@@NoctisStrife88 Doesn't that depend on the company you end up signing with? Also I think the point is the freedom from people looking over your back for dumb shit, like the guy in the video was talking about. With trucking you on your own for the most part once you get going.
@@NoctisStrife88thats cap bro I’ve seen 2000 a week at 4 different jobs local and OTR only had it for 4 years then if you go OTR u really don’t have to pay that much in bills
I can confirm amazon is a plantation. I always went there as a last resort to get out of heavy situations. Stay strong fam you got a breakthrough coming 💪🏾
Worked at a chicken plant when I was about 19-20. I’m 38 now. I hated every.single.day. And I know exactly what you mean by that “slave system” like Amazon. It’s a dead end. I walked out, and never looked back. I did go back to the streets for min, but I thought about having a better future. Dropped out of a university after getting banned from campus (long story. I did get my Assoc degree though), started working two jobs. Got fired from one, the other my manager was caught stealing and everyone under him lost their hours or job altogether, including me. Was straight broke at this point, walked around and came into the military recruiting station. Joined the military, and was in the Delayed entry program. I walked 10 miles to work one way at another job. Got rides to the military meetings. My brother and I were homeless for a little while during this time. He was shot and killed shortly afterwards. Went to his funeral May 5,2010. Next week I left for boot camp May 19, 2010 and left that life of brokenness and despair behind. Here I am, 22 countries in , 2 homes, a fiancé later, with an online clothing business. I go back home to visit family and my brother’s grave. I’m thankful for everything. God is great. Hope you stick with your plan bro, finish your degree and get into the delivery business. Pray over everything, visualize your success and the future, and then take action. God bless bro. 🙏🏾🤲🏾
Homes fiancé business All of that means nothing the part where you said you lost your bro and you visit his grave is what got me no amount of money could replace that ever.
Keep your head up my brother … Always stay positive Been married 24 years … Our adult daughter moved back in with us along with her 2 kids, our grandkids Adult son moved back in with us too
@@DudeNamedJeffery give your son and ultimatum. When it comes to your daughter....ngl thats just a bad situation since she made a horrible life decision to have 2 kids without having a job
@@DudeNamedJeffery Extremely tough situation. The obvious answer would be to just kick them out since they are grown. But realistically they are your kids plus she has children who also need support. If i were in your shoes id just endure and try my best to support my daughter and make sure she doesn't repeat her past mistakes until she is on her feet. When it comes to your son, i don't think you would be wrong for kicking him out, especially if him being there is causing you any extra mental/financial stress. I pray things get better and you find a way to get through this situation 🙏
Entry level admin assistant job homie. Pay isnt great but you get hella days off. You feel refreshed after a day. Manual labor kills your mind and body after so many years.
Once you get your degree, apply to the "Fed" Government!! I started as a Clerical typist in the Government years ago. Well, I eventually made it to management. Don't be ashamed of getting a job (eg. clerical, mail room etc.) to get your foot in the door. You got to crawl before you can walk and run!
You got the spirit and hustle. Only up from here❤wishing you the absolute best king 👑 Happy new year. Saw your other video you definitely look less stressed
Happy to see other hard working black men out here getting it! 💪🏾. I was done bad bout a year ago got my CNA and looking to finish some schooling too. Stay up brother 🙏🏾
What's good my bro, shit man i felt this video to the heart foreal. I know how your feeling my man, and its like there's no way out. but you're on the right path my brother, just know that, it first takes knowing and realizing your situation then making a change. I'm from the drug game as well, both sides of it. UA-cam can take you some places i know that for sure. and i hope you can find your happiness and success soon bros, its coming. do what you feel like is best for you. what makes you happy. I do the same thing i talk about my life on here and people like it. keep it up bros Im rooting for you!
