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Originally posted by Iknownothing

I know some very good Java programmers with no vision at all, still making 25 an hour, even though they have been working with the same technology for years. I call them code monkeys, give them a computer and a dark corner to sit and they will finish up the work assigned to them, but don't expect them to come up with any suggestion or utter a word in team meetings.

One SAP guy in my previous work place was still at 85K with 10 years of SAP Basis experience. Even though he had excellent technical skills, he lacked vision, leadership skills and the ability to sell himself. On the other hand I know of people who make 125 an hour or more with only 3-4 years of experience under their belt.

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Fido.

Marvellous points every one. It is one of the rare constructive thread on any board.
I agree that in general one should do what one likes but that works for only x number fo days/months/years. Sooner or later we get fed up.
Secondly if I have to leave the house to work, why leave it for a job that pays only one half or even one fourth of what I can make otherwise? Western world is about pink slips anyways so better fill up the truck with cashola and go!

I got this good lil article on WSJ. It's the best and the worst jobs

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123119236117055127.html

Interesting enough, the so called "IT Jobs" spans across followings:
. Software Engineer
. Computer Systems Analyst
. Computer Programmer

And that's just within top 20.

So, depending on what you exactly do, and independent of what the title says, the work might actually fall under any of following:
. Software Engineer
. Computer Systems Analyst
. Computer Programmer
And I'm sorry, now I'm gonna be harsh
. Lumberjack
. Garbage Collector
. Mail Carrier
. Child Care Worker/Babysitter
. Firefighter

I think the title "IT Job" is way too generic. You'll find peoples in same field with salary range from 45K to even 80K.

My advice, whatever you do, do will full heart and full dedication. You might get a rate of 50 or 100 or even 200 ... but to keep that job you need dedication. And that dedication does not come with any rate.

I have seen individuals starting at low level jobs in IT with salary no more than an average Canadian - which is approx 35K. (Lumberjack, garbage collector as compared to the above list). But withing bit more than few years had good horizontal growth and now are at almost 6 figure salary (not including bonus).

Never loose hope.

Good luck.

Consulting jobs paying per diem usually have an expiry date. So you may not earn significantly more in the long run(if you are on bench). While this may not always be true, its not uncommon either. However, you can take this in a positive way as well. Current and future job scenario points to prevalance of this kind of an employment arrangement. Better now than later.

There are however some practical issues to consider.

Firstly, you may not be part of an entire implementation cycle, so you could end up working only for a part of the project lifecycle. Hence, the scope of learning on the job may be curtailed to an extent. Not good for people starting out, as complete project life cycles are preferred in IT resumes. These piece-meal projects(which pay better for their shorter duration) however may be good for the experienced folks, who can milk their domain knowledge for some sweet $$$s.


Second, these jobs may involve more pressure than regular jobs. Again, not a happy arrangement for the inexperienced.

Third, these jobs may involve more travel(you cannot always be guaranteed projects in proximity to your residence). So more nuisance and life disruptions.

Fourth, they are not as easy as they are made out to be. You can't fool all the people all the time. Besides the connections and favoritism, many of these well paid senior consultants do have considerable experience and domain knowledge. Companies are not fools in allowing an eloborate hoax(if it is) to continue. There may be some clowns who got lucky, but most are worth the rates they charge.

Just my unsolicited opinion.

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Originally posted by Daari_Tappida_Maaga

Consulting jobs paying per diem usually have an expiry date. So you may not earn significantly more in the long run(if you are on bench). While this may not always be true, its not uncommon either. However, you can take this in a positive way as well. Current and future job scenario points to prevalance of this kind of an employment arrangement. Better now than later.

There are however some practical issues to consider.

Firstly, you may not be part of an entire implementation cycle, so you could end up working only for a part of the project lifecycle. Hence, the scope of learning on the job may be curtailed to an extent. Not good for people starting out, as complete project life cycles are preferred in IT resumes. These piece-meal projects(which pay better for their shorter duration) however may be good for the experienced folks, who can milk their domain knowledge for some sweet $$$s.


Second, these jobs may involve more pressure than regular jobs. Again, not a happy arrangement for the inexperienced.

Third, these jobs may involve more travel(you cannot always be guaranteed projects in proximity to your residence). So more nuisance and life disruptions.

Fourth, they are not as easy as they are made out to be. You can't fool all the people all the time. Besides the connections and favoritism, many of these well paid senior consultants do have considerable experience and domain knowledge. Companies are not fools in allowing an eloborate hoax(if it is) to continue. There may be some clowns who got lucky, but most are worth the rates they charge.

Just my unsolicited opinion.

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Hi All

I have been doing some research and come up with Green Energy field

I am not to confident about this but as my opinion this field is growing so popularity and will be in big demand in coming future. and will be high paying job too.

can any one suggest is it good idea to look into Green Energy Jobs ?

i am in IT for long time but would like to look for other options out there. As far as i know this filed will be best suite to science and electrical engineers.

Is it possible to switch into Green Engery field BEING in IT - this may help me as well as other fellows.

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Thanks, those are pretty good points.

So now that we know which fields pay well (for now at least), how does one identify the exact job function (such as creating drivers for specialised equipments) and the exact path to educate himself?
Which courses and how much would they cost?
Anyone?

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