at 42 I quit my job in IT. I applied for almost 100 jobs, 50 didnt answer, 30 emailed I was rejected (without interview). 10 rejected me after interview with hr (probably cause salary expectations) 9 rejected after several interviews with tech, managers etc. and after all of that, 1 offer which I accepted of course... those are my numbers
I regret university here in the UK particularly the post grad stuff. Working my own cleaning company and a little software company was the best decision with marriage . Run your own business.
I'm about your age. I graduated in the midst of the 2008 financial crisis. I ended up teaching English overseas for two years, which was a good experience but I basically broke even, saved no money. I came back and couldn't find a job, worked in a factory, then I got an electronics tech job, tested PLCs, then wrote the software for PLCs and eventually laterally moved into software engineering. I don't regret anything but I feel like the 2008 financial crisis delayed my career by about 5 years and I was in my late 20's before I was making more than $50k a year.
Thank you for sharing your story. As a Gen Z it is helpful to see that Millennials are also going through (and have already been suffering) the path that is now laid out before me. We are disillusioned and angry
Most businesses down care about their employees and most employees don't care about the business they work for. When I started in IT a long time ago, one of the newspapers had an IT section on Tuesdays and everyone would look through it and decide whether they wanted to try for a job elsewhere.
For those who write code, I can tell you things always get better. I have been at this for over 35 years. Those who get a PIP need legal representation. If you work remote, you can live on 40K per year in places like Oklahoma, West Virginia and most of Arkansas. People who bang out code have the most opportunities in tech even if it's just a series of short term contracts.
I’d recommend joining the military, perhaps as an officer. Further, I’d recommend the Air National Guard. You’re just young enough to get a 20 year pension with healthcare and GI bill. One weekend a month and some longer training drills once a year.
I did 26 years combined active and reserve duty in the Air Force. I also worked in the public sector for a while. I now have three pensions and live comfortably in retirement.
Nowadays, you need to have multiple jobs or a side gig. 1x 9-5 job will not cut it. Remote job is nice coz it is easier to do overemployment. 5x 20usd/h job is like 100 usd/h.
@@CC-br9qg And just wait until AI starts taking away a lot of jobs. That will come one day and job seekers (and employed workers) need to plan for it right now.
Most degree diplomas are worthless and a waste of money. I never went to college and worked hard all of my life. It was a great decision. I was able to retire comfortably at 48. I'm 56 now and see so many people miserable in their jobs (for those lucky to even have one). The job market is bad. However, there are jobs in many places. One just has to want to move there to work. Younger folk were spoiled by remote work during ceevid. Changing attitudes and expectations is long overdue.
Oh good another old person who got lucky and blames macroeconomic problems on the moral failings of individuals. You may have made some money but your lack of education shows. Be nice. Maybe we'll eat you last.
at 42 I quit my job in IT. I applied for almost 100 jobs, 50 didnt answer, 30 emailed I was rejected (without interview). 10 rejected me after interview with hr (probably cause salary expectations) 9 rejected after several interviews with tech, managers etc. and after all of that, 1 offer which I accepted of course... those are my numbers
I regret university here in the UK particularly the post grad stuff. Working my own cleaning company and a little software company was the best decision with marriage . Run your own business.
I'm about your age. I graduated in the midst of the 2008 financial crisis. I ended up teaching English overseas for two years, which was a good experience but I basically broke even, saved no money. I came back and couldn't find a job, worked in a factory, then I got an electronics tech job, tested PLCs, then wrote the software for PLCs and eventually laterally moved into software engineering. I don't regret anything but I feel like the 2008 financial crisis delayed my career by about 5 years and I was in my late 20's before I was making more than $50k a year.
Series 7 money knowledge is all you need to succeed. Most real estate & college people can't pass it.
Thank you for sharing your story. As a Gen Z it is helpful to see that Millennials are also going through (and have already been suffering) the path that is now laid out before me. We are disillusioned and angry
It's been said that if a corporation were a person, they would be a sociopath.
Most businesses down care about their employees and most employees don't care about the business they work for. When I started in IT a long time ago, one of the newspapers had an IT section on Tuesdays and everyone would look through it and decide whether they wanted to try for a job elsewhere.
For those who write code, I can tell you things always get better. I have been at this for over 35 years. Those who get a PIP need legal representation. If you work remote, you can live on 40K per year in places like Oklahoma, West Virginia and most of Arkansas. People who bang out code have the most opportunities in tech even if it's just a series of short term contracts.
I’d recommend joining the military, perhaps as an officer. Further, I’d recommend the Air National Guard. You’re just young enough to get a 20 year pension with healthcare and GI bill. One weekend a month and some longer training drills once a year.
I did 26 years combined active and reserve duty in the Air Force. I also worked in the public sector for a while. I now have three pensions and live comfortably in retirement.
@daveb2280 Outstanding!!
Hey man, when do you think tech jobs will be back? Or they never will?
Nowadays, you need to have multiple jobs or a side gig. 1x 9-5 job will not cut it. Remote job is nice coz it is easier to do overemployment. 5x 20usd/h job is like 100 usd/h.
remote jobs are impossible to find and they will only keep getting scaled back as return to office & entry jobs are cut out
that or stupid overtime
@@CC-br9qg And just wait until AI starts taking away a lot of jobs. That will come one day and job seekers (and employed workers) need to plan for it right now.
You should apply for a cnc machinist. Lots of companies are hiring
Great video. I found myself in your shoes last month. I don't think I want a new job in the field.
I really wish I could help you out.
I’m going back to front end development to make myself more competitive, in case the worst happens.
Most degree diplomas are worthless and a waste of money. I never went to college and worked hard all of my life. It was a great decision. I was able to retire comfortably at 48. I'm 56 now and see so many people miserable in their jobs (for those lucky to even have one).
The job market is bad. However, there are jobs in many places. One just has to want to move there to work. Younger folk were spoiled by remote work during ceevid. Changing attitudes and expectations is long overdue.
Oh good another old person who got lucky and blames macroeconomic problems on the moral failings of individuals. You may have made some money but your lack of education shows. Be nice. Maybe we'll eat you last.