I’ve learnt that there is nothing more stable than essential services and government jobs. And whilst they may not be the most high paying, there will always be a need for:
Teachers
Police Officers
Nurses
You can add State and Federal public servants to that list. Safe and secure is ok but the days just grind on and when you retire what is it that you can look back on with any sense of satisfaction?
What have I learnt? Nothing in life is guaranteed and roll with the punches.
I had already learnt 19 years ago that as an airline pilot you are qualified for nothing when the noise stops.