When I obtained my CFI ticket I told myself I would not prostitute myself by instructing at a local FBO for only $10.00 per flight hour. I have invested much time and energy obtaining my ratings and believe I should be compensated more than your average dishwasher or bus boy. It has been slower going than I would like, but for the past 3 years I have been an independent flight instructor in Seattle and I charge my students what I feel my time is worth. I am reaching the point in my career where I would like to be flying bigger, better and faster planes. From what I have heard, most regional airlines seem to fall into the "prostitution" catagory. I have the patience and would like my next move to be a career move as opposed to a time building move. That said, is there anyone in the corporate world, preferably in the Pacific NW, who is sincereley happy with their aviation employment?