I am going to college for business but don't really know what i want to do with it, ive grown up with not that much money so i want to work my butt off to have it but i also want to LOVE my job and enjoy everything too so idk im so confused and its stressful, especially being a junior in college and still not knowing what im going to do
2007-12-09 15:58:24 · 10 answers · asked by jake 1 in News & Events ➔ Current Events
I am 23 and just graduated from college. I know exactly what you're going through. Instead of picking a major with more employment opportunities after graduation, I choose one a different route.
My advice. Stick with business. I know you want to love your job, but the fact is that most people hate their job, and most of these people were just like you--they all went to college and wanted to do something great.
Talk to your counselors in your department about your career goals. Go to job fairs. In fact, you can try taking a week off and really pretending you have graduated. Try finding a job looking through hotjobs, or the newspaper. It's not easy.
More often than not, it's not what you WANT to do (althought it might seem like that now), but in reality, it's more what you must do to get money to satisfy your basic needs of food, clothing, and shelter. You might think you have more options than you think. The faster you realize that the workforce is a jungle, and no company cares about you because you are so easily replaceable, the easier it will be for you to make the transition.
As of right now, take it easy. Stick with business. Things will begin to unfold when you get closer to graduation. Just make sure you have a detailed plan as to how to go about it. When I say detailed, I mean figuring out how many hours you have taken, how many hours you need to graduate, and what classes you need to take. Figure out your graduation date. I suggest you do internships while you're in school. Your department counselors will be more than happy to help you. Your major and college degree will get you many interviews, but your work experience will get you a lot further.
2007-12-09 16:48:25 · answer #1 · answered by ctown 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
My experience after graduating with a double major in Sociology and Psychology is to go to graduate school. However, I left a year off before going to graduate school. I made sure to apply so later on I wouldn't feel lazy about it. I think you can find a decent job say as a manager at Cingular Wireless Store or at Macy's, so you'll be able to pay off your 17k debt (mine is 9k). You'll also be able to use the summer after you graduate to study for the GRE, GMAT, MCAT, or LSAT (whatever grad program you're doing). If you're doing a masters in a field in the social sciences or humanities, don't waste your time. It will be more expensive to get that masters than what you'll earn once you get a job. You could also work at the same time, and your grade will not suffer. The magic of graduate school is that you only get A's/B's or F's. The Universities kinda cheat so they can tell the world their masters and Ph.D students were all 3.5's and above (they kick out anyone under 3.0). As long as you do the minimum, you WILL have over a 3.0.
2016-04-08 05:03:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son is 20 and a junior as well, however he has a position waiting. I on the other hand never went to college, only straight to work. Many people never know what career they are to follow. Business apparently interests you and only you can determine what makes a spark for you. Just think this way, some job offers are not what they appear and don't be afraid to ask questions first. All businesses are sales related I guess you know that, it's advertising in some manner and sales to bring in the bucks. Things that spark your interest are things that you can feel fulfilled in a job well done. Maybe that will help.
2007-12-09 17:06:09 · answer #3 · answered by AJ 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try this book. Its called "The Complete Idiot's Guide To Choosing A College Major", its what I am currently reading. Best of luck!
2007-12-09 16:13:25 · answer #4 · answered by . Dollie . 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No matter what you decide to do. Remember save money. It's the most important thing you can do in your life. Money is the staff of life. When you are old. Money will make you young again. They say money can't buy happiness but it does buy things that will make you happy. Yes it can buy you love too.
2007-12-09 16:11:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try to work a job that you love and the money will follow.
2007-12-09 16:04:32 · answer #6 · answered by lonetraveler 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I KNOW this is going to sound NUTS- but STOP Worrying About it. Work HARD at your Studies...-& see what develops. Something ALWAYS comes up...-and the trick IS, to be Prepared & ready to "open the door"- when Opportunity "knocks"! :) Relax. Enjoy the "ride"- & Good Luck!!! :)
2007-12-09 17:12:51 · answer #7 · answered by Joseph, II 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Either get a job you like, or if you like adventures, join the military!
2007-12-09 16:12:00 · answer #8 · answered by Bon T 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
get a life.
2007-12-10 14:31:43 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a part time opening in the toy shop. Please send me your resume.
2007-12-09 16:39:27 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