Thanks man I appreciate it. I believe in myself all the way bro. My journey isn’t easy but it’s going to be rewarding 💯 Good job on your channel bro keep it up
@@Adolphus209 31 with twins, 3 felonies (record sealed like 2 weeks ago) hustled for 15 years, recorded music for 15. Just moved to a new state so I’m doing deliveries until I start my job. I put a lot of bread aside in crypto so now I’m trying to buy property. We are all just trying to level up and be great fathers. We should connect and swap interviews or just have a real conversation and build
If you have a natural born talent you were born with, then find a way to capitalize on it. That way you'll have a career your passionate with and it won't seem like work to you. I do wish you the best brotha 👍👍
Few years a lot of people passed in my family. Lost my job. Lost my girlfriend. Had to pick up the pieces and start again. Still building it back up. Watching your videos reminded me what it was like.
Bro yes! I currently work at Amazon delivering and I love it man! You got what people want and 80% are pumped to see me! I’m not stuck in one place. Before I had a warehouse job and everyone was just ignorant. Now I don’t trip or stress going to work. I’m rooting for you my dude! Prayers 🙏🙏
If you’re going to school in person, if you fill out the fafsa you should be eligible for work study. you should be able to get a desk / clerical job on campus, either at the admissions office or financial aid office or somewhere similar. Work study jobs work with your school schedule. I worked as a TA all through college and knew a lot of other people who did work around campus and everyone liked it. No experience necessary. Then you’ll have some desk job / clerical experience to get your foot in the door as a secretary / admin at an office if that’s what you want. Telemarketing / call centers can also be an option that doesn’t require college that lets you sit at a desk all day.
Just don't give up and go back to the street life. You're on the right track. It's a grind for sure, life ain't easy, but men do what we have to. It's just how it is.
Maybe consider merchandising for a beverage company. It's entry-level, but a way to get your foot in the door, and meet and network with management in grocery stores. You can then try to move up to a sales position, and If you do make a connection with grocery staff, ask if you can use them as a reference. Just another avenue that came to mind. You were smart to use the temp/employment agency as well. Some also have many resources like free computer training that you can do online, so check that out too. Blessings.
@@Adolphus209 No. they’re talking about those dudes that work at Pepsi or coke or Dr Pepper factory where they drive like a box truck to the grocery stores and fill up. They have the bottling plants in most decent size cities.
I do security and its pretty chill if you're not looking to do anything crazy or taxing on your body. can patrol every hour and walk around but mostly you can sit, easy money
I been in that same exact position with anxiety about work bruh. I had a manual labor job on a golf course and during winter I'd have to clock in at 6:30 AM to cut down and chip trees in 20 degree weather. Boss was alright but kind of a dickhead some days and the pay was shit. I quit earlier this week and I'm coasting on savings until I find something else. You're better off not working at that place if they were gonna fire you for something stupid like that my guy. Just keep moving forward for your babies and eventually you'll get a breakthrough when you least expect. You got this 👊
@@bewater8417 What a stupid outlook lol That's clearly your own paranoia talking. Literally nothing in life is guaranteed bruh. Staying at a job you hate for years just for a "lifeline" doesn't mean you can't get hit by a bus tomorrow. Better to take a chance and go for a life you actually find worth risking stability for than wasting years at some place and accumulating stress because you're afraid you "might not find a job" later. Also I said I'm 'coasting on savings'. Which means I actually have a lifeline. Nice reading skills, friend. Take care and try not to die with regrets in the far future.
@nathanielsmith6065 Thanks for the reply. I lost my job because of covid mandates and was unable to get a new one because of vaccine mandate. I had lots of savings but it's not that freeing really in my opinion. Now I am end of 20s and work on offshore platforms. 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off. During winter extended vacation. It's time to get that skydiving license and live fully without risking the financial future in the process. Don't forget your future self. You want to hone your skills. Living day to day without direction is not propper adult behavior. Your inner contiousness will not be happy longterm.
@@bewater8417 Bro, you doing way more assuming than reading rn. Cause nothing you wrote got anything to do with what I said. 1. "Coasting on savings" doesn't mean I'm out here chilling on the beach with nothing to do and no plans to ever work again. It means I am coasting on savings. It's literally no different than if I jumped into another shitty job after leaving my other one. Because I have the money to pay my bills. So what are you talking about? 2. So you think living totally off savings and not having to work at all wasn't very freeing to you. But working for someone and getting a measly few weeks vacation is "living fully"? Wage-slave logic at its finest. 3. I am older than you. So you can chill with talking down to me like you know better, G. You don't know me or my plans. Stop assuming shit. If you're cool with a 9-5 until you die. Fine. Do you. But don't come at people for quitting jobs that make them miserable, with your paranoid play-it-safe advice like you know what you're talking about.
