$100k salary

is 100k even a good salary now a days??  i mean yes its good and maybe im completely wrong but i feel like alot of people/jobs pay 90-100k.  I roughly make that and have been with the same company (DM beverage industry)since graduating college but feel like many people i talk to/in my inner circle work alot less, have alot less headaches and make significantly more than that.  Makes me wonder if the grass is greener on the other side…..

Honestly, $100k ain't bad, but it really depends on where you're at and what you're doing. I know folks in tech and finance raking in way more, but they’re also grinding hard with crazy hours. Makes you think if that extra cash is worth the stress, ya know? Have you thought about jumping ship for something else, or are you vibing with the stability of your gig? Tough call for sure!

I’m in my 60’s and I’ve seen a lot in the past half century.  Short and sweet, and this is crucial but something you never consider in your 20’s & 30’s, is the ENTIRE pay package.  We’re talking about health care, 401k plan, stock options, paid holidays and vacation time, use of the company jet.  

Well, maybe not that last one but you get the idea.  Take everything into consideration.  Now, single people have a tremendous advantage with employers these days.  Don’t know your unique situation but never sell yourself short if you’re a career oriented individual.  The sky is the limit.  

GLTA 

@young1jesus

 don't let a six-figure salary pay you off in life. make sure to do the things that make you happy and alive. there you have it. 

@Martinato

 All options are on the table.  I know friends in tech world where they WFH 365 and make probably 200+ (and i honestly have no idea what they do on a computer all day).  Meanwhile my phones ringing off the hook as early as 5am dealing with sick calls, route coverage and everything the beverage industry offers.  Its getting to the point where its too much and the corporate stiffs are never happy.  Honestly i just don’t know where to start…..feels like i can’t piss away 401k/4 weeks vacation/medical benefits……thanks for the input

@TheGoldenGoose

 you hit it right on the head goose.  Im almost 40, kids, family, a life.  i certainly dont live to work but work to live.  My boss 28year old single female (green as a frog) but yet she will be promoted in a year and up the corporate later.  I certainly do not care to be a corporate stiffs as they all drink the kool aide but i also feel like something may be out there thats less demanding for equal pay.  But you said it perfectly, its the vacation, holidays, 401k, etc thats hard to just leave……..