FabSwingers.com forum: Will you change career or stick with yours?

By *essie. OP Woman
over a year ago

Serendipity

I’m changing, just waiting for a start date.

I’m also just starting a degree so guess I might change again once done, if not too old by then.

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

Would love to quit my job and start work in something I'm interested in (nutrition) but there seems to be v little work out there, in Ireland anyway...

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

I've been thinking about a change for a while now but no clue what I want to do or would be good at.

I don't want to be a waitress forever, the money is cack and the hours are unpredictable and unsociable.

I've stuck with it because I'm good at it and I have the freedom if the time comes to transfer to a different location in the country.

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By *rAitchMan
over a year ago

Diagonally Parked in a Parallel Universe

I chop and change when I get bored. Most of my experience is in stock control of both IT equipment and agricultural machinery spares, and adult education, so when I get fed up in one field, I swap to the othet.

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

I'm graduating this year and continuing on in academics for a master's and hopefully a PhD. Going to uni as a mature student was a great move for me, and I'm sticking with it =)

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By *ex HolesMan
over a year ago

Up North

Too far gone with one company to up sticks.

27years Final Salary pensionable service to my name which is worth the hassle even if I don’t like working there.

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By *urvy Girl 79Woman
over a year ago

Near Bourne

I quit my job last year and started a new job doing something different. After 6 weeks I was back at my original job. I didnt realise how much I got from it until I wasnt there anymore. I now know that career is for me after all.

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By *uriousscouserWoman
over a year ago

Wirral

I'm happy to walk away from a company at the drop of a hat, but I love what I do too much to want to change profession.

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By *essie. OP Woman
over a year ago

Serendipity

"Too far gone with one company to up sticks.

27years Final Salary pensionable service to my name which is worth the hassle even if I don’t like working there. "

Oddly the fact mine closed made me think I’ve lost that tie to the job I was in.

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

Just in process of completely changing mine. Never to old to get educated or start again! Xx

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By *estinysswingersCouple
over a year ago

Worsley

No as I have a degree for my job and it’s the only thing I can do with it.... also I think it’s the only thing I’m remotely good at lol.

Mrs D

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

I’ve realised I loathe children.

Not great in my career.

I’m gradually moving across to a new role. I’ll see fewer children and the time I’ll spend with them will be better. Hopefully i’ll start enjoying it again.

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

I've put too much blood, sweat and tears into at this point to want to. In ten/fifteen years I'd love the chance to go back to uni and do a PhD and then move into academia. That's a daft notion probably though as by that time I imagine I'll be well and truly settled into my career and doing very well.

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

I did.

Not entirely by choice (the R word) but now wouldn't go back even though we're away poorer.

The benefits of self employment may not include sick/holiday pay, a regular salary and bonuses but the flexibility means you can spend more time doing things you enjoy if you want to.

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

No way. Love what I do

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

I love what I do ...

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By *osie xWoman
over a year ago

wolverhampton

I changed career after 25 years with one company. It was the best thing I ever did, four years in, I’m now studying towards Charter status

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By *urls and DressesWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere near here

I changed mine, went to do another degree, reached breaking point at the beginning of my third year, taken a year out and now back in my initial career. I’ll probably go back to the degree with view of research, PhD and lecturing

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

Stay with it i love it.

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

I have just started a new job (I previously was self emloyed) in the same career but for a private company. I have had the same career for 30 years and I am very happy.

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

I plan to make a big change after summer. Fingers crossed.

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By *urvyandCurious999Woman
over a year ago

Hiding from twats

I quit my job, spent 4 years at uni doing something completely different, and now I'm trying to get a decent job that is somewhat related to my degree. Although I'm not having much luck, so I might just start dog walking. I wouldn't ever go back to doing what I used to do.

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

Il always be in sales but not sure how long il be at this company

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

I absolutely love my job & have a great team round me which helps.

T is self employed & loves his job too.

We’ll never be well off but we’re happy.

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

Ive always been in the same field within in my career but switched a few times to different specialisms within it.

I wouldn't change though, I've got 26 years in this field and I'd be screwed financially if I changed to something totally different.

Good job I like what I do.

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

I changed and ended up back in the same thing just different company. I'm good at it but I definitely need to branch out a bit. There's a lot I can do with what I've learnt over the Years or I take a leap and hope I don't fall flat on my face.

