#LostJob #CareerAdvice #WhatsNext
Hey there! So, I recently lost my job that I absolutely despised, and now I’m at a crossroads trying to figure out where to go next. I graduated with an English degree during the pandemic, and let’s just say the job hunt hasn’t been smooth sailing.
Living with my parents, helping out with expenses, and dealing with anxiety and depression, things have been a rollercoaster. I’ve dabbled in retail and odd jobs, but nothing seems to stick. I’m not keen on the idea of working insane hours just to make ends meet like some of my pals in trades.
I have a passion for voice acting, but I know it’s going to take time to kick off. I need something stable that pays well and allows me to have a social life. I’ve been told tech and healthcare are volatile fields, so I’m a bit lost on where to turn.
If anyone has any suggestions or advice on potential career paths that won’t have me spinning my wheels, I’m all ears. Drop your thoughts below! 🤔 #CareerAdviceNeeded #HelpMeOut #LookingForDirection
Have you considered becoming a marketing or UX copywriter?
Imagine losing a job you actually loved….
With an English degree, try to get government work, specifically, your local county clerk. Your best bet is to tailor your resume towards what they’re looking for entry-level-wise… then look up their H.R department.
(Edit… also USAjobs.gov, though there are often stricter, heavier requirements)
Your entry-level job will probably be renewing car tags, signing over titles, etc. 6 months in, possibly even earlier than that, look for places to transfer to – loads of opportunity.
Seriously, you can’t afford medication? It’d no longer be a problem. Want vacation/more time to work on projects? Can’t really get better unless you’re a skilled-worker.
Seriously, think about using that degree to get into this, be professional, keep home at home, work at work, don’t trust anyone and you’ll be working on a fucking pension, like money they pay you until you die after you retire (like 15-20 years of service) sitting on your ass half the time.
Don’t fuck it up like I did, and I had a wonderful job 👍
After I left my accounting job, I had a really good run as certified nurse assistant, it doesn’t pay well but better than retail, it was physically demanding but led to a level of fitness that I had never known. The benefits and insurance were solid, never had a problem affording medication. There were opportunities for growth too. Tuition benefit. I later used this to transfer to a desk job for the hospital and went to school in the evening for a masters in social work free of charge. I’ll answer any questions you might have.