I'm at a crossroads, happily married at 28. I don't have a career - I do work full time but I don't make a lot of money. In order for me to have a career, I would need to go back to school. Here's where I'm at the crossroads - I don't want kids, I never have - it's just a personal choice that I've felt all my life...and I'm not really interested in going back to school. So what do I do? I feel like I'm going nowhere and my life is not fulfilling. I've got a great husband who is as creative as they come, and I feel like I'm the only person I know in my family and friends sector that's not doing anything. Where should I start? I would love a career that brings home a lot of money and is something that I truly enjoy...what would be my best first choice of action?? I want to make the necessary changes to lead a happy life.
2006-10-01 15:21:13 · 5 answers · asked by Rachel 7 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Take one of those career profiles that are supposed to tell you what type job you may fit well into. I think there is also a book called 48 Days to the Work You Love. Never tried it or read it but it is highly reccomended by a credible source. Good luck with your quest!
2006-10-01 15:32:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may look at how old you will be when you graduate if you start to school now.....but think about how old you will be in the same time if you do not start school. Education is almost always a good thing. I say almost because higher education is not for everybody. The World needs ditch diggers too. You can also start a career without higher education. Believe it or not, McDonald's has a very good benefit package for its full time employees. There are many companies that offer benefits and retirement options. You could also look at volunteering to find that fulfillment you are seeking. There is no reason you cannot become a volunteer firefighter, or join a church or civic group to help others. You are limited only by your own creativity.
2006-10-01 15:35:33 · answer #2 · answered by damndirtyape212 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to find a job that you like doing and you have to be very good at the skills required for it. Hopefully you have some idea of what you like doing. Then, maybe there are classes you can take to build knowledge and experience in that area. Find a job that requires that skill. Then, work hard at it. I know I'm making it sound easy but it's not...and it takes time. Consider going to a temporary staffing firm. Here's a link to one: http://www.us.randstad.com/
It's a great way to get a foot in the door of a good company and they could help build a career. Good luck.
2006-10-01 15:38:34 · answer #3 · answered by Oliver1010 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go back to school! Once you start taking general classes, maybe something will spark your interest. Let's see...
Good with your hands: massage therapist, chiropractor, medicine
Good with people: hotel management, stewardess, teacher, phycology
Good with numbers: accounting, engineering, physics, math teacher
Like science: Chemist, biology, physics
Like animals: Vet, vet assistant, zoology
the list goes on. There are so many options out there. Don't limit yourself.
2006-10-01 15:33:27 · answer #4 · answered by ecogrl23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look up Robert frost's poem "The Road Not Taken". You are standing right at that point now. See what Robert Frost said.
2006-10-01 15:30:13 · answer #5 · answered by Kokopelli 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