r/financialindependence • u/fidgit86 • Aug 13 '21

What do you do that you earn six figures?

It seems like a lot of people make a lot of money and it seems like I’m missing out on something. So those of you that do, whats your occupation that pays so well?

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u/ArtFUBU 29d ago

I disagree. I'm quite good at all those points you mention and still struggle. Maybe I haven't had enough professional experience with the right team but there's an analysis to writing good code that you only figure out once you're kind of in it. The only other thing I can imagine it being similar to is writing proofs in math or music that seems to connect and make sense.

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u/jrkridichch 29d ago

I like the music comparison. I’m afraid of using math comparisons because so many people stigmatize it. Measuring aptitude for something in abstract ways without actually trying the act is always a crap shoot.

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u/ArtFUBU 29d ago

I agree. Comparing math to code scares people because "math is bad" but coding is it's own monster. I readily believe that being good at math will make you good at coding but they are two distinct skillsets that are trained individual of each other. Plus, coding has a more creative aspect to it that once you master some essentials, you are able to shine a bit if you aren't so good at fundamentals.