@Clint Kreider You raise great points especially about being “priced out of" ones "market” of choice.But I have to say to those “priced out” of their preferred markets not to despair.

If past the initial point of the process, do not despair, I can still assist.

Do not despair!

Google pushes over 1700 changes to the AdWords interface alone each year.I wouldn't despair - just realize that there's never going to be "one thing" - just a constant struggle to stay educated, stay on top of your game, etc.And believe me - I know.

Don't see enough Pro's share the despair.

But there is a real strong group of hard working folks that are keeping it from deteriorating into a pit of despair, lots of entrepreneurs and small businesses and with the industrial park we're slowly but surely attracting some job providers... we'll see what the next 5 years brings.

While many investors facing a defeat will throw up their hands in despair, the best ones will take the setback in stride and press on.

I'm not sure if this isn't caused by being a product of the environment and seeing the struggles and despair of others causing the school kids to think there isn't any opportunities available or what.

I tried to understand what keep people motivated at such despair.

It can help to cut your way to success, but it can also cut you into despair.