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Become a dog groomer... Find a great teacher, that does awesome work, learn all you can, and eventually start your own business.
My husband started out driving a truck, bought a wrecker, then we started a pick a part (many many years ago), and then started buying scrap metal, and today we are one of the premier scrap metal buyers on the gulf coast. We "retired" about 10 years ago and our son now runs the business (he actually gets a lot of credit for making it into what it is today). It was LOTS of hard work and really labor intensive... but looking back today, it was all worth it.
Neither one of us have a college education, we just have a great work ethic, which is what it takes to be successful. Find something and grab hold of it. You don't have to LOVE to be good at it. I certainly didn't like driving that wrecker or sitting on that crane (an old Link Belt with no a/c) unloading trucks when it was 110 degrees out. Or any other time really, lol. But I/we did what we had to do. By the grace of God, it paid off for us, and I don't have to struggle these days. Find something that you think can be profitable and grab hold of it. Work your butt off and don't give up when things get tough. There is nothing stopping you but you. You can do it if you think you can! Just go for it!
Good luck!
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| Look into getting in the insurance industry. It's a HUGE industry with a ton of different opportunities and insurance will always be around wether it be auto, home, health, life etc.
Best of luck to you, I don't have a degree past my high school diploma and make a lot more than the average joes who do have degrees.. You just have to work hard and prove everybody wrong :) |
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Location: Texas | lindseylou2290 - 2015-11-12 1:13 PM
casualdust07 - 2015-11-12 12:58 PM
you can go into retail and try to work your way up that way.
Home Depot is really good about promoting from within .... Something to think about, a pal here in KS started out as a cashier for them, moved into kitchen/bath design, then applied and got their in-house scheduler/pay roll/ HR position. She is now applying for an area management position.
my bf didnt finish his bachelors and worked is way up and is now the GM of a large chain outdoor store. He makes what I will hope to make five years out of vet school, LOL. |
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Location: North Dakota | Well I'm planning on getting my real estate license. I tried college and hated it. It was a waste of money because I hated my major and had no idea what to switch to. My boytoy is in college now but is an after hours dispatcher for a power company and makes over $18 an hour and he's only been there 2.5 years. I used to do the same thing but moved on. There are some jobs out there that are kind of obscure that you have to really seek out. |
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Location: Jersey Girl | I have been at my job for 10 years and do not have a degree, however, it is required now. I would not beable to get this job if I were applying now.
Get the degree. For some reason employers don't think you are worthy unless you have one.
If college isn't for you then you need to have a trade.
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Location: MD | As an employment recruiter, I don't need a degree. so that's great, you're paid what you work for as it's 100% commission.
BUT also as an employment recruiter I can tell you the majority of the time we can't look at many people just because they don't have any sort of degree or schooling. Unfortunately. We all agree that school can be pretty useless, but completely necessary.
Edited by Crowned Image 2015-11-13 10:57 AM
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Location: KS | I would get the degree. Its worth it.
I majored in Animal Science 5 years ago, loved the major. Came back home right out of college to marry my now husband who also grew up in the same area. My folks farm and run a very nice cattle operation, neither went to college, and with a lot of hard work have built themselves up. My husband does the same, farms, custom hay work, and raises cattle, he went to school for a semester and never went back, best decision he probably could have made. He does pretty well for himself. I work at and Implement dealership, love my job, not what I pictured my self doing, but make a good living and I know I wouldn't make what I do without the college education. Have no regrets.
I didn't enjoy the actually going to college either, but I had a goal and took all the hours I could, finished in 3.5 years instead of the 4 and worked while doing that, its possible. I also college rodeoed for 3 of those years. Good Luck to you and know that it goes a lot faster than you think.
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Location: The edge of no where | Get the degree if that's an option at all. It's probably easier at this point in your life than it ever will be again to be in school - adulting is expensive! Mortgage, insurance, truck payment, feed bill, med insurance, home repairs - it's never ending. I do know several very sucessful people who have worked their way up with no degree - I also know that the company I work for will not even look at your resume unless you have a degree. After you've got several years job experience, degrees are less important - but it's tough to get your foot in the door without one. I've recently had a friend change jobs and even after 20 years of experience - there are a lot of companies that flat won't consider you without a degree.
