USA Today – Wes Moss
“How should you or your offspring choose a college major? By picking a field of study that leads to a job with the highest salary? Actually, the answer is more involved than that. The other day I was playing the Game of Life with my kids again, and I realized exactly how inspiring this board game is for youngsters. While we were playing the game, which takes you through all stages of life from college to retirement, my youngest son said, “I want to be a doctor when I grow up.” When I asked why he told me it’s because they have the highest salary in the game. I’m sure once my son gets older he’ll decide on a career based on more than just a Game of Life salary card, but I do hope he decides to take into consideration the financial repercussions of his career path.”(more)