[Matt D.]

Tom, we chatted on AIM a few days ago and I pointed out to you some warehouse/manufacturing jobs that were starting out near $10/hour, possibly more, and even more than that if you take a 2nd shift position that includes a shift differential. Blue collar jobs aren't glamorous, but they put money in your pocket. Such things could even lead you to going back to school to learn more about the trade such as machining, engineering, welding, etc.

The position that Tom is in is exactly why I've said fuck the IT industry and corporate America. I've decided I've spent too much time in my short life behind a desk having other people tell me what to do. This next year I will be going back to school to learn a new trade, in the automotive field most likely, with the ultimate goal of being on my own with my own business.