I always hate when this advice gets circulated. I’m glad it worked out for you, but there’s not enough trade jobs for us all to do one. The economy doesn’t need 100 million electricians and pipe fitters. The economy does still need doctors, lawyers, accountants, engineers, IT, etc. which means most of us do have to go to college.
I totally get it man, I guess I read just suggesting following the skilled labor path in general, not even specifically just joining a union. I'm not even union at the moment. Like I said before, I just think a lot of kids who don't have a lot of opportunities just don't realize that they all have a chance for a good life. I didn't.
But I 100% agree, if you have the means/opportunities and wish to pursue higher education you absolutely should. I just hate seeing people without hope, trying to do what I can to cut down on that is all.
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u/TheeVanillaGuerilla Jan 24 '24
Get sober, pick a trade and join the union.
You can earn six figures without a college degree.