i dont go to school.what job(s) can i do to support my family?
2007-03-20 09:26:54 · 11 answers · asked by dream_hawk22 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
Nowadays any legal work may or may not provide enough income to support a family. With that said, I would look for a job that offers the most likley chance for acquiring raises, benifits and starts out at least minimum wage. I would also sign up for food stamps and any other benifits program I could find that would apply to my situation. At this point, you cannot allow pride to interfere with being both a good father and a good provider. I wish you much luck. (And NO, I am not suggesting that you break the law.)
2007-03-21 02:41:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
At 17 there isn't a lot for you to do, but a great steady job is the military. My husband is in the Navy and supports me and our two kids on one salary. Military isn't for everyone though. You can try working at an office doing what ever you can and try to do some kind of schooling to better yourself to get a better job. Good luck.
2007-03-20 09:32:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Depends on where you live. It's great that you're trying to get things together.
If you live in an area of growth, start out being a laborer on a construction team.....then pick an area that you like, maybe framing, plumbing. See if you can apprentice for someone. Just work your butt off and try to make an impression.
You could work in a warehouse. Receiving or shipping.
Find out what your community or city is known for, and try to get a job in that field.
2007-03-20 09:31:28 · answer #3 · answered by barefoot_yank 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Fast food, grocery stores, amusement parks, library, day care, just about any store will hire a 17 year-old. Can't really do general labor jobs(factories) until you're 18. Good Luck!
2007-03-20 09:32:04 · answer #4 · answered by dance4praise 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You should get your GED or you'll probably be stuck working dead-end jobs for the rest of your life. Most jobs (even factory work or working at Wal-Mart) require either or high-school diploma or a GED. Getting a GED will create a lot more job opportunities for you.
2007-03-20 09:32:06 · answer #5 · answered by Amanda 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Hit the library. Take out:
"No Shame in My Game: The Working Poor in the Inner City"
http://www.amazon.com/No-Shame-My-Game-Working/dp/0375402543
&
"Chutes and Ladders: Navigating the Low-Wage Labor Market"
http://www.amazon.com/Chutes-Ladders-Navigating-Low-Wage-Foundation/dp/0674023366/ref=sr_1_3/102-4899696-0099337?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1174431030&sr=1-3
They'll give you excellent ideas on what jobs you can do, and why you should fight like hell to get as much education as possible.
2007-03-20 11:52:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, if you really want to support your family, finish school! You can work nights after school to help pay for things.
2007-03-20 09:30:37 · answer #7 · answered by punkin_eater26 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Get a student loan, go to online school while working any job you can get right now until you advance in your education.
That way you can make more $ in the long run
Maybe, real estate, landscaper, etc - these are jobs you can get now
2007-03-20 09:31:16 · answer #8 · answered by CookFrNW 3 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I THINK YOU SHOULD FINISH SCHOOL OR GET YOUR GED.
EVEN WITH THAT YOU MIGHT WANT TO TRY TO TAKE ON-LINE COURSES SO YOU CAN GET A BETTER JOB DOWN THE ROAD.
GOOD LUCK!!
2007-03-20 10:00:16 · answer #9 · answered by KAT 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well there are many jobs that can hire you look in your local newspaper for some jobs, mow lawns, or something.
2007-03-20 09:30:35 · answer #10 · answered by JENN 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