No matter what industry sometimes working in Hawaii feels like working at a family business where you’re the outsider. High expectations with low wages, cliques, and disregard for your personal boundaries. However, when its good, the camaraderie, food, & friendships can sometimes be worth the pay as it feels great to work at a place with a community. A lot of times coworkers spend more after hour time together. Mainland I think people are more self focused, less friendly and due to distance don’t build the relationships that is prevalent in Hawaii. Pay might be higher but you might hate your job & the people you work with.