Anyone else doing crappier jobs later in life?

[MichaelD]

What is it with Canada and free stuff? If you live in this state/province/whatever they call it you get free health care. But just one state over and it's free hookers and blow. But OVER HERE it's free gasoline AND popcorn.

I know you've got two tanks now, Canada, but you need to disclose your secrets of how to do so many wonderful things, for so many, at the same time, nationwide!!

 

[iGas]

I think it is good that the OP found a job, but IMHO it may do a lot of good for the OP mental health if he move out, and perhaps travel on his own to a see how the other half lives.

 

[Locut0s]

I think it is good that the OP found a job, but IMHO it may do a lot of good for the OP mental health if he move out, and perhaps travel on his own to a see how the other half lives.

Yes that would do me good. I have to think about the timing of it though.

 

[iGas]

Chris Rock - Cure for Depression

 

[the DRIZZLE]

There's no shame in taking these kind of jobs while you are in school, even if you are older than the average student. However, there's a decent chance that you have some skill that could earn you considerably more on a hourly basis even part time so keep that in mind.

 

[Molondo]

dude, you live in vancouver. doesn't the government give you free health care and an apartment? your $7.70/hr would be equivalent to $22 here with those benefits. stop complaining

You are so full of hate bro. You are sad.

 

[JimmiG]

I'm 27 and doing tech support. Used to work part-time as a system administrator for a much smaller company, made much more per-hour, but I didn't work that many hours in the week.

Current job is OK, but it's a bit annoying that I'm the only one with student loans and a proper education. Guess I'll be able to move on after working 1-2 years here to get the work experience down in my Cv.

 

[Mr. Lennon]

I have trouble finding any sorrow for the OP

Many of us have given you countless advice on how to go about changing your life. Emotional problems suck (I suffer from clinical depression/anxiety), but you need to stop using them as your scapegoat.

I was in the OP's situation from ages 18-21. Didn't know what the fuck I wanted to do with my life other than wanting to work in entertainment. I allowed my depression to hold me back...telling myself that I'm useless and don't have a chance. Finally, after almost losing my life to an accidental overdose, I decided get help and pursue my dreams. I'm now working creatively at a major cable network.

Change your life OP before its too late.

 

[Gibson486]

I got laid off doing controls and electrical work in consulting. I was sad I got laid off, but I hated the job. I was not paid alot in engineering standards (55k), but it was more than I am making now. I started doing my own thing starting 3 months ago. I have been getting by with these really cheap and really short term contracts. On friday, I just signed my first bigger contract. It is only 3 months, but it is with a known company. The pay is still low, but I really rather do this than go back to consulting in controls. Infact, after I left, I denied two job offers that paid very well because I hated that job so much.

 

[busydude]

26 and never worked full time. I think I'll be 29 or 30 before I start working.

 

[OILFIELDTRASH]

26 and never worked full time. I think I'll be 29 or 30 before I start working.

This is something to be proud of?

 

[postmortemIA]

This is something to be proud of?

hell yeah! If Romney is proud to get all his income from "previous investments", then I envy both.

 

[busydude]

This is something to be proud of?

That is because I am still a student.

 

[Udgnim]

in terms of money, yes

in terms of what I have an interest in, DEFINITELY NOT

 

[SandEagle]

26 and never worked full time. I think I'll be 29 or 30 before I start working.

what degree/profession? 26 and living in mommy's basement?

 

[busydude]

what degree/profession? 26 and living in mommy's basement?

What ever makes you happy..SE.

 

[SandEagle]

What ever makes you happy..SE.

simple question yaar. you going to be a 30 yr old liberal arts graduate or a doctor or what?

 

[Modular]

Nope I've been extremely blessed. Especially for someone with "worthless" English and Political Science degrees.

OP, please tell me that you're getting professional help with your emotional problems. I struggled heavily with that in college. The only way for it (or anything) to get better in your life is for you to take the first step, no matter how small.

This job is a step, but more importantly, you need to see a therapist or MD.

 

[OILFIELDTRASH]

You're in some kinda mental funk OP. It's like you're sitting in a puddle of your own piss and crying about it yet you refuse to pick yourself out of your own puddle of piss.
I really never recommend professional help as I've always just dealt with crap myself but you really need it.

 

[Red Squirrel]

After high school I could not wait to go to work, I just hated the idea that I was doing meaningless work just for the sake of being tested on it. After HS I took a basic 3 year comp sci program while some people were going to these high end universities and stuff and spending tons of money.

Got a job each summer between college years, got hired by that company a few month after I graduated. Been 5 years and I've aleady moved through 3 jobs at this company. Started at help desk, went as L3 server tech, and now working in the NOC. I liked all 3 jobs, but when I saw another position come out I decided to apply and see what happens, and I got it. I'm in a good life situation now, 25, working for a decent size company (especially for this town) and making a bit over 60k per year, own a house... Can't complain.

Really all my life I never had huge goals, I Just wanted a job I like that pays decent, a house, and that's what I ended up with. Some people want 100k jobs and aim for that, but those jobs are for and few between. Best to aim more realistically, and later in life you can always work up if you want to.

Some people I know that are my age are STILL in school, and have tons of debt. I don't get the point of waiting so long to go in the work force. Life is short, the faster you can start making real money, the faster you can retire, and enjoy what's left.

 

[Locut0s]

You're in some kinda mental funk OP. It's like you're sitting in a puddle of your own piss and crying about it yet you refuse to pick yourself out of your own puddle of piss.
I really never recommend professional help as I've always just dealt with crap myself but you really need it.

It's not just some kind of mental funk, I have a couple of serious diagnosed emotional problems. I am receiving professional help, though not the best at the moment. It may sound pathetic but the very fact that I even got this job is a step for me. I have trouble even leaving the house many days because of my anxiety and depression.

 

[mmntech]

I'm 26 and was working as a car detailer/driver for a rental car company. I only just got a new job doing news desk ops at major cable station. Took me two years to get that far after graduating. This is the new norm now. Especially with the recession and the boomers refusing to retire.

 

[Pardus]

Just got a grocery store job, 3 days a week, as a produce clerk. Restocking, cleaning, washing produce etc... I AM going back to school so it's not like a permanent job. Still feels a little odd at 29 to be doing this I suppose, not that there aren't lots of older people doing it. Still, because of my emotional problems it's better than nothing.

Your salary is dependent on education and experience in your field.

Working at grocery store i would pay someone minimal wage because anyone can do it. If you have emotional problems and can't work in an office environment that will hurt you.

I go though 50-100 resumes a day, anyone applying with a GED, there resume goes in the trash. Any resume with spelling or grammatical errors, also trash. Then come the interview, if you show up late, prepare to get a rejection letter.

 

[Modular]

I go though 50-100 resumes a day, anyone applying with a GED, there resume goes in the trash. Any resume with spelling or grammatical errors, also trash. Then come the interview, if you show up late, prepare to get a rejection letter.

I know it's not a resume, so you (hopefully) didn't proof read this. Heh.