I'm 17 to 21. What's the best path to income?

There is not 1 best path to income. The best path is where your talent, your skills, your passion and your education meet an industry that grows. Take a good look at the growing industries and technologies: AI, robots, drones, energy, space, health. Then make a clever choice where you invest your time: for an employer, as a freelancer, or as a solo entrepreneur. 2 tips. Stay away from routine work: by 2030, AI and robots take 30% of it. And have a good look at technical jobs: electrician, plumber, heating and cooling technician, welder. They are in high demand, they pay well, and no robot fixes a burst pipe any time soon. First things first: you need to make some money before you can invest it. Time is on your side, and patience is a virtue. Use that time to get really good at 1 thing, the income follows.