How Do I Get Motivated To Go Out In The Workforce And What Work Should I Do?
I have been out of work for 6 years and don’t really specialize in anything. My certificates are outdated (clerical and medical assistant) and I want to do something that’s in demand. I can’t make up my mind on what career to commit to. Right now I’m thinking of truck driving (which is what my father and my son’s father does) or massage therapy. I’ve looked into so many work from home things, but they all seem like a rip off. I’m overweight and can’t stand too long, so I need something that’s gonna be easy on my body and in demand. Any advice? Oh and I owe $10k to FAFSA for the medical assistant school. I’m very poor and don’t know which direction to turn. I’ve done customer service, telemarketing, was a carny, did fast food, worked in a library, had a paper route, worked in a kitchen, did production, was a file clerk, and had endless unfinished trainings in forklift, sales (cutco, tupperware, avon, beauticontrol), bank teller, and I just can’t seem to find my niche.
I’m not motivated to get up and leave the house after being a shut in for so long, so I’m not into hustling people to buy anything. I just want to work, be in the zone, be helpful and important and be paid a decent wage for something I enjoy. What I enjoy is music, being on the computer and watching TV. I like taking pictures and want to help people in a way that doesn’t drain my soul. I can’t make up my mind. How do I get the motivation I need? Please help.
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2 Comments to “How Do I Get Motivated To Go Out In The Workforce And What Work Should I Do?”
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By Jewelzie, February 22, 2010 @ 6:50 pm
Wow, you sound like a sad soul ~ Sorry to hear you dilemma
I would suggest that you take those test on line that describes your personality as well as the ones that tells you what career best suits your personality
I have done these and they are very accurate. You most likely don’t want to go back to school as you already owe money
Also, I suggest that you get out and walk for at least 1 hour during your favorite part of the day ~ I happen to not really like leaving my home while people are out and about but love to leave when it is dark either late in the evening or early in the morning. I walk in a safe lighted place and it gives me motivation and clarity
One last thing just go to a staffing co for now and you may have to go to several since the economy is not at it’s best right now there are a lot of people using them but don’t get frustrated they will find you something even if you just do temp stuff.
Good Luck~
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