Reply #24: It's ridiculous, isn't it? [View All]

[CrispyQ]

I switched to an IT career at the worst possible time - exactly as the dot-com bubble was bursting. It's been a battle for me! I made much more as an experienced executive assistant than I have in IT, plus I've spent a small fortune on training & software. I didn't mind making less of a salary, until I added up the number of hours I was working. I calculated my hourly pay & I gave notice the next day. I've checked the job ads & can't believe what they are asking for! I know people who have been in the industry for 20+ years & don't have all that.

I'm so sick of the corporate rat race. I've decided to start my own virtual assistant business. I still have all my executive contacts & as businesses scale down, outsourcing work/projects piecemeal can be a savings, compared to a full-time, or even part-time, employee. And since it's my business, I'm going to offer my development skills, as well, but I suspect the bulk of my initial business will be admin work. But I can do it from home with my dog by my side. :7