Im 35 on permanent nights in an unfulfilling job.
I want to retrain in something like a Tiler for starters or Plasterer.
The world and his wife wants to be a plumber.
I have ususal commitments like mortgage and kids so i cant just quit to attend a full time course.
Has anyone any advice or even better has anyone in the same position manged to change career and therefore their future?
And like a lot of people i cant afford to drop money, even in the short term.
2006-07-27 02:09:24 · 5 answers · asked by wigannwuk 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Yes. Twice. I worked in the oil industry; gave up, did a degree in environmental science. Luckily I was single at the time and could afford the financial hardship. Eventually I got a job for half my earlier salary. The job was rubbish (quite literally), boss was an abusive alcoholic. I returned to the oil industry a year later and have lived happily ever after.
The grass isn't always greener on the other side. All I would advise is that you put a lot of thought into what you want to do and how you go about it. I was naive and ill advised. However, if you make the right choice and plan it financially, you won't look back.
2006-07-27 02:21:48 · answer #1 · answered by grpr1964 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. From hospital porter with 3 GCSEs to lecturer with more academic qualifications than I care to think about. It may be difficult but do consider going to an adult education college. The nearest to you, I think, is Northern College, nr Halifax. You might be eligible for a bursary which includes help with mortgages and dependants. I'm not saying it's easy but it is fulfilling. Get in touch with them and see what courses/training they offer. Good luck.
2006-07-27 03:08:26 · answer #2 · answered by sleepyredlion 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
definite besides the undeniable fact that it replaced into very slow and through no fault of my own. i'm also 35 this twelve months. i began off as a scientist wishing to stick with a career in Biochemistry and then, did a route in accountancy and then pc programming which helped get my next pastime as a IT Technician. Following that, up till very at the moment, i replaced right into a evening lecturer in better coaching coaching IT. the authorities of their countless information pulled out the funding on man or woman coaching classes so I now switched to structures administration. no longer a situation though as i'm getting to spend extra high quality time with my my infant son. classes are solid yet attempt to verify you're in employment on the time of doing them - as they carry extra weight as far as conceivable destiny employers are in contact. stay dedicated, search for the positives and that i'm particular all will artwork out properly contained in the top.
2016-10-15 06:28:56 · answer #3 · answered by machey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I did 4 times in 10 years. I feel excellent, but this depends on your personality. If you are a gambler (in a good way), somebody who enjoys change, who loves change, it would be great !
2006-07-27 04:59:12 · answer #4 · answered by pisica13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have changed my career three times.
It is easy and the last was online business, fuel saver up to 19%. tinyurl.com/jzs3u it is easy.
2006-07-27 02:16:00 · answer #5 · answered by fuelsaver-upto19% 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