I'm starting work soon, any ideas on how I could best spend my time before it starts in one month? This is my second fulltime job since I finished my degree last year, and I'd be far away from home this time.
Just wondered if there are worthwhile things to do in this not so short, but not so long period of time.
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posted by vastopenspaces
on May 23, 2012 -
8 answers
Programmers and other IT folks: what advice can you give a programmer co-op student to help her get the most out of this summer job experience?
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posted by kitcat
on May 23, 2012 -
12 answers
I really need help figuring out my new career track. I want to take "the next step" and don't know where to start.
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posted by wolfdreams01
on May 20, 2012 -
1 answer
Should I forego an opportunity in a (somewhat competitive) field I am
not pursuing when I have nothing else lined up?
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posted by ichomp
on May 19, 2012 -
22 answers
I'm seeking any and all advice regarding my career search. I will be relocating to Los Angeles from the Midwest in July. I lived in Los Angeles prior to attending law school and have always wanted to move back. I graduated from law school this month and will be taking the California bar exam. Unfortunately, the Career Services department at my school offers me very little assistance.
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posted by anonymous
on May 18, 2012 -
8 answers
I just landed a dream internship (part time, unpaid) that will probably last about 6-8 months. Please help me avoid self sabotage so I can turn it into a job/career.
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posted by anonymous
on May 17, 2012 -
7 answers
I am a Systems Engineer. I work with models and simulations and do a lot of work with Excel and Bespoke modelling tools and massive massive piles of data. I'm pretty good at it, most of the time.
But, what else could I do (preferably in or near London) ?
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posted by Just this guy, y'know
on May 17, 2012 -
3 answers
Roughneck/oil rig filter: Im trying to pursue a career change and working on an oil rig & doing the roughneck type work is something I'm interested in. Ive been a IT Support/Network administrator/Network engineer for the past 12 years and its time for a change and time to get out of the office environment. How do i get into this line of work? I see a lot of websites promising to "Help you" get into the industry but when i look closer they look like a bunch of crap. Anyways if anyone knows please let me know. BTW...Looking for something in Tx...Ideally working xxxx number of days on xxxx number of days off because i have a family. Really any foot in the door would be ideal i just don't know how to get there,
posted by flipmiester99
on May 16, 2012 -
4 answers
What are productive ways to use a year off from work if I want to make myself more marketable, skilled, and noteworthy?
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posted by anonymous
on May 16, 2012 -
7 answers
I'm a PhD student, and I'd like to do more academic networking over email. How does this work, and what should the emails sound like?
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posted by anonymous
on May 16, 2012 -
14 answers
CFA worth it for a role in Real Estate Investment? I was wondering if the CFA will be useful to me if I want to work in Real Estate Investment – starting probably with a Commercial Brokerage firm in their asset management department, which would involve buying and holding investment properties for their income as well as possible capital appreciation. Ultimately perhaps work for some kind of REIT.
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posted by web74
on May 12, 2012 -
6 answers
I'm a current senior graduating with a degree in chemistry from a fairly selective liberal arts problem. The catch is that I really, really do not want a job in a chemistry lab when I graduate. I'm looking for ideas for alternative career options that would be realistic for a chemistry graduate.
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posted by aleatorictelevision
on May 11, 2012 -
17 answers
Career coach or someone who can help me find/get a job in my field (social work/non-profit)? Getting desperate and losing hope after three years of no luck. In NYC.
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posted by greta simone
on May 11, 2012 -
14 answers
I need a concrete career goal/path/direction with possibility of grad school or other type of education.
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posted by anonymous
on May 9, 2012 -
11 answers
A year and a half ago, stuck in what I thought was a dead-end job, I decided to do a degree in computing/IT with the Open University. Six months later, I landed a job as a Test Analyst in the IT department of the company I was working for. I now have an actual career. I've been continuing with the degree, but I'm finding bits of it very dull and it's difficult to get motivated. Should I keep going?
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posted by xchmp
on May 8, 2012 -
18 answers
Can I fast track myself into a freelance IT career in a week? (I don't work in IT, nor have I any experience.)
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posted by popcassady
on May 7, 2012 -
24 answers
I just started a job at a finance leadership program at a Fortune 500 company. The program is extremely well known is 2 years long and is on the path to become an executive at this pretisgious company. I joined right after school ended (4 days) and never really had a strong inclination to go into finance. I knew that from the begining, while I know I do not want to stay there long-term as I am likley leaving after 2 years, I'd love to hear thoughts on whether I should leave the company now.
