The sad thing is that, IMO, even those in future generations with the family background, education, etc., etc., will still struggle to live the lives of their dreams, so don’t be deluded into thinking these trends will only affect “the masses.”
We’re already seeing evidence of this in increasing numbers with some of our kids friends, all of whom were raised in RSF. So far, our kids, who are in their late 20’s, are doing well after college, but I would say, rough estimate, over 50% of their friends are not. By well, I mean the ability to achieve your dreams/goals in life.
What’s really unbelievable, is when you ask their parents what the kids are planning to do after college, many of them just try to avoid the subject–since they probably have no idea. Sad.
A sign of things to come? Only time will tell.[/quote]
flyer, you’ve posted before here that your kids (like mine) left SD County to pursue their dreams. IMO, THAT is the key to success for local Gen Y college graduates. It is possible that some of your neighbors’ kids majored in degrees that will not land them any meaningful employment and that is the reason they can’t find a job. Another reason is that they are unwilling to relocate because they would have to move away from parents’ homes, which offer a better lifestyle than they can afford on their own. This is partly a parent-enabled phenomenon, IMO.
IMO, the key to success for local young college graduates today is to major in highly employable fields in college and be willing to relocate ANYWHERE to get their career started. They can always return to SD County, later . . . after they have moved up the career ladder in their field and can command a much higher wage.
All is not lost for Native San Diegan college students and recent grads who are serious about majoring in an employable field and finding a suitable “first job” for themselves … wherever that may be.