February will hopefully be a very interesting month for me

S x

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

I would love to change but it's taken me years to get where I am

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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago

South Wales

I was a legal secretary/pa for 17 years. I then left and now work for a Domicilliary Care Company in the office and I’m currently taking the necessary management qualification to enable me to run it when the current Manager retires.

It’s not my dream job, but it’ll allow me to financially look after myself and my family, which is the important part.

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By *UGGYBEAR2015Man
over a year ago

BRIDPORT

36 + years in the same profession, self employed all that time. Think it’s best to stick at what I know, and I’m very good at it so that helps. Good job I chose a profession that I love doing.

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By *uxom redCouple
over a year ago

Shrewsbury

Stay where I am till the boy child finishes school then probably change jobs but similar type.

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By *heekyFlirtyCoupleCouple
over a year ago

Stockport

Love my job..... can’t see me changing

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By * Sophie xTV/TS
over a year ago

Derby

29 years and counting.

Great wages and lots of built up perks plus the job taxes the mind.

I'm staying put thanks, just wish there were more (or even some) women who worked in my trade too instead of it being all men.

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

-I like change.

Right now I'm attempting to do something independently (with self-employment as the goal), it's something I've been doing for years, slowly but surely, keeping the risk minimal.

I'm seeing a point later in the year, where I can do this full time. It's been like planting a seed and watching it slowly turn into a tree, so it hasn't been disruptive or a worrying process because of the long, gradual time frame.

Only downside is I think I'll probably leave this site in order to give it my full attention.

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By *arracksCouple
over a year ago

Deal

No chance,general practice management is a very lonely place,bit I could not consider any other

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By *ovegames42Man
over a year ago

london

I changed for a short time, after father passed needed some head space. Went and trained as a chef but now back to being a heating engineer.

“ out of the frying pan into the fire “,

and then back again but a most memorable and very enjoyable experience with some mad happy times.

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

I changed 3 years ago, never looked back, love my new job, working outside.

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By *andonmessMan
over a year ago

A world all of his own

27 years in my career, another 13 and I'm done so not really any point changing it now, along with a final salary pension. Plus I kinda enjoy it, frustrating as it can be some times.

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By *lint-EverhardMan
over a year ago

Perpignan and cap

I used to be a fish farmer.

I quit that and started labouring for some local builders.

Now I'm a plasterer, working for myself.

I won't learn another trade now, I'm too old.

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

I am in the process of applying for a job, just completed video interview today. Should know before the end of February whether or not I'm through to the next stage.

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

Way way way too old to change now.

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By *ovegames42Man
over a year ago

london

"Way way way too old to change now."

Your never to old to follow your heart.

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

Mr has had the same career since he left school. He is doing what he has always wanted to do since being a little boy. He has only ever been self emloyed and wouldn't ever want it any other way.

He too, like myself is lucky. We both appreciate the jobs we have and the lifestyle that they provide us with.

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By *elshkinkyMan
over a year ago

south wales

"Would love to quit my job and start work in something I'm interested in (nutrition) but there seems to be v little work out there, in Ireland anyway..."

Mains a triathlon club nearby and start by doing it for free then build up customer base. Bespoke nutrition plans can range from£100-300 one off or £50 a month

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By *itty9899Man
over a year ago

Craggy Island

I'm pretty fucked, job wise, the good news is I quite like the one I have at the moment, but I'm sure it will change.

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

"I’m changing, just waiting for a start date.

I’m also just starting a degree so guess I might change again once done, if not too old by then.

No body knows what the future holds, but if I can stay doing the same as what I do now till retirement, I'll not only be quite happy but most of all very lucky to have been in such an exciting profession and worked for a great employer.

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

I’ve already done it, had one career for ten years, then had my kids and went back to uni. I’ll be going back to uni again next year to do a post grad diploma, which will enable me to specialise further in my dream job, with great sociable hours and earning more bucks too.

I can’t say it was easy, but I’m bloody glad I’m a stubborn git and dug my heels in. I am now able to pay the mortgage and provide for my family independently

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By *ilsaGeorgeCouple
over a year ago

kent

I already have too many I’m pursuing all at once... kinda hoping nothing else grabs my interest. Not enough time in the day already.