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| I work for an accounting firm.. no degree. I am the youngest person here, have only been here for 7 1/2 years, but I am the highest billable rate employee under my boss (CPA). I'm in a small town and had the references and experience to be hired without the degree.. would not be so easy in a larger area. I get asked all the time if I'm going to become a CPA... heck no, I have a great job and can do all the same work without working 70 hour weeks like my boss. lol |
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Location: Red Raiderland | I think you should stick it out and get the degree. What are you studying? I remember your post about going to SMU, is that where you go now?
I loved college but not for the actual classes.  The experience was one of the best times in my life. Maybe you aren't at the right university?
I actually had a T-shirt that said, "Texas Tech, the best 5 or 6 years of my life." My dad was not amused.  |
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Location: So. California | If you can, continue your education and get that degree. There are so MANY qualified candidates applying for open positions, the degree may make the difference if you resume is actually reviewed or not. When the economy tanked, many went back to school and obtained their degree, it is almost impossible to get a decent paying job without a degree now. Yes, there are always exceptions to the rule and those that have been with their employeer for X number of years. The hard facts is that you need a degree to be competitive in today's job market. It will be worth it in the end. |
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Location: Texas |
Nope I'm still at community college.. I think that's part of my problem with the dislike is just not being at the right place, hopefully I can get out of there soon though. I'll only end up at SMU if I somehow get my hands on nice scholarship so I may be retaking some classes 
I'm thinking at this point I might as well stick it out. I took 54 hours(12 of thoughs being 1st semester the rest 2nd semester and mini semesters) total my freshmen year and failed/dropped about 20 hours because I had no reason to have signed up for that many classes and I think I just burned myself out.. It's no excuse just a learning experience.
My major right now is marketing and I think I want to change it to finance and maybe minor in sales. I've been the highest selling sales person in our store since we opened and i'm only there on seasonal currently so i'm thinking that might be a good path for me!
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Location: Red Raiderland | outrundaizy - 2015-11-12 5:46 PM Nope I'm still at community college.. I think that's part of my problem with the dislike is just not being at the right place, hopefully I can get out of there soon though. I'll only end up at SMU if I somehow get my hands on nice scholarship so I may be retaking some classes
I'm thinking at this point I might as well stick it out. I took 54 hours(12 of thoughs being 1st semester the rest 2nd semester and mini semesters) total my freshmen year and failed/dropped about 20 hours because I had no reason to have signed up for that many classes and I think I just burned myself out.. It's no excuse just a learning experience.
My major right now is marketing and I think I want to change it to finance and maybe minor in sales. I've been the highest selling sales person in our store since we opened and i'm only there on seasonal currently so i'm thinking that might be a good path for me!
Thank you everyone for the advice
Hang in there and you will have that degree in no time. Do you have to go to SMU or can you go to any of the other schools around our beautiful state? How about Texas Tech? I'm a little bias because that is my alma mater. My niece just started at Tech and absolutely loves it. My entire family has gone there. What about going to UNT? |
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Location: Texas | Kaycee - 2015-11-12 6:06 PM outrundaizy - 2015-11-12 5:46 PM Nope I'm still at community college.. I think that's part of my problem with the dislike is just not being at the right place, hopefully I can get out of there soon though. I'll only end up at SMU if I somehow get my hands on nice scholarship so I may be retaking some classes
I'm thinking at this point I might as well stick it out. I took 54 hours(12 of thoughs being 1st semester the rest 2nd semester and mini semesters) total my freshmen year and failed/dropped about 20 hours because I had no reason to have signed up for that many classes and I think I just burned myself out.. It's no excuse just a learning experience.
My major right now is marketing and I think I want to change it to finance and maybe minor in sales. I've been the highest selling sales person in our store since we opened and i'm only there on seasonal currently so i'm thinking that might be a good path for me!
