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Hitting the Jackpot: 15 Ways to Earn Six Figures and Live Your Dream

Many dream of 6-figure incomes for financial security and life control. Numerous people have achieved this! The question was asked, "How do you earn 6-figures?". Top answers follow.

FIXING OTHER PEOPLE’S EXCEL WORKBOOKS

"I started fixing Excel, PowerPoint, and Jira works. Realized that truly smart people have issues translating thoughts. My career is about turning ramblings into concrete outcomes. Skills like good storytelling, design, and user experience are transferable across tools and industries."

DRIVING A TRACTOR-TRAILER

“I drive a tractor-trailer for Dunkin’ Donuts. Maybe it’s the most sleeper job of all. I can see it on people’s faces when I tell them what I do.”

FILMMAKER

“Film/TV actor, filmmaker. Never a guaranteed salary, but I’ve been fortunate enough to make it work.”

SELLING EXPENSIVE SWIMMING POOLS

“Design (sell) expensive swimming pools.”

PH.D. IN PHYSICS

“Got a PhD in physics and now work as an engineer.”

TEACHER IN JAPAN

“I make six figures every month. I’m a teacher in Japan.”

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Construction project manager for elite clientele. Civil Engineering background, currently an APM, expecting PM promotion in 1-2 years

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

"Software development is a low-risk >$100k+ career for those good at logic. For game development, better as a hobby/side gig."

ENGINEER

"Engineer with a 4-year degree reached 6-figs salary in 5 years, capping at around $150k; more in HCOL areas like NYC and CA."

MARKETING DIRECTOR

“Marketing Director. Took me a while, but I impressed the right people.”

HEALTHCARE

“Healthcare. I’m a midwife; in my first year of practice, I broke six figures, which was a pleasant surprise.”

IT JOB

“Try to get an IT job that will help you get a security clearance. You’ll be in a whole different tier of the job market for sure.”

NURSE PRACTITIONER

"I'm a nurse practitioner. Remember, these subs may not reflect the majority as they often attract high earners. Don't feel inadequate, it's industry-specific."

OTHER JOBS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

"I gained expertise in a high-demand skill in my area (IT) without needing a degree. Career choices can be surprisingly rewarding. But remember, you must enjoy what you do."

EMERGENCY ROOM PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

“$200k, Emergency Room Physician Assistant.”

PHYSICIAN

"Curious about my career as a Physician? 4 years undergrad, 4 years med school (extra year in pathology), 1-year internship, 4 years residency, 1-year fellowship, then 6 figure income."

CARPENTRY

“Finish carpentery. Worked for a company that paid me $30 an hour and charged the client $75 an hour. Quit and started my own company; now I make the whole $75 an hour myself.”

ASSET MANAGER

“Asset Manager with 10+ years experience, no degree. Base pay is $165,000 with annual incentives. Considering a degree for future opportunities, challenging at 30.”

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