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By *agneto.Man
over a year ago

Bham

"I'm graduating this year and continuing on in academics for a master's and hopefully a PhD. Going to uni as a mature student was a great move for me, and I'm sticking with it =)"

Same here on the great move. I bummed around from job to job in my 20s. Went back to to uni, now teaching, am happy whereas other jobs I just sat and watched the clock.

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By *luebell888Woman
over a year ago

Glasgowish

I would rather stick with mine but not sure if that will be possible in my 60's as my job is both mentally and physically very demanding and cutting my hours is not a possibility due to finances

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

"I’ve already done it, had one career for ten years, then had my kids and went back to uni. I’ll be going back to uni again next year to do a post grad diploma, which will enable me to specialise further in my dream job, with great sociable hours and earning more bucks too.

I can’t say it was easy, but I’m bloody glad I’m a stubborn git and dug my heels in. I am now able to pay the mortgage and provide for my family independently

That's fabulous to read. X

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By *iamondCougarWoman
over a year ago

Norfuck! / Lincolnshire

My job is pretty much what I make it, I’m master of my own destiny so I’ve no intention (at present) to change that

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

"Stay where I am till the boy child finishes school then probably change jobs but similar type. "

The boy child

that's what I call mine too

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By *hrista BellendWoman
over a year ago

Delightful Bliss

I go back to college in September to start a course that will pave my new career till I retire

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By *ilsaGeorgeCouple
over a year ago

kent

"I go back to college in September to start a course that will pave my new career till I retire

Amazing!! I loved college and Uni. Went 4 times. Just couldn’t stop studying stuff. I hope it goes well! Xx

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By *uicy jonesMan
over a year ago

near a big hill in s/ shropshire NOT in

Not sure I could that easily , way to many commitments , also spent 28 year doing the same job now , has its rewards , but crap crap hours

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

47 and start my degree in Oct. But in law.. Will be completely different career change. As doing open uni will take me 6 yrs

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

Had two, the second with many facets. Now I have a job (some might call it a career) that will see me to retirement..

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By *ovegames42Man
over a year ago

london

"47 and start my degree in Oct. But in law.. Will be completely different career change. As doing open uni will take me 6 yrs"

Stay focused and mentally strong.

“ that’s some serious commitment “, good luck in your journey.

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place

Loads of changes within a specific field. Looking for a new chapter.

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

"47 and start my degree in Oct. But in law.. Will be completely different career change. As doing open uni will take me 6 yrs

Stay focused and mentally strong.

“ that’s some serious commitment “, good luck in your journey."

Thank you. I'm doing it to help others...

Just one person I want to help.. That will do it for me. Will Cost me 18k to complete..

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

I'm a student, it works well for me, so I'll stick with it

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch

I left my job at the end of the year after 20 years. I’m still not sure what I will do in the future, honestly haven’t thought about it and don’t plan on doing so until March at the earliest.

Just enjoying the peace and quiet away from the corporate nonsense

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By *ovegames42Man
over a year ago

london

"47 and start my degree in Oct. But in law.. Will be completely different career change. As doing open uni will take me 6 yrs

Stay focused and mentally strong.

“ that’s some serious commitment “, good luck in your journey.

Thank you. I'm doing it to help others...

Just one person I want to help.. That will do it for me. Will Cost me 18k to complete..

Money is no object if what you are doing brings you happiness and Self satisfaction.

Always admire those who are willing to go that extra mile to help others.

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By *heLaserGuyMan
over a year ago

Coventry

Those that know me on here know that a change has been coming for me, the work has been drying up for a while so I thought I'd head back into the world of being an employee.

I've took on a job at a commercial landscape company. It's only when you start you see the real company.

Vastly understaffed, and what was dream hours 7am - 3pm Mon to Fri looks like it's turning into a virtually enforced 58 hr week.

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

I'm going to have to change mine soon, still no idea what to yet though

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By *empsey and hotpieceMan
over a year ago

North west

Dan here, at nearly 53 I think I’ll be sticking with my current career until retirement, I’m lucky enough to have a job that gives me enough income to live comfortably, I start and finish when I want, have nobody telling me what to do, I take the dog with me for company and I get to travel around every day. Down side is I get no holiday pay or other perks and in the winter I’m often cold and wet. But all in all, I’m happy with what I do.

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By * and M lookingCouple
over a year ago

Worcester

Mrs M will stick with hers (enjoying being retired) and I will stick with owning our company as couldn’t bear the thought of being managed by some dipshit in a suit.

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