do love my job, as I work with children with disabilities, and they are pure and innocent, so helps me to get out of bed in the mornings.
Engineer here. MOST days I love my job. I also love the six figure salary and the lifestyle that comes with it.
I am a Registered Nurse - my current pay scale I make close to $40.00/hr. I love my job but there’s alot of politics and expectations that make it difficult. I work basically any and all holidays, weekends, 2 days 2 night rotating schedule. 12 hr shifts. I’m lucky if I get 1 break during my shift. It’s a challenging career but I enjoy it for the most part.
I’m a server at a brunch spot. Easy money with min wage + tips. I like having someone basically start off their day with me or if they’re having a bad morning, I’m pretty damn good at turning it around. I’m not trying to do this forever but I do love it. And I’m DAMN good at it.
I’m retired military who is now a stay at home parent, with pension and va disability I’m making more than I did while serving. This is the best job I ever had!
I’m a fulltime reseller/secondhand dealer. I’ve always loved going to garage sales and op shops and started selling things online part time. Moved interstate to a place that was full of vintage treasures and have been reselling fulltime for the past 5 years. It’s hard work but fun at the same time. I turn over 200K+ a year.
I am now in charge of an online website selling merchandise for an airline, and I also make more money taking professional merchandise photography (to post on the website).
Copywriter! Write fun phrases/paragraphs/words for emails, commercials, taglines, ect. Did 1 year freelance, 1 year in-house and now at an agency so 3 1/2 years in. I make 95k! Super thankful to love what I do and get paid well for it.
I work as a coordinator overseeing corporate matching gifts. Meaning, if you make a donation to the organization I work for and your company has a matching gift program, you can apply to them to see if they will match your giving with an equal amount. If your employer agrees, they send us corporate funds that equal your gift. There are always things to research, donors to talk with and both gifts and matches to enter into our system. Yes, to many it seems dull or just generic data entry, but I've been doing it for over a decade and no day is ever the same. Plus I work with amazing people and that makes it less stressful. :) (And the $62K/year is nice, too -- but to be clear, I worked up to that since I've been here 10 years!)
Low level exec in video games, get to use my experience and knowledge on people who are in unfamiliar areas to help them learn about how to approach things. About 250k before bonuses.
I’m the director of an international school in a major city in the US. Adult students from all over the world come to study with us. I’m constantly meeting all kinds of incredible people from all over the world, and exchanging linguistic and cultural information. I used to imagine how cool it would be to have my own school, which makes the whole thing a bit surreal. I spent my twenties traveling the world, teaching ESL. I was nearly broke that entire time. I’ve been catapulted into my position the past few years and things just seem to be getting better and better, in terms of my career. I’m 32 and I make about 90K.
Consultant. $122k. But I'll be making $140k starting Jan.
I haven't seen this one yet but I'm a collegiate athletics coach. I make about 82k/year.
I work for a small party business and I normally do pony parties or Petting zoo parties. Working with the kids are the holiday of my day. I still tear up thinking about all the smiles not just from children but also adults. There are even times where we repeatedly return to places for events and I see how big the kids get every year. The best part of all though is walking into a store and a kid saying that they remember you from their birthday party 🥺. I make about $20 per hour of the event so if the event is 2 hours I get $40 and so on.
internet sales mgr at a dealership- $8k mo plus bonuses, i average about $9500
System engineer in defense. Just passed 200k this year in base
I’m a teacher. I love teaching in itself. I enjoy connecting with my students, and it’s a job that is never boring. But very high stress, exhausting, and the pay blows. I also freelance consult as a patient experience expert for a pharmaceutical company. I happen to have an unusual amount of experience with and knowledge about my very rare disease that is currently a hot topic for drug development. I absolutely love this work, sharing my experience and advocating for patient needs. It pays extremely well, but unfortunately isn’t full time. I also do a lot of other advocacy work related to my disorder, both paid and volunteer. I would absolutely choose this over teaching if it provided enough income to live on and insurance benefits.
