Originally Posted by ROFF

Hi everyone.

I have some questions about the reality of coming over to SW.

I have my 3rd interview coming up soon. The first two were in 2004 and 2006 while I was at a regional. Needles to say I was unsuccessful. Who knows why but it wasn't really uncommon. No presumptions on the upcoming interview but I need to be realistic about switching companies.

Ive been with a carrier overseas (based in the US) for nearly 11 years. Initially this was a great place to be with a bright future. Without going into a long story, this is just not the place I want to spend the next 20+ years of my career.

Ill cut right to the chase. Right now I am bringing home on a light month (I have no control of my hours) about $12k. With a family, mortgage, and all the things that go with it we do OK.

So what kind of numbers can I realistically expect if I were to get hired and make the jump? First year? Second year? I never like asking this kind of thing but the reality is I need to have some realistic figures to help me make the best decision for myself and my family.

Thanks for any info.