I've been a bit shocked lately to re-discover just how common -- and acceptable -- it can be in Australia to not have a bachelor's degree. Now, this is also really a strata of society sort of question and it varies greatly, but overall I think there is a lot less condescension if someone is a tradesman here. I think it's much more respectable as an occupation -- and seen more as an occupation than a "just passing through" sort of job -- here than in America.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
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That's because they make a stack of money, get to work outside (and who wouldn't want to do that in Australia) and can afford to live in houses nicer than many people with a degree. Go visit the Sutherland Shire - tradies heaven.
Obviously this is a gross generalisation - but often the perception people have, particularly moments after receiving a bill from their plumber, electrician, etc.
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