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Making A Something-Level Career out of Very, Very Little.

I have recently acknowledged that my aimlessness has kept me trapped in retail and unable to find better for myself. My goal from several months ago - to find a double-digit hourly position by the anniversary of my graduation from college - is far from accomplished. I am not giving myself another year to mess up, but I'm having some trouble discerning where I should go. [more inside]
posted by Ashen on Apr 27, 2013 - 16 answers

 

Leaving job shortly after promotion?

I landed a big promotion. I don't think it's been a good fit. How do I develop an exit strategy? [more inside]
posted by bombastic on Apr 15, 2013 - 5 answers

Talk to me programmers!

Is it worth changing careers, getting a masters in CS? [more inside]
posted by nel on Apr 12, 2013 - 17 answers

Creative jobs outside of education, possibly finance/math-related?

What jobs outside of education would fit my interests and experiences (most of which are education-related)? Are there jobs related to my math major that will appeal to my need for creative outlets in my work? [more inside]
posted by violetish on Apr 9, 2013 - 9 answers

Do I really want to go into medicine, or do I simply want to want it?

I've been setting my goal on medicine (looks like it's not immediately, but in the next few years). However, I've been having doubts and second thoughts ever since I went into my undergraduate years. I'm graduating undergrad now, and have an entry-level job at a hospital. How and when will I know if that's what I want? [more inside]
posted by Seeking Direction on Apr 6, 2013 - 23 answers

Masters in maths? Difficulty level: Have bachelors in graphic design

Dear Mefites, a long time ago I got a degree in graphic design but never worked in the industry. Along the way I somehow (don't remember how or why or when) became interested in math and I finished a graduate diploma in maths as a distance learning course in my free time. I am considering applying for masters programmes in maths or related subjects but ... can I? Should I? [more inside]
posted by Cat Set Go on Mar 31, 2013 - 10 answers

Interpret this Endorsement

Does anyone know how the Linked-In "endorsement" process works? (Snowflake details below.) [more inside]
posted by wolfdreams01 on Mar 8, 2013 - 12 answers

When will my personal startup bubble burst?

I'm working for a start-up and I don't think it's going to succeed. Am I right, and if so, how can I salvage something useful from this situation? [more inside]
posted by Encipher on Feb 22, 2013 - 15 answers

Independent contractor - quandary re: asking for/demanding higher fee

I'm technically an independent contractor but essentially an employee without benefits for a small company. How do I renegotiate a higher fee when I've gone over hours on projects these past 6 months ? I am underpaid for the services I provide - my fault for not being more savvy at the start. [more inside]
posted by faraasha on Feb 11, 2013 - 11 answers

Do mental health therapists typically seek therapy

I'm asking for one of my sons. He's looking into the psychology program in college and thinks it would be interesting. He was wondering if therapists/psychologists typically seek therapy for themselves after or before practice. He was wondering if it would cause him to burn out or need help to deal with clients. I'd like to add he's thinking of adolescent kids and young adults. He was tossing that up with another career in the health field and I have no idea how to answer this for him. We've looked online and the answers seem to be all over the place, with mostly yes, they do seek therapy - but is it because of the work or because of other issues?
posted by lasamana on Feb 6, 2013 - 18 answers

How to leave a job after a short time

I hope this will be my last job-related question for quite a while. I want to give two weeks' notice today or tomorrow at this job and I'm not sure how to go about it. [more inside]
posted by trillian on Jan 31, 2013 - 7 answers

Balancing career and adventure.

My friends are all prepping for careers, and I'm wondering how I'll balance mine with the many things I want to do that are (probably) mutually exclusive. Looking for insight. [more inside]
posted by Urban Winter on Jan 27, 2013 - 10 answers

Are you an experienced investigator? Help me be great at my job.

I am seeking professional advice from experienced investigators working on internal investigations in institutional contexts - what can I read, do, practice, etc. to be effective and successful at my new job? [more inside]
posted by zdravo on Jan 15, 2013 - 5 answers

How should a partial PhD be presented on resume when looking for a job?

