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I'm not particularly passionate about welding, whereas I derive real pleasure from programming. For myself this enjoyment is sufficiently valuable to more than

I'm not particularly passionate about welding, whereas I derive real pleasure from programming. For myself this enjoyment is sufficiently valuable to more than offset the economic loss. YMMV.

endtime 16y ago
Sure - the fun of programming (or the relative comfort of a desk job) is a benefit of the job. That's why you're not necessarily underpaid just because a welder can earn more.