It wasn’t too long ago that six figure salaries were only for athletes and executives. You were lucky if you got out of college and made $20,000-$30,000 a year at your first job. $50,000-$60,000 a year was a solid, middle class income. It was what you aspired to. Anything beyond that was, well… rich.
Blame inflation, I guess - or a changing corporate landscape - but more and more it feels like you haven’t “made it” unless you have a decent six figure salary. Even with a $70,000-$80,000 yearly salary it can be tough to support a family these days.
If you’re a solid white collar worker, and you’re looking to take your career to that next level, that six figure level, the weblog BripBlap has some solid advice for you.
The first couple of pointers might be a case of information too late. If you’re already in the workforce, it’s difficult to go back and “pick a good college major” for example. But the last five points are great tips for anyone looking to move up the career ladder.
3 responses so far ↓
1 brip blap // Nov 26, 2007 at 9:51 am
Thanks for the link! You’re right that the first couple of points aren’t really all that helpful after you’re already in the job market after college. You could always consider going back to school, I guess!
2 Brian // Nov 26, 2007 at 12:59 pm
Agreed. Going back to school or no, a great post all around.
3 Job Search: Build a Career, Job Listings, Employment » How Have A Six Figure Career // Nov 26, 2007 at 3:19 pm
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