I work for the bottom feeder Kansas works for (what's up Heath), and bottom feeder or not, my QOL is awesome. 15-17 days off a month, proficiency check airman letter, Line checkairman, instructor (sim/aircraft), and I live in Base (very important for me), and pay is very good. It all depends on what YOU want with your career, and also timing helps. Whether you are flying an RJ, 1900 Emb120, Dash 8, Saab etc, it's important to maintain a good attitude. I had a chance to go to SKW, but didn't. I was happy, pay was good, and my only reason would have been because "Everybody else is doing it too". Sure I get frusterated at work, but I enjoy every minute of the day. When I get done, I drive home, and if I want a change of pace, I'll teach a class, sims or do checkrides. My QOL is awesome, and allows me to see my 5 day old newborn more often!