Hi im 21 years old and im kind of going through a mid-life crisis right now lol. Ive been working at this job for 5 years now since i was 16 but I see it going no where. Like the other day i felt like just walking out because im just so sick of working there. I applied for this job and friday and ill find out monday or tuesday if I got it or not. I really just dont want to be like all the other guys at work they all like high 20s and up working at a dead end job. I want to put in my 2 weeks notice and start looking for a job already. I know your not supposed to quit a job intill you find another one but I just cant take it any more. If anyone has any advice at all I would really appriciate it thanks.
2007-08-19 15:51:26 · 11 answers · asked by alfonso v 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Do not quit your job without having another one. You are in an especially vulnerable position because that job and the experience you are gaining from it are the only thing that makes you marketable to another employer. Perhaps you can go to night school to get your mind off your work - or if you work nights, go to day school. Get yourself some technical college experience in a field that is in demand. These days, a two year technical degree is more marketable than a 4 year degree. Many of the youth of of America are picking incredibly useless degrees like Art, History, Sports Medicine, etc....don't go that route. Pick something that you know you find a job in and go back to school!
Just don't quit your job. If school is not for you, then find another job and then quit. Don't quit until you have one.
2007-08-19 16:01:35 · answer #1 · answered by nowhereuare 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mid life crisis at the age of 21?
Hm.
I don't think I'm really qualified to give you a solid answer, because I'm much younger than you, but here come what I learned from daytime television.
Get a simpleton job, such as cashier at a supermarket or maybe work at McDonalds- anything that can get you through- while attending night school.
If you need money, bother the parents, get loans, or have blatant disregard for the rent.
I hope that did it.
Best of luck out there!
2007-08-19 16:06:33 · answer #2 · answered by timber66639 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look into taking part time continuing education courses at college at the very least. You seem to be smart enough to handle doing both working and learning.
If you are so certain that you might walk off the job, then put in your two weeks notice now. It is important that you leave a good impression in this workplace. It is not often that someone at your age has gotten this many years in with one employer. This is an excellent reference to have on your resume.
2007-08-19 16:24:42 · answer #3 · answered by Alletery 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a friend who has a senior managment position at a fortune 100 company [great benefits all the way around]...one day he goes into his boss office and quits on the spot...
I ask him why and he tells me "i was getting too comfortable, there was no sense of urgency"
the point is this, while your loyalty to your job should be commended, you should look for that next opportunity to help you and yours...why else do we work?
if you're an assistant manager, start applying for managerial positions, if ur a manger apply for regional director positions, if ur regional start applying for VP stuff...
how far you want to go is completely dependent on you...if that company wont give you an opportunity find someone that will...
2007-08-19 16:06:04 · answer #4 · answered by Who Am I? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're wise at such a young age to realize your current job, once fun at 16, is getting you nowhere fast at 21. This is a promising sign of ambition and maturity that harnessed well, can guide you on to better career rewards when you do find the job that suits you and is one you love doing.
If you find such a career and it's one that a college education can expand greater salary and promotional opportunities, then run--don't walk--into college and pursue the necessary degree(s).
Whatever work you find yourself in, look 5 to 10 years ahead and give yourself a real picture of where you feel you'll be then.
2007-08-19 16:03:59 · answer #5 · answered by Mr. Wizard 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey...if you've had this job for more than 5 years, there is now where to go but up! I would quit so you can concentrate on looking for a better job. If this current job you have now you got when you werre 16, justthink of how good of a job you can get now after college and at 21! I would go for a new job since you figure the job you have now is not going to change and major way...go for it and make a move...good luck carreeer searching!!!!
2007-08-19 16:00:19 · answer #6 · answered by agdance621 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lets say u quit ur job (which u should) : so wats ur point! lol u quit something rthat u felt was annoying or too boring for u.. we all go through it. we wake up one day and realize our jobs suck! its natural thing so u quit.. good for u! u didnt force urself to do anything you didnt wanna do. and so what if u dont have another job right off the back.. take some time off this mid life crisis and find something new! good luck =]
2007-08-19 16:30:26 · answer #7 · answered by <3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It generally make finding another job easier if you have one while looking. There are so many option available to you at your age. Hopefully you get the job of your dreams. I have found mine, but like everything else you have to work to make your dreams happen. It sounds like you want to work.
2007-08-20 00:00:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yea...find another job first...in anything you do you should advance...i would go back to school if your a school person... explore yourself and concentrate on your good qualites and talents and find a job that nurtures, allows growth and appreciates you
2007-08-20 04:35:58 · answer #9 · answered by valued_maturity 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
apply for another job if you get it quit then we'll both be happy.
2007-08-19 16:01:00 · answer #10 · answered by Essie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