I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

I worked out what I'd like to do for a living, and studied it. Now I'm seeing how difficult it is to get into my field. I currently work part-time in a job I really dislike - my wage just covers my living costs, but I still have debts from studying (I'm not talking about my student loan here), which I'm stuggling to reduce. I'm applying for jobs when they come up, but usually don't even get a reply, and haven't had a single interview this year. Various circumstances throughout last year got me very down, and I've been on Prozac now for 13 months. The only thing keeping me up, and getting me out of the house is going to the gym which I joined recently - I'm especially enjoying the yoga classes.

I'm in my mid 30s, and feel I've missed my chances. I'm not getting anywhere, I'm just slowly turning into a ghost. I can still enjoy things, though the lack of money is limiting what I can do. What's the point in carrying on?

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

DON'T give up on yourself EVER. Staying physically active is a smart idea. Keep focused, and a break will come. Choose to think positive and not dwell on the negative. Good luck to you.

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

Dude, you need an agent.....here's the plan-

start a religion, charge huge tithes to new followers, promise them anything, abscond with the money...problems solved.

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

OKay dont get discouraged. So make up your own job. Start yoru own business. Make flyers and be a personal trainer. Start a class workout for adults or kids. When you apply for jobs call them back. Let them know your serious and dedicated. Good luck.

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

I am experiencing something similar to your issue...I studied and finally got my degree, only to be unable to find a job in my chosen field because of lack of experience...so I'm doing something else, making less money than any of my friends, but unlike you I've not let it get me down THAT badly...

It's a bummer, true...but ya know what? I've got great friends, I live in an area I love, my job DOES cover my bills, and if I need more money then I can always work another job (even though that would be a total drag)...things could be so much worse than they are...I'm thankful to have what I do have...and every day I wake up I consider to be a great day!

Perhaps you just need a change of outlook...we don't always get what we want...studying something in college is no guarantee that we'll use it when we graduate...our lives are pretty much what we make them...make yours wonderful! :)

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

well go back to school and find a career you like! Do you like Policing, nursing, fireman!! You CAN do it!!! There are no limmits as to what you can do! The only limits we put are made by us. Keep moving forward.....I have faith in you wanna talk email me at hotbabe4eva1869athotmail.ca

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

There's plenty of work out there for the taking...Cleaners, catering services assistants, caretakers. Otherwise go on benefits like everyone else!

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

Wow, you're totally screwed aren't you? Some people have options, but obviously you don't.

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

. . . have you considered joining the Police - I'm sure a friend of mine would help you (and nothing against a %26quot;bummer%26quot; but wouldn't BH be happier as BJ?) . . .

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

you really didnt say what your major was? say if it was in the medical field apply for a job below what you want and try to work your way up or in office management try applying in the mail room or a telemarketeer in a large company where there is room for moving up. just stay positive and try posting your resume to different places you would like to work dont always wait till something comes up try looking for it yourself. check back with companies you posted your resume to in about 7 to ten days and keep calling it may irratate the job but it will also show them your serious and persistant

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

Find another career... when the going gets tough, yada yada yada... quitters never win and winners never blah blah blah... grey skies are gonna clear up so put on a happy whatever...

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

You sound like me a couple years ago. What you need to do is look at what you chose to do initially. For whatever reason, that didn't work. Now you have to think around it, create bridges and see where they take you.

My focus was mental health, I studied that, and injured by brain. Because I didn't have mental health, I branched out into community health, didn't work, I worked in retail, didn't work, food service, no, back to school - didn't work. I finally decided to go from my original interests, mental health, to physical health. I became a personal trainer and a massage therapist. I now have tools to get work, and I feel like I can do anything. Keep at it, and don't get down on yourself. There is a lot you can still do.

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

If you really want to turn this thing around and get back on your feet, you might try to get work through one of those temporary agencies (you'll find those in the yellow pages or, oftentimes they advertise in the %26quot;jobs%26quot; section of your local newspaper).. Sometimes these lead to permanent jobs. Or at least they get you out of the house, get you to mingle with people who may be in the same sort of boat you are and maybe you get to see that there are other alternatives. Good luck.

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

Well it would help if you told us what you studied and what type of position you are looking for. Now if it was me I would probably see if there is any type of volunter work that I could do in my field of study. I know it sucks not to get paid for doing what you love but it will be the expierance that you need to get to the job you want. I am assuming that you have never actually worked in the field that you are applying for so when they look at your resume there is no work history but if you volunter that is concidered work history in your field. Being that you only work part time right now that should allow you the necessary time to voluntier. Like I said earlier if I new your field of study I could maybe give a little better advise.

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

I'm sorry... I'm too sad to answer this question :(

Just do what you feel the best solution in your hart...

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I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

you could keep trying to find a job in your chosen career or you could go to adult school and get a degree in some other career. You could try to become a pharmacy tech. They make like about $14-16 an hour and most hospitals are in need of them.

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

What is the career path that you have selected? If you donate your time to get experience, you may end up creating more avenues for yourself.

In the meantime, focus on what works in your life. Find a place to make someone else's life better. Every time you see someone, play a game with yourself, see how many people's day you can improve just by interacting with them. See how that makes you feel.

When things are going wrong, it feels like there is no point at all. Things will improve!!!

More details please.

Contact your school and discuss techniques for getting employment.

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

I seriously feel for you especially if you're feeling the effects of depression (which i can completely understand). Anything I say might sound patronising right now but from my own experiences I'd seriously try a small amount of volunteering in an area close to the career that you're trying to break into (it's always easier to get in when you work for free) which could get you the contacts and cv fodder that makes the difference in getting an interview. It's not too late to pursue a different path. You say you enjoy yoga and the gym, maybe there's a volunteering opportunity there no matter how small the time you may have available. Try to find out what help or benefits might be available to you if you're barely covering living costs. Citizens advice can advise you if you feel unable to visit a benefits office right away.

Sounds trite, but talking to someone neutral can sometimes, not always help to sort out the wood from the trees.

wishing you the very best

I can't find work in my chosen career - what can I do with my life?

Hi ya why couldn't you find what you wanted? but in the mean time you are sounding so depressed,so the first thing is to recover from this,you can't rush it but keep going out and enjoy what you are doing,meeting people and going to the gym is a great way to find contacts,for jobs etc,then when you fell better try again,have you ever heard of the saying,if at first you don't succeed try try and try again,please don't give up,i was once told life's a **** you've just got to keep shovelling it.But i know at times that the shovel can get too heavy,but keep going there is a big wide world out there for you,there is somthing and someone waiting for you,i wish you good luck and keep smiling or at least try