Help. At age 50 i need a new career

brijames · May 30, 2008

Have worked blue collar all my life here in Michigan, warehouse/manufacturing. Well you know how that story ends here in this great State. So I'm needing to head another direction, go back to school, whatever it takes. It's kinda scary so late in life but I have no choice.
Any of you that have gone the same route perhaps, I would love to hear how you did it. I'm looking at going back to school for IT or perhaps criminal justice as the demand in those two fields seems high.
Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.

5starbomb · May 30, 2008

Vegas needs teachers BAD

Iceman · May 30, 2008

brijames said:
Have worked blue collar all my life here in Michigan, warehouse/manufacturing. Well you know how that story ends here in this great State. So I'm needing to head another direction, go back to school, whatever it takes. It's kinda scary so late in life but I have no choice.
Any of you that have gone the same route perhaps, I would love to hear how you did it. I'm looking at going back to school for IT or perhaps criminal justice as the demand in those two fields seems high.
Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.

I just finished reading the book "The Passion Test". I highly recommend it for answers to questions like yours. I found it very helpful. Bottom line you only live once do what you love, the money will come.

TheRightSide · May 30, 2008

Where do you live?

Can you weld?

Shipping and receiving?

My company doesn't pay great at the beginning but we have opennings.

Mr.Smith · May 30, 2008

you might want to check online for Federal jobs. for instance TSA security at the airport is usually hiring. its not dangerous, pays decently and federal jobs have really good benefits as far as healthcare and timeoff

Brock Landers · May 30, 2008

Be open to relocating, the key is flexibility. Hell if you are willing to go to alberta there are 100K + paying jobs in oil fields..

Enfuego · May 30, 2008

brijames said:
Have worked blue collar all my life here in Michigan, warehouse/manufacturing. Well you know how that story ends here in this great State. So I'm needing to head another direction, go back to school, whatever it takes. It's kinda scary so late in life but I have no choice.
Any of you that have gone the same route perhaps, I would love to hear how you did it. I'm looking at going back to school for IT or perhaps criminal justice as the demand in those two fields seems high.
Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.

Good for you buddy. If you're unahappy go after it and do something else. The fed jobs are at www.usajobs.com and that's a good start especially if you can get into the system.

Good luck in whatever you decide.

Doug · May 30, 2008

maybe start a dog poop removal business ?

$tinky · May 30, 2008

you got a wife? kids?

oldirtyku · May 30, 2008

If you have time to learn and want to make a lot of cash IT is the way to go.

barman · May 30, 2008

Provide gigilo services to women over age 65

They love that young 50 year old stuff

Legend-I-Aint · May 30, 2008

barman said:
Provide gigilo services to women over age 65

They love that young 50 year old stuff

Love it Barman!

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scromagnumman · May 30, 2008

Brock Landers said:
Be open to relocating, the key is flexibility. Hell if you are willing to go to alberta there are 100K + paying jobs in oil fields..

right. if you start out as a labourer and prove yourself worthy you can make huge money as you gain experience. if you got a trade, it's even better. i believe some welders make close to 100$ per hour.

i'm trying to get a connection there myself. pushing 50 too. the turnover is unreal in the oil patch. people come and go like crazy. if you get a job on the rigs themselves, be prepared to be covered in oil and dirt. a friend i know says the labourers are called "rig pigs".:money8:

SoCal · May 30, 2008

if your good on the phone with people... go into sales. if you find the right company, you can make bank. just a thought.

bigtendominator · May 30, 2008

PornoPaul said:
I know what you can do as long as you're... you know ....:smoker2:

PP

What no more Shy Love in your avatar?

My wife went back to school in her mid 30s and was working for 1st year full-time. I know it isn't easy if you do that, but keep at it and you will finish faster than you think. You can load up on classes, talk with profs and let them know your situation. Don't get frustrated. I speak from experience, I had been out of work for several months until recently. If you are going to go to school now is the best time.

Good luck!

VIEJODINOSAUR · May 30, 2008

Apply for a MOD job...they make millons!

Betallsports · May 31, 2008

VIEJO DINOSAUR said:
Apply for a MOD job...they make millons!

THAT'S PRETTY FUNNY

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ParanoidAndroid · May 31, 2008

Here's a serious reply for you:

Find your nearest ITT Tech because they now offer a program in "Construction Management". Put in the time, get the cert. There is a HUGE demand for good construction project managers. I haven't seen a posting that doesn't offer at least 100K and there's jobs all across the country. If you get the cert, learn the ropes on one real site, you'll be making 6-figures in no time.

Good luck!

gatorhater · May 31, 2008

ParanoidAndroid said:
Here's a serious reply for you:

Find your nearest ITT Tech because they now offer a program in "Construction Management". Put in the time, get the cert. There is a HUGE demand for good construction project managers. I haven't seen a posting that doesn't offer at least 100K and there's jobs all across the country. If you get the cert, learn the ropes on one real site, you'll be making 6-figures in no time.

Good luck!

Best advice on here. I work in the CM industry and there is a huge need nation wide. Not sure about where you live but in Vegas for sure

Fishhead · May 31, 2008

Become a video poker/slot pro and/or take up farming.

The current food crisis in this world is a boom for farmers...........being you live in Michigan, Iowa is just a stones throw away, a place that has numerous casinos scattered throughout the best farmland in the country.