I have been working in retail but cannot take anymore of the industry. I am looking for another type of job but have no idea what to go into. I have searched for jobs in my local area but have found nothing but 'must have experience' jobs. How can I get experience if no one gives me a chance? I am seriously thinking of becoming self employed in something but that would be a last resort.
I found that I cannot work full time in a computer related job as I get very ill being in front of a screen for hours on end, so it would have to be only part time despite my love of working with computers.
I enjoy being creative, computers (esp. web related things) and I am independent. What job area do you think I should go for?
2006-10-12 20:50:20 · 7 answers · asked by hunnypot_uk 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Your best bet would be to get some independant careers advice. Really depends on where you live, but usually the job centre is the best place to look. They can give help and advice on careers and what funding you may/may not be entitled to.
I recently had a career change and am now self employed and would never look back, so all the best in whatever you end up doing.
2006-10-12 20:56:20 · answer #1 · answered by mpr7274 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Funny that you ask this now. I have also decided to change career this year. I am a jewelry designer now. There are a few things that I am very interested in... Ancient History Astronomy Writing So I thought to go for either Journalism or writing books regarding the other two topics. I have decided to go on an Introduction course in Astronomy to see whether I can do this. (Had my first class last night!) I am obviously throwing myself into the deep end, because at the same time I am researching Ancient History and will start writing my book soon. I have discovered very interesting stuff!! Along with that I am writing 'articles' about Astronomy with which I am applying for a journalist position soon. And in the meantime I am still designing jewelry, I still need to eat you know! Haha! Am I crazy? If I don't try, I will never know! Best of luck for your future! Yes, make that move... otherwise you will just regret it later on. And you are welcome to let me know how you are progressing, I will motivate you!!
2016-03-28 07:14:13 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I too left retail after giving away half my twenties to a well known telecomms company.
Also not knowing what to do, I got into estate agency: if you like being active, sales and people you'll love it.
Beware- there are some real asshole companies in the industry as it is unregulated and no unions. I got sacked on the basis of a bunch of total lies my new boss made up..
Am still in the industry and doing and studying law through OU!
Follow your instinct and fate will find you the right career
2006-10-12 21:12:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to think about the big three: Law, Medicine, and Business. Of those three, you can get started the quickest in business. If you enjoy people and like to listen, a career in sales can earn you a significant income. For example, if you like investing, you can become a stock broker... some easily earn six figures once they are established in the business. Of course, you can always take the entrepreneur path... decide what you love and build a business around it. I was recently in Napa Valley and the balloonists there earn quite a bit to take tourists on a hot air balloon ride... again, they love to balloon, and built a business on their passion. You can do the same. Good luck!
2006-10-13 10:53:34 · answer #4 · answered by Mike S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i was in the same position as you, everywhere i looked... must have experience.
So i chose an interesting...HARDCORE job to go for to build up some experience. ESTATE AGENCY!!!
I drew up a CV with a cover letter about why i wanted to train as one. and all the things i would bring to any company. and handed them in to EVERY estate agent, by HAND (about 50)
in about 5 weeks i had 5 interviews lined up (the trick was not putting my age down as i am only 19) and i got a job with one of them.
I loved the job although not so much the people i was working with. but it helped me get some connections etc... and i discovered that rather than the hustle and bustle of Real Estate, i wanted to be a mortgage advisor. ( we had one in our office). so icalled up one of my new connections, and asked for a job. they had dealt with me before so knew how i worked.... and voila. a got the job without any one else being interviewed.
And i love it!
try a path like that and you will soon get what you want.
**** Luck
2006-10-12 21:02:54 · answer #5 · answered by Emma B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look for jobs that require customer service experience. you can translate retail experience to that. some ideas would be-bank teller, office assistant, call center. you could also try selling real estate. you would need to take classes and get a license, but it would be using all of your previous skills and interests. good luck.
2006-10-13 02:45:49 · answer #6 · answered by kristen t 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a teaching certificate and be a teacher!
2006-10-12 20:54:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