Hi, I'm wondering how the economics of a pro diver works. Say, you got up to assistant instructor... (or one of the higher instructor levels) then what? Is there some sort of system to deploy newbie instructors? Like a "help wanted list"? Or is going "pro" a sort of hype that takes much more than simple training to achieve?
Here's the thing. I'm just a newbie open water, but I currently have the luxury of spending lots of time to train, and also some money to spare. So, I was guessing that it may be possible to go pro if the job awaits at the end of the line. But, I've not seen enough of the business side of the industry to make a good judgement of whether my investment of time and money will actually lead to a job. (with an okay income)
So, if someone can fill me in on the general atmosphere of the industry, I'll be more than happy. Slap me in the face if I'm making a joke of myself.