Originally Posted by pizzaguy
But Im' not sure anything has changed. In 1980, I was making $3.75 an hour as a 20 year old - I was doing Cable TV installs and felt SO ripped off. But, it was an entry level job, and I had moved on in 16 months!
Same here! Worked hard (blue collar job) to put myself through college so I could get a white collar job. Graduated college and started out making peanuts at the very bottom of the bucket. I took home 1,200 per month which barely paid my commute expenses. I had to live at home just to get by. Worked hard and learned... then moved on to a different company. Worked even harder and learned more.... moved on to a different company. Gave myself raises and worked hard for respect and knowledge to get where I am today. I found my place in life but it was a long road. Kids today graduate and expect 150K per year just given to them.
I am really glad to see I am not the only person that thinks this way. I knew I wasn't crazy!