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Change of career

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Imaginethis003 · 20/04/2022 23:32

Posting here for traffic but I’d really appreciate some advice.
I’m in a bad place financially as my current job doesn’t cover everything, it’s largely based on customers so there is always a risk of being out of pocket some weeks. I done well over Christmas, sadly short lived. Unfortunately I’ve taken quite a beating since and I know I need to pack it in and find a ‘real job’ now before I end up in terrible debt and lose my home.
My issue is that I haven’t got any qualifications or experience which the majority of jobs require, so every application I put through I am rejected almost immediately.
I have no passions or interests unfortunately so there isn’t a particular job that stands out to me. I’m willing to try anything within reason.
Is there anyone willing to advise me on the best job/ training I could undertake etc etc so I can give myself a head start into bettering the lives of my children and I, please? Any job suggestions that are easy to get into? Possibly with training on the job as opposed to studying and qualifying for years then applying for work. Apprenticeships aren’t suitable as the wage can’t support a family with one adult working. I’m scared for our future and I don’t want my DC growing up in this situation.
Thank you in advance for reading.

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Noglassjustthebottleandastraw · 20/04/2022 23:38

Hi op you sound stressed 💐
I would advise you to write a list of all your qualities and life experiences. When you write a cv you need to really sell yourself. I am sure you have lots of transferable skills that any business would be glad of. What kind of work would you like to do? Could you start your own business? The UK is facing a massive shortage in people to employ just now. I am sure you will be able to get something soon.

I am here for help/advice anytime 💐

Imaginethis003 · 22/04/2022 19:47

Thank you for your kind reply. I have a CV but unfortunately it is quite underwhelming as I haven’t got much experience or jobs behind me. I also struggle with anxiety and socialising so any job that means dealing with people is so difficult, for example I’d be quite happy working in an office but if I have to deal with customers/patients and answer phones I wouldn’t last a day, despite trying my hardest my boss wouldn’t be impressed.

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Clusterduck · 22/04/2022 19:50

Are you good with computers or numbers? Would a short data science qualification work for you? People in that field make £££ and I don’t think being sociable would be a prerequisite.

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Imaginethis003 · 23/04/2022 21:18

Thanks for the suggestion I’ll look into it

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