Comments on: How Many Of Us Earn A Truly Honest Living?

By: Brian

Brian — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:08:06 +0000

I’m thinking there’s a distinction between fairness and honesty. One born in a poor, war-torn country may never get the chance to get an education or become a lawyer or business-person regardless of how talented one may be.

Furthermore, personal connections do matter for people getting good jobs or promotions, but dishonesty may not be involved. Research in social networks have shown that people who are “gate keepers” and connect two disparate communities are in a better position to facilitate the flow of ideas and information. Yes, they can be dishonest and decide who they want to share the information with depending on who can give them personal gain. However, being in that position, they also have greater access to information and more opportunities to act on it.

By: Brad

Brad — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:55:49 +0000

I believe you hit the nail on the head Chris!! The whole world is about money and how with it you have power. I believe that who you know counts for alot in a persons quest to find meaningful and prosperous employment. From the largest companys,government right down to small business most people will and have accepted some form of kickback in their quest for the all mighty dollar! Just give me an honest days pay for a honest days work and i’ll be happy. Even the justice system treats white collar crime different than blue collar crime in regards to sentencing and facilties where time has to served!

By: Chris Berry

Chris Berry — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 15:57:51 +0000

Amy,

My insomnia is bad enough without the added factor of a guilty conscience.

By: Amy Hanek

Amy Hanek — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:27:37 +0000

I say anything keeping you up at night, isn’t worth considering.

I freelance write, substitute teach and just recently began waiting tables at Applebees. Adding up my expected income over the next year, I hope to make about 15 grand. I’m working a 40-50 hour week to earn that, plus taking care of my kids.

And at the end of the day, I can sleep. I know every day I make a positive difference in this world and I always play fair.