But how much money do you make?

Last week I went to hear a successful TV comedy writer talk about her career.

She has worked her ass off, so it was nice to see that rewarded. Hilarious and friendly, she seemed forthcoming so I asked the money question, I had to know. Does she drive a Ferrari and have her own table at Patina? I’d just like to know what I’m missing, thank you very much.

Seems every writer in advertising is working on a screenplay or a book, hoping to be the next big thing. You see, in the real world of writing, advertising is only one job above cafeteria lady.

Afterwards a few of the others asked me about advertising and mentioned they wouldn’t mind doing what I do. Hey, at least it’s writing they reminded me. And I remembered not so long ago, I thought it would be cool to be an ad writer too.

Nothing like an evening with strangers to remind you that your own life aint so bad. And I don’t have to wear a hairnet.