So the original question was not a statement of dissatisfaction with the industry but a legit question to help make the best career choice. Not all airlines are the same, so the question is put out for an insider's perspective from those of you currently flying for 121 carriers of all types on where a newly minted 1500hr ATP can get hired and best be able to fly and build time and experience other than sitting on reserve gaining nothing but pay. I would happily earn less to sign up with the best carrier (121 or 135) to gain the most flight time and best overall experience to help my career progress. QOL does not always mean time on the couch at home. I have plenty of time later to get jaded, disgruntled and angry and sit on the couch at home.
Most of us are performing the same evaluation, to find a place they can get hired that gives them the best total chance of achieving their individual goals which differ for everyone. There are a number of variables that have a different hierarchy of importance for each person. The whole point of APC is for each of us to be able to ask each other "what can you see from your perspective that I can't see from mine"?
If you have information on a carrier that fly's their pilot's more than average then that's what I (we) are looking for so we can consider them. If you know of a carrier that fly's significantly less than average then that is also useful information on who to avoid (unless your goal is more couch time). If all you can say is," you should just be grateful,and back in my day..." then thanks anyway and commentary not needed. Help a fellow pilot out with some useful information.
Any useful information is GREATLY appreciated.

many Thanks and much respect