So yesterday, I got that mailer from the Social Security Office. You know, the one that tells you what your benefits will be when you retire (yeah, right
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Thanks for that - yes, you're spot on. Work has been stressful (and will be for the next few months)... it's not the same kind of job that I signed up for two years ago, and on top of this disappointment, I'm worried about its ability to become profitable in the long term. The show I've been working on has changed (and not for the better, in my opinion). We're earning more money as a company, but not getting enough new programs off the ground to make a difference
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PS The graphed earnings are just the "official" net figures, by the way. In 2006, I actually earned quite a bit more than indicated on the graph... I've just gotten better/more diligent at writing off my business expenses, which lowers my bottom line.
Regardless, the "gross" levels for 2006 would still be no higher than halfway to my 2004 level... Which means I won't be buying a Lamborghini anytime soon.
It's funny... when I was unemployed, I had multiple opportunities to take "a job, any job"... but none of them paid more than the check I was getting from the government.
When I got my very last check for the year (and that year, they gave out an extension because the unemployment rate was so high), I landed a job the very next day.
And to think I stressed out for most of 2002. I should have just enjoyed my 9-month sabbatical!
As for the TV gig, it would be hard to let it go. It's not like it's paying all my bills, but life is just so much more fulfilling to me with a job I love to do. And this one certainly has the potential! :)
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So, did my amazing powers of perception detect a hint buttload of sarcasm? Are you thinking of moving on to greener financial pastures ( ... )
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Regardless, the "gross" levels for 2006 would still be no higher than halfway to my 2004 level... Which means I won't be buying a Lamborghini anytime soon.
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When I got my very last check for the year (and that year, they gave out an extension because the unemployment rate was so high), I landed a job the very next day.
And to think I stressed out for most of 2002. I should have just enjoyed my 9-month sabbatical!
As for the TV gig, it would be hard to let it go. It's not like it's paying all my bills, but life is just so much more fulfilling to me with a job I love to do. And this one certainly has the potential! :)
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