I’m looking for opinions on how to best represent coursework and research taken toward a PhD on my resume. [more inside]
posted by Lord Force Crater on Jan 7, 2013 - 8 answers

In Search of Career Inspiration

Straightforward question. I have the following ideas about what I would like out of job, but is there actually a career that can tie them all togther? [more inside]
posted by fishingforthewhale on Jan 7, 2013 - 5 answers

Career advice for young couple in their 30's

Career advice for young couple in their 30's: What is their best path forward? [more inside]
posted by 99percentfake on Jan 6, 2013 - 27 answers

PSR worker looking for career change

Hi There. I am currently working in Idaho state as a PSR Worker. I do skills training in the public school system and with kids in the community. I enjoy working with children tremendously. I would do PSR forever, but it pays very little and there are no benefits (I work for a private agency) and I would like to find a career path that offers better pay, health insurance and a retirement plan. It would be a plus for a broad field. I am not disagreeable to the idea of pursuing additional education. Any suggestions for occupations with similar skills and duties that pay decently? (30K/year starting is totally acceptable) Thanks for reading this post and have a great day. [more inside]
posted by neanderloid on Jan 5, 2013 - 7 answers

To suit or not to suit?

What to wear to a non-librarian library interview? [more inside]
posted by trillian on Jan 2, 2013 - 14 answers

This is not what I signed up for.

About a month ago, I accepted a job with the federal government. The salary was mutually understood to be at the GS-12 level. I just got a call that the job will now be at the GS-9 level due to fiscal cliff issues. What do I do now? [more inside]
posted by jcatus on Dec 28, 2012 - 35 answers

Love writing but...

I've always had communications-related jobs, but they never seem to be the right fit. I'm a great writer (although I have a love/hate relationship with writing), but I also helping enjoy helping people and interacting with people, etc., and writing is a pretty solitary job. (Well, PR isn't, but that's one area I want to stay away from, as well as fundraising). Have any other writer-types who are like me found a solution? (Oh, and I don't want to take on grad-school loans right now.)
posted by trillian on Dec 14, 2012 - 15 answers

What does a professional statistician do?

(Good) jobs involving probability and statistics other than math teacher or actuary? [more inside]
posted by CustooFintel on Dec 3, 2012 - 15 answers

College junior interested in freelance illustrating, has taken absolutely no courses at the college level.

I might want to do some freelance illustration, but is it possible to do so without any type of degree? [more inside]
posted by grifninetoo on Nov 29, 2012 - 11 answers

Between the devil and the deep blue sea

Questioning life decisions about college and the future. [more inside]
posted by chrono_rabbit on Nov 17, 2012 - 6 answers

Feel like I'm going to lose my marbles!

How do I plan for or learn to cope with huge changes in my life this year that include graduating university, getting married, moving cross country? (sorry long!!) [more inside]
posted by snowysoul on Nov 2, 2012 - 3 answers

Technical writing for a physicist?

I might be hired as a technical writer soon. I'm not sure this would be the right job for me. I need some advice. [more inside]
posted by Fillus on Oct 24, 2012 - 9 answers

Do I need to put my nationality on my CV?

I'm going to be on the hunt for tech jobs in London soon and I'm putting together my CV. I read here that people with foreign sounding names (me!) should put 'British Citizen' somewhere near the top. Is this actually still an issue? It feels awkward to stick it in there next to my contact details.
posted by jobby on Oct 21, 2012 - 8 answers

What comes after Plan B?

I’m finishing a Ph.D. in political science. I don’t want an academic career, and I’m having trouble figuring out what to do next. Snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by jcatus on Oct 8, 2012 - 20 answers

Do technophile jobs exist at large companies?

Does this job exist: new technology expert to help identify and implement cool stuff like bring your own device, cloud computing, virtualization at large organization. [more inside]
posted by Arbitrage1 on Oct 8, 2012 - 10 answers

What should I pursue in order to live comfortably and have time for my family?

What career path is primarily 9-5, makes $60,000+ a year, and involves a high amount of contact with other people? [more inside]
posted by Autumn on Sep 30, 2012 - 35 answers

What's it like?

