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Originally Posted by Dave Kaminski  On another note, In my opinion, the scarcity/mooching mindset is what many unions end up as, but are not built upon. Founders and leaders of unions are usually deeply rooted in abundance, but the general member seems to be on the opposite pole of the conscious earning spectrum. For example, I know a tradesman who only works as often as he must in terms of the union he is in, as well as a myriad of teachers who do the same, 'because they can.' They are mooching off of taxpayer/consumer value, would you agree? |
Yes I'd completely agree and I've always avoided unions because in general I don't like the people who are part of them and what you've said there makes me (finally) understand why
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Originally Posted by Steve Pavlina Social value is a function of supply and demand. If the supply is much greater than the demand, prices naturally fall.
In such situations, you can switch to a field that's in greater demand, or stick with the same field and separate yourself from the pack. |
Very true! Thanks for replying Steve
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Originally Posted by Adam I'm not saying that you have to change your illustrations into "Artist's Art," but it is an area that could use some very imaginative, creative people... |
Hehe I completely agree with you there Adam, although it can be a bit of a catch 22 when your main customers are often struggling financially themselves
Thanks heaps for your ideas though, much appreciated! I also love the story about the grocery bagger, I remember catching a bus once in Brisbane and the bus driver gave me a big smile and a quote printed on a little bit of paper. I don't remember the quote now but I'll always remember his face fondly, such a little thing and it can make such a difference to someone's day.