I'm one of many who have gotten laid off from their jobs. I'm not sure what the next step is for me. School is an option but I'm not sure what to study or take. I know people will tell me to take something I like, but I don;t think if I take something I like will land me a job. Whats your opinion on skill trades or IT sector/
whats a good career to get into these days?
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Go to one of the government Employment Centres and speak with one of their counselors. They can tell you exactly what industries are suffering from shortages of workers and can also tell you what you need to get into them. They might even give you a survey to complete to determine what careers you have an aptitude for and what careers you would actually enjoy.
The government would love it if more people would utilize the employment resources we already have to get into jobs we really need, rather than people just winging it.
We are increasingly moving to a knowledge- and service-based economy. In short, avoid the primary and manufacturing sectors. Trade school is also an option, but most Canadians don't seem to want to get their hands dirty.
What we don't need are more middle managers without specific job skills. A perfect example are people with MBA's. They're a dime a dozen now. Better to get a lesser known degree for a specialized field that is showing growth or labour shortage (that's what the employment counselors can help identify).
There is help out there. Utilize it.
The government would love it if more people would utilize the employment resources we already have to get into jobs we really need, rather than people just winging it.
We are increasingly moving to a knowledge- and service-based economy. In short, avoid the primary and manufacturing sectors. Trade school is also an option, but most Canadians don't seem to want to get their hands dirty.
What we don't need are more middle managers without specific job skills. A perfect example are people with MBA's. They're a dime a dozen now. Better to get a lesser known degree for a specialized field that is showing growth or labour shortage (that's what the employment counselors can help identify).
There is help out there. Utilize it.
Various ideas
Bankruptcy trustee
Collection agent
Jail Guard
Private Security (yeah the basic job sucks, but if you have a brain, you can work up pretty quick)
SALES- If you have the skills & determination, good salespeople ALWAYS do well.
Credit counselornewtohobby said:
Bankruptcy trustee
Collection agent
Jail Guard
Private Security (yeah the basic job sucks, but if you have a brain, you can work up pretty quick)
SALES- If you have the skills & determination, good salespeople ALWAYS do well.
T
tersey
I believe small engine repair would be a good trade ..
my mower has been in the shop for two weeks and they still have not got too it .
I was there on Sat and the line up was long ; just to get parts ect .
I had to hire my lawn cut . Or I would have needed a hay mower soon >>:
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my mower has been in the shop for two weeks and they still have not got too it .
I was there on Sat and the line up was long ; just to get parts ect .
I had to hire my lawn cut . Or I would have needed a hay mower soon >>:
))So much depends on your interests, the schooling you have, your desire for further education etc. . .
However, two fields for which I believe there is always going to be a need are Plumbers and Electricians.
However, two fields for which I believe there is always going to be a need are Plumbers and Electricians.
Its kinda funny that you tell me to go to the employment centers counselor and they tell me what industries are in need. I did do that before this post and the counselor basically told me to research on my own and oh not to get into the medical field cause they will have mass layoffs in 5 years lol. Personally I did not feel confident that the counselor knew what she was doing, she didn't understand some english words I was saying, I had to explain a lot of the facts of the second career program lol.
QUOTE=Keebler Elf]Go to one of the government Employment Centres and speak with one of their counselors. They can tell you exactly what industries are suffering from shortages of workers and can also tell you what you need to get into them. They might even give you a survey to complete to determine what careers you have an aptitude for and what careers you would actually enjoy.
The government would love it if more people would utilize the employment resources we already have to get into jobs we really need, rather than people just winging it.
We are increasingly moving to a knowledge- and service-based economy. In short, avoid the primary and manufacturing sectors. Trade school is also an option, but most Canadians don't seem to want to get their hands dirty.
What we don't need are more middle managers without specific job skills. A perfect example are people with MBA's. They're a dime a dozen now. Better to get a lesser known degree for a specialized field that is showing growth or labour shortage (that's what the employment counselors can help identify).
There is help out there. Utilize it.[/QUOTE]
QUOTE=Keebler Elf]Go to one of the government Employment Centres and speak with one of their counselors. They can tell you exactly what industries are suffering from shortages of workers and can also tell you what you need to get into them. They might even give you a survey to complete to determine what careers you have an aptitude for and what careers you would actually enjoy.
The government would love it if more people would utilize the employment resources we already have to get into jobs we really need, rather than people just winging it.
We are increasingly moving to a knowledge- and service-based economy. In short, avoid the primary and manufacturing sectors. Trade school is also an option, but most Canadians don't seem to want to get their hands dirty.
What we don't need are more middle managers without specific job skills. A perfect example are people with MBA's. They're a dime a dozen now. Better to get a lesser known degree for a specialized field that is showing growth or labour shortage (that's what the employment counselors can help identify).
There is help out there. Utilize it.[/QUOTE]
Yes
"In a flood, sell boats, in a plague- sell coffins ."
Cant answer for Surfbum, but yes. When I say 'good' salespeople, I mean the top 20% commission earners who excel in any economy. I read a great article years ago:tersey said:
"In a flood, sell boats, in a plague- sell coffins
."I do make commission and bonuses. Obviously I have a good base salary as I'm not able to risk not making cash...but no I make commissions based upon how much I sell and I haven't noticed a change in income whatsoever.Bear669 said:Cant answer for Surfbum, but yes. When I say 'good' salespeople, I mean the top 20% commission earners who excel in any economy. I read a great article years ago:
"In a flood, sell boats, in a plague- sell coffins
In fact, our company has cut the "dead weight" sales reps so there are now fewer reps but we're selling more. The top 20% do 80% of the selling in most businesses and ours has saved money buy cutting 50% of the sales force yet still not changing revenues!
diagnostic imaging, or health related profession. nursing, cardiologists, x-ray, ultrasound, those are the fields that will land you good money.