I have an interview this week for an assistant volunteer coordinator position at a local organization. I've done some volunteer management before but haven't had a position like this. If YOU have, or do, what's it like? Any advice for an interview?
posted by trillian on Sep 26, 2012 - 13 answers

Help me become a CFO

My long-term goal is to become the CFO of a company. Would this job be a useful step in that direction, or a detour? [more inside]
posted by wolfdreams01 on Sep 21, 2012 - 12 answers

How to balance my career and my health!

How can I balance managing a chronic condition with advancing in my career? [more inside]
posted by carmenghia on Aug 28, 2012 - 4 answers

Launched myself into uncertainty, now what?

I quit my "Dream Job" after 5 months, currently face-to-face with the unknown. Advice? [more inside]
posted by twentyfoursummers on Aug 18, 2012 - 10 answers

Getting an entry-level job in a medical office. (Medical assisting vs. front office stuff)

How should I go about getting an entry-level job in a medical office? Medical assisting vs. front office stuff. (Snowflakes inside.) [more inside]
posted by aphorist on Aug 17, 2012 - 16 answers

Is a nearly free masters degree worth it?

Can get a bioinformatics masters degree for nearly free - should I do it? [more inside]
posted by sunshine37 on Aug 15, 2012 - 17 answers

How to decline drinking for networking repeatedly while not appearing uptight.

In the past year, a lot of networking opportunities have involved drinking. "Let's grab a drink together," "We're having drinks and reading our work at my place," "You should grab a drink with my friend so-and-so, he'll tell you the downlow on this job," etc. Which is all fine and dandy except for the drinking bit... how do I decline to drink and still take advantage of these? [more inside]
posted by iadacanavon on Aug 9, 2012 - 52 answers

How does teaching translate to other work?

To former teachers: in what ways did teaching prepare you for different jobs in your post-teaching career? [more inside]
posted by Groundhog Week on Aug 2, 2012 - 13 answers

Mortgage free life and freedom.

Living a mortgage free life. The dream, is it realistic? [more inside]
posted by gadget_gal on Jul 20, 2012 - 25 answers

How do I know which career is right for me?

No focus, no idea about future career. What do you guys do and did you always want to do it? [more inside]
posted by Colibri on Jul 18, 2012 - 22 answers

Alternative careers for a vet tech

What are some alternative careers for a veterinary technician who doesn't want to work in a clinical setting and what are they like? [more inside]
posted by DanielleT on Jul 2, 2012 - 15 answers

What to do after working for psychopaths

I was made redundant at my company. I've had a few interviews, but I haven't found anything I'm really excited about. What kinds of jobs should I be looking at given my work history? [more inside]
posted by toerinishuman on Jun 26, 2012 - 7 answers

Another 20-something stuck in a rut

I'm an underemployed 20-something stuck in a rut. Input needed, special snowflake details within. [more inside]
posted by constellations on Jun 22, 2012 - 7 answers

What cloud services should I know about?

What are other cloud services I should consider as an IT admin for a small organization? Should I worry about knocking myself out of a job? [more inside]
posted by bellastarr on Jun 15, 2012 - 7 answers

My career, let you show me it

Graduating with an IT degree at 31 - how to be attractive to employers, please? [more inside]
posted by Chorus on Jun 14, 2012 - 4 answers

Career advice: choosing one offer over another

When given two job offers, do you go for the job you field you want at a lower tier company or a placed job at a top tier company? [more inside]
posted by sleazy_e on Jun 9, 2012 - 2 answers

Invest in my education or in some other investment?

Windfall of $50k! Invest in myself and get a biz degree or save it all for a rainy day? [more inside]
posted by seatofmypants on Jun 3, 2012 - 18 answers

What's more important for a future career: Personality match or potential for future growth?

What's more important for a future career: Personality match or potential for future growth? [more inside]
posted by qxrt on May 29, 2012 - 10 answers

1 month before work starts: what to do?

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. [more inside]
posted by vastopenspaces on May 23, 2012 - 8 answers

Help my figure out my career path

I really need help figuring out my new career track. I want to take "the next step" and don't know where to start. [more inside]
posted by wolfdreams01 on May 20, 2012 - 2 answers

Awesome but not for me

Should I forego an opportunity in a (somewhat competitive) field I am not pursuing when I have nothing else lined up? [more inside]
posted by ichomp on May 19, 2012 - 22 answers

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