I sympathize, but . . .

Posted By: LK on 2006-12-14
In Reply to: I would honestly like to know what you consider a - Skeptical

I can totally understand the frustration of skilled MTs who have ben at this for years dealing with the downward pressure on MT wages. This is not going away. Yes, going from 80K to the low 30K's is a tough pill to swallow. But my own personal experience is that there is some decent money to be made. Not great money, but decent money. I work for one of the large nationals, work 40 hours a week, and will make in the mid 30's this year. I have been an MT for a year and a half; I feel I'm doing all right. I do NOT feel that this is a high stress job; in fact, I find it very relaxing (I used to work in management, high pay, high stress level - I like this much better). I have to wonder why you're making only in the low 30's when you are obviously very skilled. Could there be a better company for you to work?
I would have loved to have been around in the days when MTs were making 50K +. Looks like those days are gone, though.

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Experienced and proficient MTs should have no problem..SM - Veteran MT
- I agree with you. It's not that difficult IF - sm - true statement
- I would honestly like to know what you consider a - Skeptical
  - I sympathize, but . . . - LK
    - Well, I make 10 cpl, which is considered maxed out - Skeptical
      - Speed is a big issue - LK
        Whatever. You're missing my entire point. - Skeptical
        no more fun - oldcrispycritter MT
        You got it! Great post! Odd thing, though, is - Skeptical
        Bingo, ladies, I'm right there with you - tnmt
        You're blessed to get dictation you can hear clearly. I'm finding only garbage being offered l - nm Still Looking
      - headers footers lines - SD
- It is just a different field to break into now... - desperate

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