Is it weird that I want a good job just for the money, not because I have a huge interest in it?

Question

The way I see it, I only want a job for the money. I don't really have an avid interest in anything besides video games, and cars. But from what I see, I don't really want to be a video game programmer or a car mechanic. Both aren't that great paying or exactly something to be proud of.

So is it wrong to want a high paying job, just because of the salary?

For example, I was thinking about being an anesthesiologist. They make like $100k+ from the get-go, and can make upwards of at least $300k. Is that type of career enough to live in the Hamptons and to get nice cars? That's my ideal future, but first, I plan to get my mom something really nice, like a car or some apartment in Puerto Rico or something.

As you can see, I have a future planned out, but I do not know the means to go about it.

I didn't mean I would invest all my money in cars, since most are a depreciative investment. I just meant I wanted to have the resources to own nice cars.

Now that I think about it, I actually do have some interest in Biology and Chemistry, and some math in there too. I wanted to be an engineer, but I can't stand Physics or Calculus, my worst subjects. (Not to say I'm doing terrible, but in an honors class, I'm getting 87s-88s as my average.)

Answer 1

Most people are in it just for the money, but they pretend to be into the job, because that's what people doing the hiring expect to hear. Anyone who tell's you different is lying or has significant psychological issues, i.e., they've successfully deluded themselves.

Ever hear the story about the Emperor's New Clothes?

Or how about Genesis? "By the sweat of thy brow thou shalt earn thy bread."

Answer 2

I absolutely agree with you!! I have an B.A. in English and I cant figure out what I want to do because I'm stuck between loving to write and loving to shop. Its a very hard decision. I, too have considered the anesthesiologist career path--they're salary is out of this world. And what about an actuary?! Or investment banking?! I know exactly how you feel. I really dont want to be a member of the working poor, unless I have a really cool job (and an even bigger savings account). But, I do suggest finding something that you find even remotely interesting and if you are not interested in the sciences and math, the medical field is not for you. Think of all of the years of schooling you must devote before becoming an actual doctor. The thought of sitting through all of those chem and bio classes makes me shudder. So, I'm still trying to find my career path to the goal mine. Hopefully, I can figure this out before I turn 22!

Answer 3

Well, if you are weird that way (and I'm assuming you still try to do the best job you can, whatever your motivation) then you have a lot of company.

It's great to love what you do for a living. But nothing weird about doing it mainly for the money. Doing something you HATE just because it pays well doesn't make sense though.

Answer 4

Not weird, just blissfully ignorant of reality.

I want a great, high paying job but let's face it: If I have no interest in it, I'm going to be miserable. And if I'm miserable, all the homes, cars, and money in the world will do nothing to make me happy. Money is material wealth but it will not make you happy.

Re-examine your priorities. I think you're completely off your rocker.

Answer 5

Welcome to the club! I have the same mentality. I don't particularly like what I do, but it's good money for someone my age.
I'm saving for retirement big time - just so I don't have to work that long.
You might want to do the same rather than putting money into cars - just a suggestion.

Answer 6

No, it's not weird. Money talks! I don't think it's wrong, either!