I can only speak for myself, but here is one main reason why I continue to work for myself.

I was recently looking at new houses. The work I saw was not up to my standard, and probably not to many others of this board. Yes,it had passed inspection, but I would have failed it mainly for that all too subjective "workmanship". I want to be proud of knowing that I did the work to the best of my ability and to the intent of the Code.If I could find someone to work for with a similar attitude I will continue on my own.