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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

After a long time in Sales and Account Management. I have decided to change career at the tender age of 32. I am seriously considering becoming an electrician or a personal trainer as I have have skills in both these areas. Has anybody else changed career so late or has any advice?.

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By *rightonsteveMan
over a year ago

Brighton - even Hove!

A bif thing in Brighron seems to be outdoor training, sort of army boot camp style.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No but after a month of 14 hour days 7 days a week he is very seriously considering a new career. Had some trainig info arrive today for us to research. Good luck if you do go for it.

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By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere in North Norfolk

32 is in no way late for a career change. People now change career successfully in their 50's.

Best of luck in whatever you decide.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm currently doing AcitvIQ level 2&3 I'm gym instruction and personal training. An excellent extra string to the bow. Offers a flexible career path I think.

I'm also starting a photography course soon. I was stuck in one job for too long and now prefer the prospect of working different things at different times.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I changed at 39 never regretted it. Wish I'd have been like crystal and had the courage much younger to do so!

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By *ipsTeaserCouple
over a year ago

here and there, thereabouts

I did it once before at 24 and they key is to know your transferable strengths and be confident in making your move.

About to do it again and it's scary but just make sure you are happy with your reasons. Yes there's an element of fear of the unknown and being outside your comfort zone but I just have to remind embrace the challenge as I really enjoy that and to use my skills to the best of my ability.

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By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere in North Norfolk

I'm currently doing a Master's Degree to help me change career direction.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thanks guys! I think 2015 is about time I did something aboht it. Looking at a electricians course and I might know a guy who will give me sone temp work! X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

wow congrats and good luck with the transition,, i had a minor deflect from my original role and was scared. Not sure id be brave enough to do a full on change but wish you all the luck x

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By *histler21Man
over a year ago

Ipswich

Electrician - more money in it and you can choose when you want to work/which jobs to take.

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By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon

I've progressed in my career choice I love my job but I have a dream to set up a community cafe

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Decided on a big change when I was 32 as well, not finished yet as I had to get the qualifications to get in, then complete the training. I'll qualify when I'm 40.

Best thing I ever did though. You spend so much time at work you have to do something you are passionate about and enjoy. Life's too short.

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By *at69driveMan
over a year ago

Hertford

"After a long time in Sales and Account Management. I have decided to change career at the tender age of 32. I am seriously considering becoming an electrician or a personal trainer as I have have skills in both these areas. Has anybody else changed career so late or has any advice?. "
Are you able to elaborate on the reasons as to why you wish to change career. ? If you are successful in your current role , I would think it is more interesting that being an electrician. Not much fun lifting floor boards and working in dirty conditions or cold houses . Have you considered additional training to develop your current role .?.

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By *issHottieBottieWoman
over a year ago

Kent

No but seeing as finding a part time job around my lads nursery/school hours is proving impossible I'm seriously considering going send employed just trying to figure out if I can afford to do it! X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Good luck to you and trust your instincts.....

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By *ynecplCouple
over a year ago

Newcastle upon Tyne

Good luck, I changed career at the age of 42 partly enforced partly because I needed to prove after 24 years I could do something different.

The key is knowing what you want to do and where your strengths are, do plenty of research and speak to those already in your chosen career for pointers on how to get a the job and what qualifications you need.

The hardest thing for me was going back to the bottom, it took me a while to remember I was no longer the boss and to stop coming over like I was.

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By *0hnnyBrav0Man
over a year ago

Great Wyrley

Tattoo, I can't private message you buddy.

I have spent 25 years in the electrical industry in various roles.

I can help to offer some advice if you need.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Wish I had the bottle or where with all to follow through with a career change . My place of work has absolutely no staff morale and no job satisfaction whatsoever

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I started work at 23 and until May of this year I worked in Logistics operations and recruitment.

I now work in commercial catering, design, installation and service.

So that's a complete change after 21 years.

I am surprised how many skills and experiences have been transferable.

If in doubt, I ask.

Few people will want to see you fail, so most will help you get to grip with things.

Good luck to you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I used to be a gymnastics and trampoline coach. I'm now a nurse, big change, you can do anything, if you are determined, I never settle though, and am contemplating returning to my first career, my eldest lad incidentally is an electrical engineer, bloody wedge!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"32 is in no way late for a career change. People now change career successfully in their 50's.

Best of luck in whatever you decide."

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Left nursing to retrain as a midwife at 39. No regrets but hard work

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Tattoo,

I'm a electrician of 20 years, please don't take this the wrong way, but life as a spark, isn't as golden as some would have you believe I would also point out that the change from a sales man to spark is a long difficult road but can be done.

Can you cope with being in a water filled hole, frost on the ground repairing a underground cable that has gone down at 5 am as I was on Monday morning or stuck 90ft in the air in a cherry picker in a hanger changing a tap off on a busbar becase I was 2 weeks ago.

If you fancy the rough with the smooth, hard work and your Mrs never letting you near her tits with your rough hands again then a sparks life is for you!

Go to college and do it properly, I may be able to get you some experience. You will have a lot to learn AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO DO ONE OF the short 5 WEEK COURSES!!!!!!!! You see them advertised for about £6k, as you will not be a spark at the end!!

All that said, it's been an amazing career and life, I've earned well, worked all around the world a nd experienced some amazing things all thanks to my trade!! If your up to it, go for it, you will love it!

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By *ogistical NightmaresCouple
over a year ago

Manchester Area

(M) Major enforced career change in early 20's, changed again at 43, into self employment at 48, slight diversification at 50 and now running a successful business where on one hand I can work nationally and internationally and on the other visit events and meet VIP's and celebs, so to summarise ....... It's never too late and what might feel like a sack of sh1t initially can develop into something good

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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I have the best of both worlds and do what I'm good at and enjoy but in a different field for each new client.

