| I don't think its possible to write a guide on how to succeed at life as peoples definitions of success change throughout their life! Some pointers for you based on what you have said: 1. Its nice to be financially well off & saving puts you in a better position. So regardless of whether your on $80k or $100k get saving. 2. Your in the bracket of people who likely wont have an issue earning, congratulations. People in this bracket will rarely if ever look back on a period in life and say "I wish I worked more", esp if you follow 1. So if you have any constructive hobbies outside of work then give them your all. If you have anything you want to try, eg going pro with the photography (never works but fun trying) or politiking (works but you'll end up a politician) nows the time! Dont just smoke weed and play games though. 3. I would recommend against starting a startup unless you really really like building stuff, dont mind crappy jobs and comfortable with a lot of sacrifice. Im a founder and happy, but its most definitely not for everyone. 4. If your looking for v. large salaries down the line optimise wholly for experience in your 20s. It's only when you get into the executive bracket that salaries go completely crazy, they are measured for all technical roles and demand/supply changes. Im not versed on the tech-speciality route, but I do remember high-paying specialities from telco in the 90s all but disappeared now (though a lot of people retired young from them) Anecdotal, but I spent my 20s not working very hard. Didn't focus on career at all, however was very focussed on "learning". Ended up starting late and overtaking most peers, I think my diverse experience helped with perspective. Made me less institutionalised. Ive seen a few people with similar routes (20s travelling, yachting, building etc etc). |