I think you're spot on with what those of us who'll step back and view it in that way, but it also may explain the natural flow of talent for those who consider that direct salary-cost of living thing to be priority one. That's sad in some ways (opportunities missed, the field loses some people who place more emphasis on salary), and I don't say that in a judgmental fashion - people can consider a particular lifestyle, means of supporting family/themselves, proximity to family and friends, etc. all primary concerns, and more power to them. None of this has to necessarily relate to exactly where one lives (although learning more about SV, Brooklyn and other areas has been cool~), but are we seeking out what can help us learn, grow and strengthen our craft across companies, industries and regions.
Scott On Thu, Feb 21, 2008 at 11:00 AM, Dan Saffer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I think you have to think about it as an investment in your career. > It's always better in the long run to be a big fish in a big pond than > a big fish in a small pond. In an area with limited mobility between > good jobs, you are likely to eventually hit a ceiling and its > accompanying salary cap. In places like SF/SV, Tokyo, London, New > York, etc. the ceiling is much higher. So yes, initially, you are > screwed by the cost of living, but eventually, because of the > connections you make and the mobility you have, you will likely do > better in the long run. That's the hope, at least. :) -- 'Life' plus 'significance' = magic. ~ Grant Morrison ________________________________________________________________ Welcome to the Interaction Design Association (IxDA)! To post to this list ....... [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe ................ http://www.ixda.org/unsubscribe List Guidelines ............ http://www.ixda.org/guidelines List Help .................. http://www.ixda.org/help
