What does everyone do for a living?

I often wonder what everyone on here does to be able to afford their herp pets/hobby. I realize some people turn it into a business but what about the other regular joes/janes, professionals ect.?

I am a secretary for a busy paving Company.

FedGov information technology contractor, aka "code monkey".

I'm a student. So how I afford my hobby is... With great care for budgeting haha

Retired Paramedic from the F.D.N.Y. After 30 years of service. Studying now for my LPN license.

So interesting thanks for sharing everyone...grateful to be employed lol cristacake what are you going to school for? Albert I bet people are very appreciative for your service that's a very rewarding career. Hahah code monkey waaay beyond my level of technology!

Hubby works for Rutgers, I coupon and budget and get free samples to cut back on spending. I use rebates, call companies directly and ask about products. Or I send hand written letters, and generally can get coupons for my efforts. I also stalk a listing site and a freebie site looking for second hand gear that can be sanitized.

i make my own cleaners and sometimes sell hand knitted or crocheted items to supplement income.

Network Analyst for Hospital System.

Microscope analysis of building materials for asbestos.

When I was on the ambulance or in the E.R. families were always appreciative of my services. Sometimes people would write letters of appreciation and my partner and I would receive commendation letters from supervision. Whenever I mention what my career was nowadays people are always appreciative. People mostly remember 9- 11.

I'm the Corporate Account Manager for an Atlanta based ticket broker. We specialize in providing premium seating to concert, theatre, and sporting events both nationally and internationally. I like to think I'm in the business of helping people have fun :D.