Thank you everyone for the advice
I love tech but I'm not sure if I want to go that far away from home! The only 2 schools I could go to and live at home are SMU or UTD.. But Tech is still on my list of "maybe's " I just have to see where i'm at when it's time to transfer, tech gives the best transfer scholarships for state schools! |
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Location: Red Raiderland | outrundaizy - 2015-11-12 6:11 PM Kaycee - 2015-11-12 6:06 PM outrundaizy - 2015-11-12 5:46 PM Nope I'm still at community college.. I think that's part of my problem with the dislike is just not being at the right place, hopefully I can get out of there soon though. I'll only end up at SMU if I somehow get my hands on nice scholarship so I may be retaking some classes
I'm thinking at this point I might as well stick it out. I took 54 hours(12 of thoughs being 1st semester the rest 2nd semester and mini semesters) total my freshmen year and failed/dropped about 20 hours because I had no reason to have signed up for that many classes and I think I just burned myself out.. It's no excuse just a learning experience.
My major right now is marketing and I think I want to change it to finance and maybe minor in sales. I've been the highest selling sales person in our store since we opened and i'm only there on seasonal currently so i'm thinking that might be a good path for me!
Thank you everyone for the advice
YESSS! Be a Red Raider! I grew up in Lucas and went 7 hours away to Tech. It only takes a few weeks to adjust to being out there because there is sooooo much to do and most students come from DFW or Houston so most rarely go home on the weekends and there is always something going on no matter what your interest. My niece has been going out to the riding club/polo team and riding to de-stress. Good luck in whatever you chose to do but get that degree, girl!
I got my degree in Exercise Physiology and worked my way up to being a pharmacuetical rep because they loved hiring folks with B.S. degrees. I did other grunt sales jobs before pharma but it gave me great experience. |
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| I'm going to go out on a limb and say "get a degree - no matter WHAT it is" my dad told me that and he was RIGHT - again! It has opened SO many doors that would have never been opened. So very, very many places require a degree to just get in the door.
I always thought if I had to do it over again and couldn't get a degree for some reason, I would go to a trade school - automotive, welding - something like that - BUT, in order to make GOOD money doing that, eventually you'll have to start your own business - at least around here. |
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| Griz - 2015-11-13 5:35 AM I'm going to go out on a limb and say "get a degree - no matter WHAT it is" my dad told me that and he was RIGHT - again! It has opened SO many doors that would have never been opened. So very, very many places require a degree to just get in the door. I always thought if I had to do it over again and couldn't get a degree for some reason, I would go to a trade school - automotive, welding - something like that - BUT, in order to make GOOD money doing that, eventually you'll have to start your own business - at least around here.
Agree, many employers want to see that you have what it takes to stick with it and make good grades, demonstrating self discipline. My daughter has a bachelors in economics and an MBA. She worked in a related field for a coule of years but now is a pharmacy rep and making crazy money. It is not related to her degree at all but they don't hire anyone without a degree and good grades. Good luck, I know it is tough, especially when you have no idea what you want to do. Our son was floundering in college, terrible grades, had to come home. We sent him to career testing at a place in Dallas. It was 3 days of testing, they tell you your strengths and what careers compliment them. He discovered a degree in Environmental Engineering and has been an A/B student ever since. |
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Hungarian Midget Woman
Location: Midwest | Learn a trade. Welders and electricians are two that are in demand with a high earning potential.
However, since you have finished two years, I would continue until you complete a program.
What program are you in? I would advise looking into what positions this degree would qualify you for, and just how many jobs are available. This would allow you to potentially pick another program if you feel the market is soft for candidates graduating from your current path. |
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| I earned my bs and I'm on the board of a trade school here in Utah, and I can't understand why anybody wouldn't get a certification or degree in at least one of them. The job market is super competitive. You may not need it, but makes finding and keeping a job so much easier. Remember for employers, it is as much about the process as the degree. There is a huge gap in just the ability to work a computer between those who have gone to school and those who haven't. I pretty much refuse to hire somebody who hasn't done something. |
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