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  1. 03-17-2008, 08:04 PM #1
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    Got laid off today

    I have no idea what I want to do with my life. Any ideas?
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  2. 03-17-2008, 08:08 PM #2
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    That sucks. How long were you employed there? What field?
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  3. 03-17-2008, 08:09 PM #3
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    5yrs banking
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    Do you want to stay in the same field?
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    Not a big deal I am going too loose my extra week of vacation (sucks). I just don’t know what I want to do?
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    Since it's a pivotal time, take a few days and decide what you would be happy doing. It's a lot easier getting up for work if you like what you do.
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    I like banking, but I hate dealing with customers. I am in sales so it’s hard to find a job with my income and not have to deal with people
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    maybe i can be an ar mod.
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    Everything was impossible until somebody did it!

    I've got 99 problems......but my squat/dead ain't one !!

    It doesnt matter how good looking she is, some where, some one is tired of her shit.

    Light travels faster then sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.

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    Plus you have to deal with people.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Big View Post
    Plus you have to deal with people.
    Some dumber then the others.

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    Everything was impossible until somebody did it!

    I've got 99 problems......but my squat/dead ain't one !!

    It doesnt matter how good looking she is, some where, some one is tired of her shit.

    Light travels faster then sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.

    Great place to start researching ! http://forums.steroid.com/anabolic-s...-database.html

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    Count me out, you gents must be saints.
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    Sorry to hear that man, Just keep you're head up.
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    Quote Originally Posted by wilson9d View Post
    5yrs banking
    Become a stock broker.
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    Quote Originally Posted by wilson9d View Post
    I have no idea what I want to do with my life. Any ideas?
    Not too many people figure that out, so don't worry about it.

    I hear Iraq is nice this time of year. $180,000 for driving an 18-wheeler, so they tell me . . .
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tock View Post
    I hear Iraq is nice this time of year. $180,000 for driving an 18-wheeler, so they tell me . . .
    Is it really that kinda of money??
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    Quote Originally Posted by wilson9d View Post
    I have no idea what I want to do with my life. Any ideas?
    I heard the military is looking for recruits…
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    Quote Originally Posted by Big View Post
    Plus you have to deal with people.
    u do? lol
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pooks View Post
    become a VCR repairman
    hahahaha
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    Take some time out and get your sh1t together! I have a funny feeling that a LOT more people will be joining you soon!!
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    oh yeah...where the hell is my sensitivity.
    that sucks that you lost your job man, but whatever, if you didnt like it maybe this is a positive catalyst. a chance to persue something different you otherwise wouldnt have taken. its easy to get stuck in a rut when its there and available. now, youve got valuable experience to to use if you want to find a job in the same field, or a valuable opportunity to try something else if you're interested in going in a new direction.
    it took me some wasted tuition and a slew of jobs to figure out what i wanted to do, but now that ive found it i can definately say it was well worth the search.
    good luck brutha.
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    goodluck.
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    I feel ya bro..my boss told me I have til the end of April to find a new job..trying to figure out what I want to do with my life now too
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    sucks guys-all i can say is try to cut back your expenditure - be a good time for everyone too

    gonna have continuing credit crunch in both the UK/US ...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ryanhallmark View Post
    Is it really that kinda of money??
    That's what they (guys working over there) get. Blackhawk, I think is the name of the company.
    Only problem is that the bad guys are always trying to blow you up.
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    what skills do you have? automotive, fabrication, hr-managment, what ya got ?
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    Quote Originally Posted by BONE.CRUSHER View Post
    become a personal trainer
    Wheres the money in that
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    Quote Originally Posted by DSM4Life View Post
    Wheres the money in that
    there is no money in it, unless you are basically working with the stars
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    Quote Originally Posted by rager View Post
    there is no money in it, unless you are basically working with the stars
    Is it all about money?

    Was reading an editorial by a guy i am friends with called Hywell Teague. Hes one of the main Editor for "Fighters Only".
    Anyway people ask him how he got in to MMA and if earns loads etc... his answer is all the same. Its never easy just over night. I gave up the everyday Mc job once and followed my dream, now im teh chief editor for one of the best MMA magazines in the world.
    "Is it easy? I work 24/7. It never stops even when im at home resting. Is the money good? its not imprtand because if you find a job you like and enjoy you will never ork another day in your life." The good part is that if hes really good the money will follow in bucket loads. But for him thats not important, he did what he is doing now for years for not even a thank you... now he is reaping the rewards.
    Unlike probably everyone on this board has met shook hands and interviewed every major MMA fighter in the world. Check out his Flickr profile. For me its like a dream but for him its a reality... imagine how he feels every day when hes going to work. I wish i had the same feeling.
    End of the day, you get a job for the money and one day its not going to be enough.
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    Quote Originally Posted by DSM4Life View Post
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    goodluck.
    sure give me the keys.
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    sorry to hear that and best of the luck to you in whatever your new profession might be bro
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    Quote Originally Posted by wilson9d View Post
    5yrs banking
    what type of bank were u working for? investment, commercial, credit union, or mortgage?
    what was the reason for the laid-off?
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    wow dude, we're in teh same boat...
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