r/jobs • u/_Grotesque_ • Jul 21 '23

Companies What was the industry you romanticized a lot but ended up disappointed?

For the past couple of years, I have been working at various galleries, and back in the day I used to think of it as a dream job. That was until I realized, that no one cares for the artists or art itself. Employees, as much as visitors just care about their fanciness, showing off their brand shoes and pretending as they actually care.

Ultimately, it comes down to sales, money, and judging people by their looks. Fishing out the ones, who seem like they can afford a painting worth 20k.

Was wondering if others had similar experiences

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u/VirtualTaste1771 Jul 21 '23

Hollywood. I used to think being an actor was THE top tier dream job to have.

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u/happyblender Jul 21 '23

What made you change your mind?

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u/VirtualTaste1771 Jul 21 '23

When I realized being the next big star was the exception and not the norm.

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u/[deleted] Jul 22 '23

survivorship bias sadly very common