That's what I'm thinking.

I flight instructed until I had 1400TT, only 40 Multi. I knew I couldn't afford to buy it, so I put in my two-weeks, and went home(my parents) to work to make some actual money. Well so happens I stumbled upon a 135 op that flew C-310's two days later, and I had a new job on the spot, and it paid better than any regional, which wouldn't hire me at that time anyways(They actually had mins of 1500TT and 200+ multi a few years ago, crazy huh?). So I flew for 1.7yrs for this company(2000 hrs later too!) when I stumbled upon my current job, which is a quasi corporate, but it's not really. It's all part 91, but it's more for aircraft sales. I love it, making good money, flying all kinds of planes, and good aircraft at that. So yeah, I've had very good luck with my "in the right place at the right time." But I also had the "right" Total-Time and experience for each move up.

Honestly the airlines are a good place to get that needed experience if everything else in your path is blocked. But with you having 1500TT, I'd highly recommend a Part 135 job because I guarantee you'll get some solid flying experience(and you should be ready for it too!), and probably will be better paid. 135 operators are paying out for good pilots, because too many of the SJS's are going to the airlines now @ 500 or less hours, and never make it to the 135 IFR minimums. The thing is, you will have to work for your job, it's not always easy or fun, but in the long run, as I mentioned before is you will come out a better, more proficient and experienced pilot. Picking a company that you can transition up in equipment is a bonus, but most will only have a year commitment. I have a contact if you want one in the Mid-west, but PM me for that info.

Good luck on that dream job!