Subj : Re: Old computer
To   : Nightfox
From : TALIADON
Date : Tue Jun 28 2022 17:54:30

 Ni> That seems like a fairly negative view of the profession.  I'm a software
 Ni> developer, but I got into this field because I actually enjoy it.  I like
 Ni> making things (software) that are useful that people enjoy using.  It's
 Ni> also about solving problems, which can be fun.
 Ni> I think I'd have a hard time doing something if I didn't really enjoy
 Ni> it, even if there was a lot of money in it.

Possibly, but it's human nature - there's nothing quite like pay disparities to create discontent amongst the members of a team. Sadly, money is freedom in this crazy world of ours, and freedom ultimately means happiness.

I was an analogue/digital designer for over 30 years and worked with like-minded people who adored the job, but motivation/innovation was primarily driven by promotion and money. When a man has a family, his prime directive is to provide them with the best lifestyle he can. With the best intentions in the world, a man will always look for the greatest return on his investment.

Negative or not, it was money, promotion, and competition, that kept me sharp and keen when I was an engineer - in that order :)

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