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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 21, 2019 21:47:29 GMT -5
Not really, im pretty dull in that sense. I like the outdoors. Backpacking and whatnot. I wish I could build things. I tried to build a doghouse once and boy was it a sad sight to see. Ive done a little painting before to earn extra money and i enjoyed that. I can picture myself doing anything really and enjoying it. Not one thing really jumps out at me and makes me think this is what I want to do. My interests were camping, shooting, gunsmithing, sailing, racing power boats and drag racing. I worked mostly drudgery jobs for most of my life and I just had to put my head down and take it. Kids take away a lot of choices, and debt even more so. It's easier to find a job when you're already working. Take the best job you can find. I had no interest in printing until I found out about the science and technology that went into it. I wanted to work with computers until I found out what beastly contraptions they are for the next 30 years! đź’©đź’©đź’© Sometimes you gotta take what life hands you, but if you keep looking and trying you can make it to the top. Then there's always Houston as a last resort. They're so desperate for people that we've run out of the hard core unemployables. |
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Post by trailboss on Aug 21, 2019 21:54:32 GMT -5
Some excellent advice given, I hope this brings something to the table.
Find out where your strengths lie, if you like to work with your hands looking at the trades is a good way to go....If you get a job as a lineman working for utilities, they make a good living. Here in Arizona, Empire Caterpillar puts mechanics through school, long hours but very good paying. A lot of millenials do not want to do physical work...electrician, HVAC...etc..
If you are technical minded, look into electronics...autonomous vehicles are just over the horizon, and will be here before you know it, not to mention many other avenues in that field.
Find a job you like, and hopefully it pays well...As a trucker, I have always enjoyed driving trucks, and glad that I have a lock on my pension which is well funded, but going forward, I would not recommend it.
Again, find out were your strengths lie, and find a career that allows you to expand them skills... who knows, you may really excel in something, become an entrepreneur, and become wildly rich at what you like to do.
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Post by elric on Aug 22, 2019 0:05:57 GMT -5
Not really, im pretty dull in that sense. I like the outdoors. Backpacking and whatnot. I wish I could build things. I tried to build a doghouse once and boy was it a sad sight to see. Ive done a little painting before to earn extra money and i enjoyed that. I can picture myself doing anything really and enjoying it. Not one thing really jumps out at me and makes me think this is what I want to do. You say you've worked in the restaurant business for years. Have you ever thought of becoming a chef? Really good money for competent chefs. All one needs is an interest in food. |
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Post by Kerley0319 on Aug 22, 2019 1:25:40 GMT -5
Not really, im pretty dull in that sense. I like the outdoors. Backpacking and whatnot. I wish I could build things. I tried to build a doghouse once and boy was it a sad sight to see. Ive done a little painting before to earn extra money and i enjoyed that. I can picture myself doing anything really and enjoying it. Not one thing really jumps out at me and makes me think this is what I want to do. You say you've worked in the restaurant business for years. Have you ever thought of becoming a chef? Really good money for competent chefs. All one needs is an interest in food. That would be great but parts of the restaurant biz make me terribly angry. I think being a chef would be cool. Im a very competent line cook, however.. Theres a large space in between competent line cooks and happy chefs. Im surrounded currently by chain restaurants and working for them is about to drive me bonkers. |
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 22, 2019 2:57:24 GMT -5
Chefs always appear stressed out (at least on Gordon Ramsey's shows...maybe it's working with Gordon that does it though.
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Post by calabash on Aug 22, 2019 5:23:39 GMT -5
You're still young enough to join the military. Learn a trade, free health care for you and your family, GI Bill educational benefits.
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Post by briarbuck on Aug 22, 2019 7:16:05 GMT -5
A clean driving record will determine a lot of what you can apply for.
