I'm looking for some ideas. I have a wife and a child and I'm looking for a good career. I know that you almost have to get some kind of degree to get a good job. So what's out there that won't take for ever, as far as getting a degree goes? I'm looking for a stable job that only pays decent but is rewarding in of itself.
2007-01-29 13:28:05 · 5 answers · asked by john s 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Have you thought about going into law enforcement? I know that corrections officers and Police officers make an okay salary, with early retirement, benefits, and shift differential. I live in southern Maryland and the starting base salary is around 40,000.
2007-01-29 13:33:32 · answer #1 · answered by katiegirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a good personality and don't mind working early evenings, you should look into sales. It is financially rewarding if you are successful, it does not require a degree, and if you're working for a good company, it should be pretty stable. And if you are good at it, the sky is the limit and the experience goes a long way.
Look for a local company that sells windows, carpeting or kitchen cabinet refacing - those are all good places to start and learn.
I began direct sales at age 22, I'm now 30 years old and made $277K in 2006, and hoping to clear $300K this year. I work 100% on commission and all of my sales take place in people's homes.
2007-01-29 21:38:56 · answer #2 · answered by Josh 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it would be good if you would give us some idea of what skills and experience you have. It's hard to recommend without information like that.
Nonetheless, I recommend you do get a degree. I just turned 40 and completed my bacholeor's degree in Business Administration for American InterContinental Online. I didn't have to pay a dime while in school by defering all of my tuition through grants and government loans. They have a new degree program called Organizational Psychology. It's a great new career path that really opens some new doors and opportunities.
At any rate, give us some more information and good luck.
2007-01-29 21:38:10 · answer #3 · answered by JT 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Find out what it takes to become a contractor in your state. If you have any experience in or are interested in things like electricity, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, Datacom, or others, most states require a little experience and passing a test, or, in some cases, just passing a test. It's not a bad way to begin your own business.
2007-01-29 21:41:21 · answer #4 · answered by nightracker303 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consider the postal service. All you have to do is order the information for the test, study, and pass the test. And we all know how well government employees are paid and what type of benefits they have =] You can find info. @ www.postalexam.com.
2007-01-29 21:37:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