From my own experience my statement was meant to be more truthful than mean.

Some time ago I was offered a position with a company (a really big company
right here in Silicon Valley, CA) who offered me a whopping great salary of
$40K a year. I laughed at them and declined their "wonderful" offer.

I asked the joker who made me that offer "Do you realize how expensive it is
to live here in Northern CA ?" No answer was the reply.

Still looking and I must admit it is looking rather bleak.

I'd rather be bagging groceries at Safeway than working my tail off for some
IS employer who wants me on call 24 x 7 etc etc. You all know the hours you
put in on programming projects....

I don't mind putting in the hours but I expect to be realistically rewarded
for my efforts in return. $40K a year! Don't insult me and don't waste my time.

Brian Donaldson.

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