ive been thinking more about careers. i initially wanted to go back to school for auto mechanics but ive heard a few things that are making me wonder if i should. im gonna go back to school next year but i really dont know what the heck i should go for. im kinda clueless as to what careers are out there.  i already went to school for computers and stuff and i def dont wanna stay in this field.  so maybe some of you guys that have been out in the workforce a bit longer than I can gimme some ideas and thoughts on good field to get into.

Ryan

whatcha like/interested in?

whatcha like/interested in?

hmm.. fishing,fishing and more bass fishing lol

thats a big problem for me, im not into much. i used to be really really into cars but i kinda lost my interest and heard some things about working on cars i didnt like so im trying to find out that else is out there for me.

couldn't see that one coming.  ;D

Stay somewhere you can tollerate for a while, save up some money and open a guide business. Starting to sound more and more what I want to do. Also you could go to school for biology, and work as a conservationist, or biologist. Also something I've been thinking about.

Otherwise It sounds like you would rather do something outdoors. The problem with this is you gotta take the good with the bad, Unless you live somewhere with a perfect climate.

Do you check these out on a regular basis (or any other states)?

http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/employ.htm

http://www.fish.state.pa.us/career.html

http://www.dec.ny.gov/about/jobs.html

how bout carpentry work...you get to be inside sometimes and outside sometimes too....i got into it about 3 years ago...went to school for it for one year...worked in it for a year and a half, then moved and was out of it for about 9 months, and now i am back to it and i love it

Cliff

You seem to be quite diverse in your interests........Find an industry you enjoy...could be fishing and start contacting companies in that industry for a SALES Position. Having the ability to relate to others and having diversity in your interests and knowledge is a huge plus.

I started my career as a sales rep...moved to training.....moved back to sales...then to management and now own my own business. The skills you learn in sales are transferable to a multitude of industries.

If you understand Automotive/Cars look into that industry....same as computers and technology.

And god forbid you find a company like Rapala, ***..(nudge-nudge), Shimano where you can represent their products and companies.

You can also become independent and that is where companies like *** come in.....Have a line of products and vendors who you can represent and get their products into stores that they otherwise may not be able to or have the time to.

Just my .02

Hope that helps

Just some recent experiences from my line of work. I am in the Marine Corps and my MOS is electronic technician. I have been doing this for 9 years now. Can be fun, but also repetitive. I have recently had two Sergeants get out after 5 years. Keep in mind these are 23 yo guys. They put in resumes on Monster jobs and both were hired almost immediatly with multiple offers. One is now in Utah making around 65k a year starting and another went on to a Fed contracting job making dang near 100k a year. The market for these type jobs is wide open  but sometimes you have to be willing to relocate . I am just throwing this out there for you as an option. Good luck no matter which path you take.

I went to school for cars too. I regret it.

I'm in carpentry as well. Pays great, but leaves alot to be desired for me.

I didn't go to auto mechanics school, but I got to do better, and skip it, and go directly into the field.

It's less then pleasing, to say the least and am itching to go back to school and make something better of my life.

Take a risk and start a business.  I know, easier said than done, but if you guys knew how many times I failed before I actually succeeded you'd see my point.  

Take a risk and start a business.  I know, easier said than done, but if you guys knew how many times I failed before I actually succeeded you'd see my point.  

what kinda business though? my gf just opened a dog grooming salon lol

Just some friendly advice...If you are thinking that school is a necessisty for you to land that dream job...you may be barking up the wrong tree. FIND SOMETHING YOU LIKE!!! There is nothing worse than dropping a lot of coin on some education and then doing something completely different.

so maybe some of you guys that have been out in the workforce a bit longer than I can gimme some ideas and thoughts on good field to get into.

Ryan

Oh geez...this is like asking whether Daiwa is better than Shimano

First question.  Can you live in a cubicle, or is that just not a possibility?  The answer could narrow down things a lot.

IT field - NJ, NY area: $50,000 to $80,000

Auto mechanic: a good one is pulling about $32000

I don't see the confusion of choice. Look around at the cost of living in the Garden State and it should supply your answer.

Maybe you can put the computer skills to use working for a company in the fishing or outdoor industry?? That way you still make good $$$ but are surrounded by what you enjoy. I bet if you were the local IT guy for for a BPS or Cabela's store or smaller local retailer (just for example) you might be able to enjoy your craft a little more. Same goes for all companies making rods/reels/tackle/boats/etc. Worth a look, I would think.

Good luck.

Any interest in repairs, calibrating, and maintenance of electronics?  I rarely work on the same thing daily.    My job never gets boring.  It does come with some pressure if you let it.    

Peoples lives depend on me to do my job correctly.

Matt