The Joys Of Fame And No Fortune
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The Joys of Fame Without Fortune
Summary
If I could model myself after a book character, I'd choose a heroine who is stunning, brilliant, and incredibly successful. I certainly wouldn't opt for Barbara Ehrenreich's portrayal in "Bait and Switch: The Futile Pursuit of the American Dream." Yet, somehow, that character seems to have chosen me. Despite my efforts, I can't ignore how Ehrenreich's journey mirrors my own.
The main difference? I didn't get to write about my job market failures and earn a fortune from book sales. Instead, I lived through my setbacks and realized my life was just another statistic.
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Reading about myself in The New York Times confirmed my unwanted fame. Imagine my surprise when columnist Paul Krugman noted, “a college degree has hardly been a ticket to big income gains?"the real earnings of college graduates fell more than 5% between 2000 and 2004.” Paul, I appreciate the mention, but my earnings didn't just fall by 5%; they plummeted by 100%.
Krugman's point about economic disparity, where the rich grow richer and everyone else falls behind, rings true. White-collar unemployment and underemployment fuel this imbalance. My challenges aren’t unique. Many are like me, including those once in professional jobs now working in retail, selling lumber and light fixtures. Older workers, rich in wisdom and experience, find these qualities often overlooked in today’s job market.
To avoid the same trap, I've chosen to start an Internet business. It wasn't just a choice?"it was a necessity. After five failed attempts to land even a low-wage job, I decided self-employment was my only escape from wage slavery. It must have been the orange skirt; thank you, Barbara Ehrenreich’s job coach, for that tip.
Running a business online is risky but crucial for someone like me seeking independence. The Internet remains accessible, but for how long? If major corporations have their way, that openness may soon disappear.
What options would remain then? Welfare? The big players would surely dismiss me as lazy, telling me to “find a job.” "I’m trying," I'd retort, caught on the merry-go-round as they enjoy their ice cream cones.
I’m trying.
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