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posted by happydude123
on May 3, 2012 -
11 answers
I have excellent spatial intelligence and ADHD. What jobs would be great for me besides surveying?
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posted by lover
on Apr 28, 2012 -
8 answers
I've recently returned to my home country after 12 years overseas. Just as I'm slowly starting to feel settled again after 6 months at home, an unexpected and very attractive job opportunity offers to take me abroad again. Should I resume the expat lifestyle? Of course it's not that simple...
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posted by aussie_in_NY
on Apr 28, 2012 -
6 answers
I have the opportunity for free education/certification in practically any IT field. Please help me decide the best route....
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posted by lattiboy
on Apr 27, 2012 -
8 answers
I've been offered a position at another company. Should I leave my current comfortable job at a lowly-regarded company for a scary new one at a more well-respected company? Will you help me weigh the pros and cons?
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posted by windbox
on Apr 26, 2012 -
8 answers
Verbally accepted a job offer, but now a dream offer has come along...
What should I do?
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posted by tda101
on Apr 24, 2012 -
24 answers
I work for a non-profit. A personal friend of my boss is trying to poach me to a much better paying job in the private sector. What is the ethical way to navigate this?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 20, 2012 -
8 answers
Tools for visualizing the interim steps of long-term goals, when there's no established model for the long term goal? Longer description inside.
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posted by Cool Papa Bell
on Apr 20, 2012 -
6 answers
I am thinking about majoring in Art History, and would like to know from others that have obtained a bachelors in this area if it was worth it to them?
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posted by Lillian7
on Apr 19, 2012 -
42 answers
I quit a job without notice more than a year ago, and I still haven't fully recovered. Please help me overcome my shame and move on with my life.
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posted by constellations
on Apr 18, 2012 -
31 answers
I am interested in a career in teaching, and would love to teach abroad for some time.
Immediatly, I must find a way to live in Fiji for the next 6-12+ months (Fiancee is Fijian). ESL, Tutoring, etc. sounds like a viable option, especially if it helps my long term career goals. But currently have no teaching experience. Need advice, how might I do this?
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posted by DaftMythic
on Apr 16, 2012 -
5 answers
Classy, not-too-ugly shoes. Level of difficulty: for a lady, chem and clean room lab appropriate (no heels, foot completely covered).
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posted by tchemgrrl
on Apr 13, 2012 -
22 answers
Pay less for online classes or more for sitting in a classroom? Get clicky for career-switching details...
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posted by mild deer
on Apr 12, 2012 -
10 answers
Hello everyone! Once again I am turning to AskMeFi for advice. The gist of it is: I'm a recent UK-based graduate in a non-finance discipline, and decided to make the move into finance and accounting. So far I have completed the three foundation modules of ACCA International, and am about to start studying for the upcoming F4 exam... and I've started to look for relevant jobs. Of course, the problem is experience (lack of). I've never had a direct finance job, and most positions (including entry-level ones [don't get me wrong; I know it's a long road and I'm barely at the start!]) seem to demand at least 2 years' experience. So, what to do?
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posted by jhighmore
on Apr 11, 2012 -
5 answers
How do I begin to choose a new career / field completely different from what I do now?
I'd like to do is go back to university and get a masters in a new field. I've thought of several options (i.e. materials engineer, public policy, law) but I don't know how to choose and by looking around the internet they all seem like they could be interesting but how do i know i'd like it for the next 30yrs?? On top of spending at least 2yrs of my life back in school studying, I don't want to end up hating it like my current career.
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posted by pytar gucchy
on Apr 9, 2012 -
10 answers
I've been offered a home-based support position with a certain fruit-centric tech company we all know. Some aspects of working from home are appealing, but I'm concerned about potential limitations for advancement, as my goal is to remain at said company and move up the ladder. Should I hold out for an office-based position or jump at the chance to work for them now?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 8, 2012 -
6 answers
I've been accepted to a PHD program at the University of Maryland's
iSchool, and will likely be researching social media and social gaming for my dissertation. I'm excited, love the program, and can't wait to start publishing work as part of the academic community, however
recent discussion on Metafilter, and a smaller living stipend than I expected, have me second guessing what I thought was a great opportunity. Details inside...
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posted by codacorolla
on Apr 6, 2012 -
13 answers
I have been unmotivated to do pretty much anything outside of work for a several months now. Help me get back on the horse.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 6, 2012 -
7 answers
