What to do

So up until I had gotten sick two years ago, I bounced around from job to job. Some of my odd jobs were anything from sales associate at a parts store, to being a service advisor at a dealership. I never really knew what to do or had that burning desire to do any one things specific. Now that I’m back on my feet and looking for employment, I’d like to choose one thing and just stick with it.

Is there anyone on here that’s been in my shoes and may have any advice for me? Any positive input would be appreciated!

Any desire to join the military?

Canuck03SVT said:

Any desire to join the military?

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I was never able to when I tried at the age of 18 due to having asthma. Even though it was well controlled, nobody wanted to take that chance.

I get that a year or so back you didn't have any one job you'd like to pursue. But now we're at TODAY.
Is there any job you would like to do?
What do you enjoy doing?
Was there any one job that you enjoyed over the others?
Do you have any skills/giftings that you could utilize in the workplace?

Knowing your age, work experience, education, skills, etc. would help. Maybe go learn a trade? Go back to school? Start a salsa company and sell your wares at farmers' markets?

CobraBob said:

I get that a year or so back you didn't have any one job you'd like to pursue. But now we're at TODAY.
Is there any job you would like to do?
What do you enjoy doing?
Was there any one job that you enjoyed over the others?
Do you have any skills/giftings that you could utilize in the workplace?

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Yea it’s weird. I like to work with my hands and I’m pretty mechanically inclined. I’m more of a “learn by doing” type of person more than anything, and can learn fairly quickly.

Idk, I just don’t have much drive, especially after all the medical crap I’ve gone through in the past two years. Kinda broke me mentally but I’m still fighting to get back out there to being a productive member of society.

Mentoring or teaching a skill or trade?

DAVESVT2000 said:

Mentoring or teaching a skill or trade?

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I thought about maybe HVAC or even possibly getting into being a machinist since I have knowledge of CAM & CAD programs.

You're sort of like me when I was in my early 20s. I joined the Marines and then got out and went into the body shop world as an estimator. Really liked doing that as it is a skill that can only be picked up by being hands on and learning under someone. Doing that I also learned that I am also pretty good at sales as you are selling the services of the shop. Did that for 4 years and then moved on to be a service writer at a mechanic shop where I am at now making a lot more. Money is good in this field but stress can be really high. Seems like something you might be good at and something that will keep your attention. You can work on the cars when you feel like it and you will know a vehicle inside and out within a year's time. It's a great position to work in also if you ever want to open your own shop because you are learning and in control of almost every aspect of the business in a lot of ways and you get to see firsthand what business practices work and what don't

jdcobra said:

So up until I had gotten sick two years ago, I bounced around from job to job. Some of my odd jobs were anything from sales associate at a parts store, to being a service advisor at a dealership. I never really knew what to do or had that burning desire to do any one things specific. Now that I’m back on my feet and looking for employment, I’d like to choose one thing and just stick with it.

Is there anyone on here that’s been in my shoes and may have any advice for me? Any positive input would be appreciated!

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If I were younger and starting from scratch, I would try to get into a high paying service industry. Providing a service never phases out. Always a demand and market for skilled service. Electrical, mechanical, etc. Not knowing your age, physical abilites and such, its hard to advise more than in a general sense. Better still if you are a people person, decent at dealing with others, and have the “gift of gab” a career in sales can be fun and lucrative. Find a product and/or service that you enjoy or have a passion for and get to it. Of course your desires need to be something that you can realistically build a career out of. If fortunate enough to find something you REALLY love and are good at (that can produce an income) you will succeed and never really work a day in your life! God speed.

electricians / plumbers make decent money
I'm in your shoes as well, right now I'm just an investor/day trader. I'll be getting my real estate license soon to start buying/selling houses.

Elevator mechanic. No sure about the states but up here they make a killing for a fairly easy job.

Electrician,hvac or plumbing.

Look for a smaller company that services multiple different areas of the trade. Re-model, new construction and service. You’ll make shit for a few years but get your license you’ll do ok.

In the northeast east that’s 80-100k being a decent quality reliable journeyman employee that can work independently.


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I’m in collision repair and I can tell you there is a shortage of upcoming techs. I have most my guys making 90-130k depending on work ethic and ability. Obviously these are season techs but it shows the potential for pay scale. It’s an often over looked industry with gobs of potential for growth either on the shop floor or in the office.

Knowing how old you are and any education would really help us make suggestions. Sorry to hear about your health probs, are you able bodied now?

jdcobra said:

I thought about maybe HVAC or even possibly getting into being a machinist since I have knowledge of CAM & CAD programs.

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Maybe look and see if any metal building companies are hiring draftsmen. Drafting was my plan B. Been drawing storages and metal buildings since 97. By 2000 I quit college and went with it full time. By 2005 I quit my job and have been self-employed since. I've worked from home since then contracting my drafting services. 3 years ago I joined a partnership and I am now developing storage properties and getting a piece of ownership.

My advice is to find something that interest you and apply yourself. It's called a job for a reason. Don't jump around too much. At some point you have to pick something and stick with it.

black4vcobra said:

Knowing how old you are and any education would really help us make suggestions. Sorry to hear about your health probs, are you able bodied now?

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I’m 29 and have some college under my belt. Sitting in a classroom just isn’t for me. As far as health goes, I’m pretty much able to do whatever. Some days are just worse than others like anyone else I’d imagine.

jdcobra said:

I’m 29 and have some college under my belt. Sitting in a classroom just isn’t for me. As far as health goes, I’m pretty much able to do whatever. Some days are just worse than others like anyone else I’d imagine.

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If the college track isn't your thing then I suggest getting into a trade. I have a professional engineering license and work for a small electrical engineering firm that designs substations and distribution lines. I work daily with journeyman linemen and they make nearly as much per hour as I do and they get OT and they have a pension.

I'm 36 and the guys who went the linemen route out of high school are WAY ahead of me financially.

I you don't have drive or a lot of hustle than avoid any kind of entrepreneurial endevour. The trades are good right now and at 29 it's not too late to learn though the clock is ticking.
Business's are willing to train people but what they're looking for is a good attitude, a eagerness to learn, and the ability to show up on time ready to work. Basically a good work ethic.
I will take an inexperienced new guy with those 3 things over a guy with 20 years experience, who knows everything and a disgruntled attitude.