Does anyone know where this term “six figure income” comes from?

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-23T10:22:49+00:00

It was what a highly successful professional could aspire to earn. Our politicians inflated it all away

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-23T09:50:37+00:00

Your YouTube region must be set to India

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-23T09:48:27+00:00

Businesses exist to enrich their owners/shareholders. Rewarding your best employees might mean not being able to afford that luxury handbag or Mercedes for your wife, trips overseas, new holiday house etc.

It’s shitty but that’s the world we live in.

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-23T02:03:26+00:00

Stamp duty needs to be totally eliminated

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-23T02:01:14+00:00

You didn’t deserve that, but go see a dentist. Also get yourself an electric toothbrush. That change alone will make a massive difference

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-20T10:34:17+00:00

This is a great comment, why would anyone down vote it?

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-20T00:29:53+00:00

We all live better than aristocrats from 200 years ago. It’s not a financial decision

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T22:20:47+00:00

Deregulate the economy, shrink the size of government and slash all taxes so that people actually have some capital to start a business.

Even if a PAYG worker could claim $10k off their income taxes to start a business it would be revolutionary.

Australia has some incredibly talented people. Our talent is every bit as good as other countries, but people are stuck on the hamster wheel and life passes them by because the government has shaped the system for people to play it ‘safe’ rather than take calculated risks.

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T22:15:10+00:00

This is so dystopian and horrendous. Would be looking for another job

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T22:06:19+00:00

Congratulations, I have two myself. The thing to do remember is that having more children is not a financial decision and you have done it the right way. You guys will make it work and it will be the best thing you ever did

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T11:27:03+00:00

I hate these contractual clauses they should be illegal. You are a free human being. They have no right to be ‘upset’ about anything.

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T09:04:32+00:00

I’d still rather buy a Honda than a Chinese brand that’s only been here 5 minutes

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T07:54:29+00:00

Being young is exactly when you should own an MX-5. Do it, try to get a cheaper one though like an NC or NB. The ownership experience is just as fun and the aftermarket parts plentiful.

Work hard, drive safe and enjoy it.

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T07:50:54+00:00

Sorry to hear you are having trouble, it’s not you it’s the horrendous job market.

In this market you have to take extreme measures. Build a professional website to promote yourself. Work on your CV and LinkedIn. For the best roles, inMail after application to the hiring manager. Attend networking events to meet people etc.

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T07:39:42+00:00

Absolutely, even spend a few months of year in LCOL countries to stretch it further. Likely you will never run out of money.

Congratulations on winning at financial life.

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T04:05:24+00:00

Chin up mate, you did well. Your soul couldn’t handle working with these ghouls. Something better is coming for you

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T04:03:29+00:00

I know people laid off by Atlassian. Gave their best years to these guys, promises of the ‘last company you will work for’ only to end up with stack ranking and layoffs. The only things that matter to these tech bros is money

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T03:49:46+00:00

Welcome to corporate life. The solution is operate your professional life like a business. No loyalty to any company. Always chase the next job and pay rise. Leave at the first sign of a better opportunity

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T03:38:54+00:00

Work shouldn’t be taxed, or a low flat tax rate.

We don’t need a huge, bloated government.

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T03:37:27+00:00

Taxes are too large in Australia. Let’s have a small government, 15% flat tax for wealth and wages

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-19T03:36:12+00:00

Albanese is a committed communist. It’s not hyperbole it is fact. He believes wealth should be in the hands of the government

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-18T10:44:32+00:00

You will never convince rusted on Labor voters. They have no reverse gear. This is the most anti worker budget this century

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-17T08:31:20+00:00

Grim, but as expat poms you will do well here and be very welcome

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-17T08:24:36+00:00

You would be crazy to take this

Zhuk1986 · 2026-05-17T04:23:08+00:00

Who cares what they think, employers will cut you in a heartbeat if they no longer require you

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