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originally posted by: enlightenedservant
a reply to: Caver78
If he meant what you're saying, he could've just said that. But that's not what he said.
I also find it ironic that he's the one saying this, seeing as he's a rich celebrity who's had his own tv show, has been an opera singer, and was even a host for QVC (the channel that sells all those random products). It just reeks of hypocrisy. It reminds me of the people who "warn" kids not to try something simply so they can keep that thing to themselves.
originally posted by: enlightenedservant
a reply to: Caver78
If he meant what you're saying, he could've just said that. But that's not what he said.
I also find it ironic that he's the one saying this, seeing as he's a rich celebrity who's had his own tv show(s), has been an opera singer, and was even a host for QVC (the channel that sells all those random products). It just reeks of hypocrisy. It reminds me of the people who "warn" kids not to try something simply so they can keep that thing to themselves.
ETA: He's a concrete example of "monetizing your dreams", so I'd expect him to preach about that, not about the opposite.
It reminds me of the people who "warn" kids not to try something simply so they can keep that thing to themselves.
What would be cool is if alot more people got to work their dream job with great wages. This would force wages to go up for people who clean up sh and make burgers.
originally posted by: enlightenedservant
a reply to: randomtangentsrme
The point in both of my posts was that we should teach how to monetize our dreams. It shouldn't have to be an "either/or" situation. And ironically, your post seems to reinforce the part where I said this:
It reminds me of the people who "warn" kids not to try something simply so they can keep that thing to themselves.
It's like a CEO encouraging people to prefer entry level jobs. Of course a CEO would say that, since it reduces the competition for his/her position. Or a seasoned politician encouraging people not to get into politics. Of course he/she would say that since it would reduce the number of potential candidates vying for his/her position.
originally posted by: enlightenedservant
a reply to: c2oden
Let's see... On one end of the spectrum, I've been an entrepreneur, got my first business license when I was 18, and ran my own record label until I was in my mid 20s. And on the other end of the spectrum, I've been employed in the corporate world, have been everything from a temporary worker to a server technician to a supervisor, and have being blessed enough to work overseas on an outsourcing contract.
Do those count, bro?
originally posted by: enlightenedservant
a reply to: randomtangentsrme
The point in both of my posts was that we should teach how to monetize our dreams. It shouldn't have to be an "either/or" situation. And ironically, your post seems to reinforce the part where I said this:
It reminds me of the people who "warn" kids not to try something simply so they can keep that thing to themselves.
It's like a CEO encouraging people to prefer entry level jobs. Of course a CEO would say that, since it reduces the competition for his/her position. Or a seasoned politician encouraging people not to get into politics. Of course he/she would say that since it would reduce the number of potential candidates vying for his/her position.
ETA: It's not that rare to make a living in the music industry. I've spent considerable time in both Nashville & Atlanta and I know from experience that there are jobs in everything from music studios, publishing companies, cd manufacturing facilities, etc.
Just to get a legit album in stores, you typically have to go through producers, recording studios, mastering studios, graphic designers, and CD manufacturers. And if that CD is shrink wrapped and has a bar code, you then can go through either independent distributors or directly to many music stores to negotiate w/them about getting your product in their stores. Then there are the club DJ's & on-air DJ's you need to kiss up to if oyu want your music played. And then there are the club and bar owners or promoters who will get you shows; the graphic designers for flyers and/or print ads, etc.
All of those companies employ people who have dreams to be in the music biz. And I didn't even mention the stylists, managers, dancers/models, talent agencies, etc. So I'm not sure what you mean when you say that it's rare to make a living in the biz? This is why I keep stressing the "monetize your dreams" angle. There are plenty of ways to make money while still working to fulfill our dreams. It doesn't have to be an "all or nothing" approach.
originally posted by: enlightenedservant
a reply to: c2oden
Let's see... On one end of the spectrum, I've been an entrepreneur, got my first business license when I was 18, and ran my own record label until I was in my mid 20s. And on the other end of the spectrum, I've been employed in the corporate world, have been everything from a temporary worker to a server technician to a supervisor, and have being blessed enough to work overseas on an outsourcing contract.
Do those count, bro?
originally posted by: enlightenedservant
a reply to: seasonal
Then what's the problem??? College isn't for everyone, but neither is trade work. Construction isn't for everyone, but neither is boxing, teaching, fishing (professional fishing), graphic design, etc. Every single profession on the planet has some people that love what they do; as in, every single profession on the planet has some people are fulfilling their dreams by following that career path.
I just don't see the logic in encouraging graduates to not follow their passions. I think one reason so many agencies and organizations suck is simply because some of their workers don't like their jobs. What good is a veterinarian that hates animals but is only doing it to pay the bills? It would make much more sense for someone who loves being around animals to be steered towards being a veterinarian. And wouldn't it be better for someone who likes working with kids to work at a daycare center than to have someone who hates kids do it?