Remaining interested and excited about your work is healthy for mind, body and soul. Make the change and enjoy it.

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

At the young age of 40, I finally found a career. Now I need to afford the qualifications to progress my career, enabling me to progress in my current field. In my eyes before that I just had jobs.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Changed from modelling to cabin crew when I was over the hill for my first career.... 26 and past it!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Changed from modelling to cabin crew when I was over the hill for my first career.... 26 and past it!

And now you work hard as sex on legs

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have worked in steel for last 15 years from producing it to fixing it and been made redundant a couple of times.I'm unemployed again at the moment so I'm going to go to college and learn hairdressing!!!!!

It was the first job I always wanted to do at school and seeing as the steel trade in UK is getting worse them it's time for a change.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"...And now you work hard as sex on legs

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"...And now you work hard as sex on legs

Or should I say don't work hard because it comes natural to you

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Tattoo,

If you fancy the rough with the smooth, hard work and your Mrs never letting you near her tits with your rough hands again then a sparks life is for you!

I appreciate that honest and open answer. In all honesty variance and a job outdoors is what I am looking for. Technical problem solving mixed with manual labour. I find myself bored of the repetative nature of my role. It will never be easy by any counts. I am going to talk today about this and see if I can get some experience.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I've progressed in my career choice I love my job but I have a dream to set up a community cafe

I'd love to do summat similar, perhaps using the kitchen to do buffets too.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i went into care work at 49 - got my level 3 health and social services nvq - and love it - never gonna be rich but i love the job

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

OK good lad, that's the attitude you need!,

Your not close to me but the company is own looks after the westfield shopping centres in London, so in the future is may be able to give you a taster of a working shift down at Westfield Stratford which isn't far from Essex,

Add me to your holistic or.even send me a friends request so you can always find me, you can ask my advice freely and I'm.always happy to have a chat and try and point you in the right direction. Pm me whenever ever you need

From what you have said it think a career as a spark will suit you better as there's plenty of variety over the repetetive nature of what a PT does.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I want a change of career but worried about what I'd do for money if I went to college or Uni. I'm a single parent who rents and I get working tax credits as well as a small contribution to my rent from housing benefit and I get my wages.

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By *ust_for_laughsCouple
over a year ago

Hinckley

I worked in IT for 26 years, hated it but was trapped by the rather large salary, took the plunge and went for voluntary redundancy, accidentally became a photographer for about 6 years and I'm now a full-time student doing a Criminology and Criminal Justice degree at University, where I'm the oldest on the course by some considerable distance (including most of my lecturers!) and I've never been happier.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"OK good lad, that's the attitude you need!,

From what you have said it think a career as a spark will suit you better as there's plenty of variety over the repetetive nature of what a PT does. "

I really appreciate that mate. I might need some advice on the basic qualifications I need. Seems to be a lot of companies claiming to give you what you need for £2,000 +.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I want a change of career but worried about what I'd do for money if I went to college or Uni. I'm a single parent who rents and I get working tax credits as well as a small contribution to my rent from housing benefit and I get my wages. "

There is open help from the Government you can get. Part Time seems like the best option or distance learning. Without knowing the chosen profession that is all the advice I could give. Citizens advice could give you guidance on the support you could recieve. The government has also setup a careers advice line. 0800 100 900.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"OK good lad, that's the attitude you need!,

From what you have said it think a career as a spark will suit you better as there's plenty of variety over the repetetive nature of what a PT does.

I really appreciate that mate. I might need some advice on the basic qualifications I need. Seems to be a lot of companies claiming to give you what you need for £2,000 +."

These are the parasites to stay away from!!

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By *atietvsheffTV/TS
over a year ago

Sheffield

Started as an engineer straight from school, changed careers to a financial advisor at 27, at 50 I got my chartered status and how ironic as its seen as the gold standard to have and I got made redundant. Started a business delivering sales training, technical training and business consultancy to keep some income coming in, but at 51 with gold standard qualifications I can't get a full time role as a financial advisor due to the changes imposed by the FSA in the retail distribution review, so much "for the benefit of the customer" when advisors can get a job to look after them unless they go self employed on what really is commission only which the RDR was supposed to stop, so the vast majority of the general public have no access to financial advice.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I used to work as an IT manager in London - until I lost my job through illness - won't go into details.

As a result, I found it rather difficult, particularly at my age - to find employment once I had recovered and so after enough flogging of the dead horse, I have now started up my own business making promotional films for businesses for website and social media use - although my films may also be used on television etc - if client willing and able to afford the cost of the advertising slots, lol

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By *educedWoman
over a year ago

Birmingham

"I've progressed in my career choice I love my job but I have a dream to set up a community cafe

I'd love to do summat similar, perhaps using the kitchen to do buffets too. "

There's a fantastic social enterprise in Brum called ChangeKitchen CIC which is definitely worth taking a look at.

I manage a small community centre and am currently developing a community café. It's staffed by volunteers who we train and provide them with opportunities to gain qualifications (in partnership with a local college) and of course practical work place experience. It's definitely something worth doing if you can attract the initial funding.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Plenty well paid work for Electricians especially if SAPE; depends how qualified you are and if all your certificates are up to date

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By *ust_for_laughsCouple
over a year ago

Hinckley

There are lots of mature students/single mum's at University who seem to have enough access to the correct benefits and Student Finance to enable them to study full-time.

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