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 22, 2019 8:14:16 GMT -5
You say you've worked in the restaurant business for years. Have you ever thought of becoming a chef? Really good money for competent chefs. All one needs is an interest in food. That would be great but parts of the restaurant biz make me terribly angry. I think being a chef would be cool. Im a very competent line cook, however.. Theres a large space in between competent line cooks and happy chefs. Im surrounded currently by chain restaurants and working for them is about to drive me bonkers. Food trucks? |
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Post by Kerley0319 on Aug 22, 2019 9:06:17 GMT -5
That would be great but parts of the restaurant biz make me terribly angry. I think being a chef would be cool. Im a very competent line cook, however.. Theres a large space in between competent line cooks and happy chefs. Im surrounded currently by chain restaurants and working for them is about to drive me bonkers. Food trucks? Actually me and the lady have talked about this alot and it all sounds great except for getting the loan for the truck. Im not sure I could get a loan. This area is great for them though I'd do well. |
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Post by Cramptholomew on Aug 22, 2019 10:01:34 GMT -5
Real Estate!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2019 10:08:33 GMT -5
If you like being outdoors and hiking have you considered surveying or a job locating utilities. Every time anybody wants to build something or improve something or sell some property is has to be surveyed. If you want a job go ask for one. Ask to meet with the owner of something you are interested in and be honest and ask what they are looking for and how to go about learning those skills. Be warned you will probably get hired. Always be honest. Always be early. Tuck in that shirt. Always start the day clean. One of the first things people look at is your shoes if your shoes are old make sure they are clean and polished if they are leather. Don't brag about what you know. Always be willing to learn. Make the coffee. Don't stand around look for things to do. Never be to proud to take out the trash or clean the bathroom. Always be honest even when not in your best interest. If you screw up report yourself. One more time always be honest. Always be nice and respectful to the girls in the office. The office manager is the one who really runs things. The reward for working hard is making sure your family is taken care of even if it means sacrificing on your part.
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Post by jpberg on Aug 22, 2019 16:31:20 GMT -5
Building trades man, building trades. Like Dave said.
I’m telling you, if you get out of bed and be on the job site a half hour early every day you will be a steady man for some outfit.
Find your nearest Laborers Union hall and go in and talk to them. Once you’re rolling you’ll be working alongside the skilled trades. You’ll figure out what you like, and you can keep an eye out for when the trades open apprenticeship programs.
1. Go to work every day, 1/2 hour early.
2. Pay attention and do whatever you’re told.
3. Put your head down and keep going. Don’t get caught up in the bullshit and start thinking somebody owes you something. Be glad you have the job, but never think it’s the best one you’re going to have.
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Post by jpberg on Aug 22, 2019 16:31:49 GMT -5
And I forgot to say good luck.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 22, 2019 17:09:52 GMT -5
Building trades man, building trades. Like Dave said. I’m telling you, if you get out of bed and be on the job site a half hour early every day you will be a steady man for some outfit. Find your nearest Laborers Union hall and go in and talk to them. Once you’re rolling you’ll be working alongside the skilled trades. You’ll figure out what you like, and you can keep an eye out for when the trades open apprenticeship programs. 1. Go to work every day, 1/2 hour early. 2. Pay attention and do whatever you’re told. 3. Put your head down and keep going. Don’t get caught up in the bullshit and start thinking somebody owes you something. Be glad you have the job, but never think it’s the best one you’re going to have. All the above is excellent advice, being humble is something to strive for and not getting caught up in the BS that surrounds you constantly. It is like the ocean that you are swimming in...it's all around you but keep your head up and keep on swimming |
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Post by roadsdiverged on Aug 22, 2019 18:24:18 GMT -5
I love #1 on that list. I can't stand people who are late. If you're early, you're on time. If you're on time, you're late.
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Post by sperrytops on Aug 22, 2019 18:46:53 GMT -5
Thinking about improving your life is your first and biggest step. The next is starting. Don't think things will happen quickly; you have to plan several steps and then take them one at a time. Once you get your GED, get in a juror college program while working part time (or full time, if necessary). There may be a lot of things you like, but you need to narrow quickly and focus on getting your 2 year degree in that as a start. I would suggest accounting and bookkeeping. There isn't a business in the world that doesn't need people with that skill. That will get you started and you can continue from there as you wish. There are other areas as well and certainly a lot depends on where your interests lie. Computer, fire, police, etc. Good luck and I really like seeing a young man thinking carefully about his future. Don't worry about your earlier missteps, just keep looking forward.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 22, 2019 20:00:18 GMT -5
Thinking about improving your life is your first and biggest step. The next is starting. Don't think things will happen quickly; you have to plan several steps and then take them one at a time. Once you get your GED, get in a juror college program while working part time (or full time, if necessary). There may be a lot of things you like, but you need to narrow quickly and focus on getting your 2 year degree in that as a start. I would suggest accounting and bookkeeping. There isn't a business in the world that doesn't need people with that skill. That will get you started and you can continue from there as you wish. There are other areas as well and certainly a lot depends on where your interests lie. Computer, fire, police, etc. Good luck and I really like seeing a young man thinking carefully about his future. Don't worry about your earlier missteps, just keep looking forward. Perry said it all...and remember keep looking forward in all you do. |
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Post by herman on Aug 23, 2019 10:11:40 GMT -5
considering you like to go hiking and camping have you thought about becoming a forest ranger?