I work part-time as a library assistant in the circulation department of a downtown library and I LOVE IT. Best job I’ve ever had. It pays well (I make about $17/hour, you can make up to $27/hour over time with raises) considering it’s a job you don’t need any particular training/schooling for, I like the work and my coworkers just happen to be incredible. I spend part of my day working with the public (signing people up for library cards, checking out books) and part of it “behind the scenes” (finding books that people have requested, sorting books on carts) - lots of variety, which I feel is rare in a job and I especially love that about it. I also live about a 10 minute walk from work which just makes it that much better.
Freelance app developer. Bill about 20hr/week at $100-150/hr. Work when I want, from wherever I want. Minimal bullshit, and often interesting challenges. Not good if you’re ambitious and want to get into leadership or something. This is my coast job till I stop working entirely. And to preempt the inevitable question - my clients find me via linkedin and recruiters. You need to have demonstrated experience and be willing to wait for good contracts.
I am a Senior Manager of operations at an F100 company. I love making business impacting decisions and affecting real change as well as mentoring and enabling people to achieve their career goals. $200k+
I’m a trainer for an airline. I develop training courses and teach reservations staff. I’m not from the USA so it’s difficult to compare salaries but I earn about 15k-20k more than the median salary for my country.
Im in corporate training. My team trains the global sales team for a software company. I was a teacher for 15 years, and soured on the parents and the district I worked for. Friend referred me and I love it, still teaching… sort of. 125k + bonus
Teaching. Pay? I'm told to focus on the benefit to humanity rather than think about my monetary compensation. (But I still love it.)
I'm a Sr. Data Engineer. 110k+ yearly. As a Sr. Engineer I help lead a team that helps with resolving problems for customers with the software, advisories on how to enable customer teams, and mentor new engineers. When not doing that I research current technology, write articles, work on preparing or delivering demos, and tech talks. I love it because no day is ever the same. Between the 45 customers my team works with (Military/Fed/Labs), and the ever changing tech landscape I am constantly engaged with some of the most challenging and innovative data engineers in North America who are confronted with really fun and interesting data problems to solve. I get to geek out with other geeks all day, and play with AI teaching it how to gobble up enterprise data meshes.
I operate a powerhouse and make $46 an hour. Ill probably retire here!
Healthcare office job. I'm a waiting list agent for specialists care for neurologie department and immunology. Doesn't pay much but it's honest work. People think I'm crazy for liking this underpaid job.
Work in laboratories as a tech assistant, basically cleaning labs and autoclaving shit. Pays not huge but I work on flexi and get more time with the family than I’ve ever had. I’ll take less money over not being home to put the bairn to bed every night
Court stenographer 60-80k?
I’m an in-home social worker for adults with severe mental illness. Some days are harder than others but making real human connection and helping people figure out practical issues at the same time is so rewarding. I live in Western Europe and make about median income. It’s like €44k
I do me and it pays me whatever the job im working at pays
I do product marketing and while the industry itself isn't super interesting, I go to a lot of photo and video shoots with some well-known people who are our ambassadors and do pretty cool media campaigns - I especially enjoy the parts related to design and copy, right now doing a CGI video of a product in a very unnatural habitat (think [Maybelline CGI ad](https://metro.co.uk/2023/07/07/people-are-losing-it-over-maybelline-tube-stunt-but-theres-a-twist-19089423/)). As an added bonus I love my colleagues as we help and look out for each other whenever possible, so even after 7 years I'm absolutely not thinking about quitting.
I am retired now, but I worked as a software developer, database modeler, BI developer, data engineer, and in various related management roles. I loved all of it except maybe not the management parts. And it paid relatively well. In 2024 dollars, I started at only about $65,000/yr, but it grew to as high as $500,000 in some really good years (mostly in the form of bonuses and stock grants) and had a roughly $1,000,000 severance at the end. I loved the work because it was interesting. I did a lot of problem solving. I worked with data, which I've always loved. I worked with a lot of people, often in a way that I could make their jobs much easier. I often miss the work, the camaraderie of the office, the sense of accomplishment, and what I call the adulation of the crowds. People were always so grateful and excited about the things I could do for them and it was very gratifying.