I've subscribed so I can follow your journey and progress here because you seem like a genuinely decent guy that deserves a bit more recognition. Even without all the other factors, searching for a job these days can be soul destroying so it's great to see that you're taking it as positively as you are. If I was in a position to hire you I wouldn't hesitate. Anyone with the initiative to source parts and repair something that the supplier refused to repair would be infinitely more valuable than someone with a piece of paper from a college or university, no matter how fancy the piece of paper is. I also want to commend you for being open about your mental health. I'm a bit younger than you but I still know how difficult it can be to be truly honest about mental health when you're at an age where people expect you to have everything figured out. You're doing well, you've got a lot going for you and I look forward to see how you get on in future.
Thank you, I know MS aside, the older we are the harder it seams to be getting a role, as companies look at you and say - about 9 years and you will be retired, so no point in investing in you.
I'm a mechanical engineer of sorts, shame on that company and many others who don't want to repair an item just by replacing a bearing! Back in my twenties I use to repair cash registers, we use to fault find down to component level, just replace a resistor, capacitor etc. That's all stopped I know, I recently spoke to an engineer in his 30's, he said that he were never taught that, just replace a complete circuit board or module at best,.... generally he trys to sell an whole new machine.
Your right, my first 3 jobs involved component replacement, then it moved on to board or module replacement, now its just throw it away and buy new.. Its nuts.
If you struggle so much then why don’t you just go on universal credit and PIP? You’ll get your rent paid too (just seen you’ve paid your mortgage already so..) You obviously don’t want to work and keep going on about retiring.
@@J1M1FThat's so true, I started working at the age of 14 basically, I've been in full time work since the age of 16, now I'm 55 and without any form of income. Thankfully I paid the mortgage off at 46, have some savings to live off but that won't last. I've always been employed but have experienced how nasty/toxic that can be,...I would love to be my own boss but don't even know what to try and start to earn some money.
Its something my parents rammed into us, you want something, your have to work for it as you do not get it for free. Its a little draining seeing jobs I used to be able to do, lots of them, and knowing its no good as you do not want to fail your new employer. As I said to my wife, I WILL find work, retirement is plan "C". Its always good to have options. FYI and I am not gloating about it, well, I suppose I am really. I have been in full time work since I left School at 16. In total and including time now, I have been un-employed in this time for Two months and 3 days in my whole life. Stay tuned to way things pan out. Oh FYI the MS is a pain in the arse, but I have it, sod all I can do about it other than accept it and try and move on.
@@matslivingwithms6377 It's more important than ever to not rely on benefits/government because when they roll out this CBDC digital social credit score system, you'll not be able to buy what you like, travel where you like etc. Don't think that it's possible? Research the Chinese credit score system, documentary on channel 4 the other year showing how those poor buggers are living since it's roll out.
good luck, you've got this!
I've subscribed so I can follow your journey and progress here because you seem like a genuinely decent guy that deserves a bit more recognition.
Even without all the other factors, searching for a job these days can be soul destroying so it's great to see that you're taking it as positively as you are.
If I was in a position to hire you I wouldn't hesitate.
Anyone with the initiative to source parts and repair something that the supplier refused to repair would be infinitely more valuable than someone with a piece of paper from a college or university, no matter how fancy the piece of paper is.
I also want to commend you for being open about your mental health.
I'm a bit younger than you but I still know how difficult it can be to be truly honest about mental health when you're at an age where people expect you to have everything figured out.
You're doing well, you've got a lot going for you and I look forward to see how you get on in future.
Thank you for joining me in this journey, its frustrating at times, but I WILL NOT ALLOW THIS TO WIN!
as regional manager of a chain i feel the same way, i am trying to get out and find a new job not so good so far
Narcissistic workers are horrendous to work beside .. they buddy up together now. ..so good luck for your next part of the journey mate .....
Good luck with your job hunt mate - a random person on the internet who got served your video via 'the algorithm'
Me too
all hale the algorithum!!
Good luck with your search...
Thank you, I know MS aside, the older we are the harder it seams to be getting a role, as companies look at you and say - about 9 years and you will be retired, so no point in investing in you.
Work at something you love for yourself@@matslivingwithms6377
I'm a mechanical engineer of sorts, shame on that company and many others who don't want to repair an item just by replacing a bearing!
Back in my twenties I use to repair cash registers, we use to fault find down to component level, just replace a resistor, capacitor etc. That's all stopped I know, I recently spoke to an engineer in his 30's, he said that he were never taught that, just replace a complete circuit board or module at best,.... generally he trys to sell an whole new machine.
Your right, my first 3 jobs involved component replacement, then it moved on to board or module replacement, now its just throw it away and buy new.. Its nuts.
No point unless you can earn £50000 pa
Nice job getting the bearing done yourself!
Thanks for that. Yes it saved a fortune, just waiting for it to be signed off. I am now looking if I can get the hand grips off to do the brake cable.
If you struggle so much then why don’t you just go on universal credit and PIP? You’ll get your rent paid too (just seen you’ve paid your mortgage already so..) You obviously don’t want to work and keep going on about retiring.
Not good for mental health, you need a purpose and routine in life
@@J1M1FThat's so true, I started working at the age of 14 basically, I've been in full time work since the age of 16, now I'm 55 and without any form of income.
Thankfully I paid the mortgage off at 46, have some savings to live off but that won't last.
I've always been employed but have experienced how nasty/toxic that can be,...I would love to be my own boss but don't even know what to try and start to earn some money.
Its something my parents rammed into us, you want something, your have to work for it as you do not get it for free. Its a little draining seeing jobs I used to be able to do, lots of them, and knowing its no good as you do not want to fail your new employer. As I said to my wife, I WILL find work, retirement is plan "C". Its always good to have options. FYI and I am not gloating about it, well, I suppose I am really. I have been in full time work since I left School at 16. In total and including time now, I have been un-employed in this time for Two months and 3 days in my whole life. Stay tuned to way things pan out. Oh FYI the MS is a pain in the arse, but I have it, sod all I can do about it other than accept it and try and move on.
@@matslivingwithms6377 It's more important than ever to not rely on benefits/government because when they roll out this CBDC digital social credit score system, you'll not be able to buy what you like, travel where you like etc. Don't think that it's possible? Research the Chinese credit score system, documentary on channel 4 the other year showing how those poor buggers are living since it's roll out.