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Post by sperrytops on Aug 23, 2019 13:57:45 GMT -5
I love #1 on that list. I can't stand people who are late. If you're early, you're on time. If you're on time, you're late. Boy, do I agree with that. The only place I'm ever just on time for is the dentist. Somehow I can't see myself getting there early. |
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 23, 2019 14:52:58 GMT -5
I love #1 on that list. I can't stand people who are late. If you're early, you're on time. If you're on time, you're late.That is a very profound statement and an equally excellent pattern of behavior to be followed...no excuses, ever. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 23, 2019 18:22:40 GMT -5
Well, I guess I should be on your shite list.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 23, 2019 18:27:28 GMT -5
Ron, you are loved by one and all!
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Post by trailboss on Aug 23, 2019 18:33:40 GMT -5
As for becoming a chef, just because someone likes to cook does not mean that will be a great career. I worked in the meat industry for 8 years, foodservice distribution for 15.
I saw so many people “follow that dream”, only to find that doing it full time drudgery, I dealt with a lot of nasty chefs from some of the most elite restaurants, Hotels, and Resorts... stressed out and pissy.
It can be a rewarding career, but to open a restaurant can be economically devastating... the failure rate (at least it used to be) is amazingly high.
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 23, 2019 20:39:31 GMT -5
Ron, you are loved by one and all! I am coming undone by waking up at 7am and staying awake for the rest of my day. I am not wired to be awake before 10:30 am. I have also stayed busy and active the last few days and it's driving me crazy. I usually spend most of the day staring into space. |
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Post by monbla256 on Aug 23, 2019 23:00:20 GMT -5
At your age and in the world you are entering into in the future, there is never too much education. Even the trades these days require more education than they did over a decade ago. Get yourself back to school for something that interest you. Start somewhere as you can always change as you go along. 
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Post by Deleted on Aug 24, 2019 17:52:36 GMT -5
I didn't read all the answers or suggestions to your question but, If I had it to do all over again I wouldn't have picked only one something that I loved doing, I would have picked at least two things that I loved doing that would carry me through life better then the one that I did. Pick a few things you love doing and look at the money it will make you, no matter what anybody says, money matters, trust me I know! If it don't make at least $75,000 a year pick something else. There's no room for blue collar workers anymore. Employers could care less about'em. Then apply yourself, and I mean apply, learn as much as you can about it and push yourself to achieve it. There are way too many people out there to compete with so you have to push. You've got to be the best you can possibly be and believe it. I loved driving truck and did for over 20 years, now here I sit barely affording to support myself at 65 on SS because my back just gave out and any money I did have got sucked up by trying to survive and doctors. So the moral of the story is don't put all your eggs in one basket, ALWAYS have something to fall back on (that makes GOOD money). Sadly if you continue on the road your on you'll be without. If your of the fairer sex you might do all right if you marry well (that means marrying into money). And there's nothing wrong with that.......as long as that's not the reason to marry. Well, thats about it, I've gone well over my allotted 2 cents.  |
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Post by Kerley0319 on Aug 25, 2019 1:05:07 GMT -5
Thank you all for input. I will take it all into consideration while planning my next step. Will keep yall updated when something worth hearin' about happens or if I have any more questions. Thanks again.
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 25, 2019 1:08:30 GMT -5
Thank you all for input. I will take it all into consideration while planning my next step. Will keep yall updated when something worth hearin' about happens or if I have any more questions. Thanks again. whatever you end up doing, we're routing (rooting?) for you. |
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Hello all. Ive been getting some great advice from all of you on here and I really appreciate it. I have enjoyed my time here so far and with that being said I'd like to share something ive been contemplating lately. A pipe being the only thing Ive shared these thoughts with so far. Im 28 years old, made some bad decisions due to I'd say lack of a good role model, but thru making excuses and want a better life. I had dropped out of high school but just recently went back for a g.e.d. I dont know any trades and have worked in restaurants since I was 16. I have two kids and a fiance and I want to be more successful. I want to have a better job making more money but i have no experience doing anything. What do i do? Open to any and all suggestions. Thanks! This Arkansas family company manufactures synthetic bows for stringed instruments. I have no idea if they’re hiring, but they make a fantastic product (I own two and many colleagues have bought them after seeing mine) that they themselves invented and patented. It seems to me you wouldn’t need previous experience in traditional bow making (which is also a very good profession, see below) and they would train you. www.reidhudson.com/bowmaking-videos/A bass player colleague of mine took a bow making course with Reid Hudson for fun and now his are some of the finest, most sought after bows in the country. www.reuning.com/eric-laneConsider contacting Heidi, Reid and Eric and feel free to mention my name. I will PM you my contact info. Good Luck! |
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