Hey another good option is real estate agent. You can make good money, probably not first starting off but eventually you will. And you’ll get to be outside as well
I’m a woman. I don’t work in a warehouse but I do work in hotel housekeeping. I definitely understand the term “slave” we are all tired of slaving and working our years away. New to your channel. Subbing 👍🏽 Door dash, Uber and Amazon flex came in handy for my husband. It definitely helps pay the bills
I'm at UPS warehouse. I understand your pain brotha. I'm glad you left Amazon. You seem happier. I subscribed to your channel. Hopefully we see more of your content on what you will be doing these days.
ive been in the same situation aswell. warehouse then auto parts delivery. i went to my local community college and talked to some of the counselors over the phone and explained my situation. Talk about ur skills or what u like to do and they can get u set up with a plan and some assistance with funds. im currently working as an VFX artist in a studio.
Just found your channel and subscribed. Definitely finish with your college degree like you're doing. You seem like a very smart young man with a good head on your shoulders! Never stay with a job that makes you feel stressed or depressed. Keep up the good work!
As long as you don’t quit and continue striving to improve your life something will switch and opportunity will present itself you just gotta keep going and trying
Bro i knew thats where you worked. I just posted on your last video. Lol! You sound just like me brotha. I have an associates degree in Business Administration. I haven't had much luck. Still a struggle. The Zon had me feeling down plus hurt but i had money. I had to let it go. I thought about applying again but for delivery too. No openings in my area. Hang in there brotha at least you have your wife and kids. Its even harder as a single dad. Need two incomes these days! Rough out here!
I’ve been working at Post Office for last 11 years now.. I work inside the plant.. I know how you feel! Feeling like I’m stuck here for the long haul 🤦🏻♂️
I worked in warehouses since I was 19. Started working jobs when I was 16. I had a girl on the way soon as I turned 20. And all I knew was how to go get a job after high school. I made sure I got put on a forklift license early for that extra pay that always getting you to go for. I worked all the way up until I was 30 and had a mental breakdown that just build up over the years. I had dreams of a music career. Wanted to take on DJ’ing but was afraid I was already too set in my ways to change my life. But I had been practicing in my room for years until I broke out. One day I had all my ducks in order and just quit. Quit my job. Couldn’t take it anymore. I was having terrible anxiety attacks right before getting out the car to clock in. I just really didn’t want to be there. Fought that depression for another 6 months. The shit felt like Stockholm syndrome for real. I couldn’t relax for anything. I’m now 36 years old and I’m moving my whole family off of the money I’ve made from the DJ business. I only said all that to let you know that you aren’t alone, in how you are thinking homie. Working how we did is no longer the only way to success. So many different ways to get $ and live the life you want for yourself and the life you want to to provide to your family. Best wishes dude.
thank you for telling your story. this is exactly how i feel right now. as a female ive been at this warehouse job for 11 months now. it has destroyed my mental and physical. i just can’t take it anymore. i’m going to quit and take off time to look for something else.
I’m currently getting my bachelors in cyber security after working warehouse roles for years smh so I feel you man… you feel stuck and that was the shittiest feeling working and just thinking “damn I need to get outta here and do better” while lifting a 50-60lbs bundle of flooring up 3 flights of stairs smh… shit was not worth it for me🤦🏽
An associates should be enough to get into entry level admin jobs. Banks, government, clerical, HR assistant etc. Like a lot people said they pay may be meh at first but you guaranteed hours and a job. With administration and business experience you can go anywhere. Look into sales too.
Bro you don't want to be no Amazon delivery driver. That job sucks too. They give you double the load of a UPS driver every day and you have to load the truck yourself in 15 minutes. You kill your strength before you even get started for the day. Go work at a grocery store or something and finish school if you can. I would suggest becoming an engineer over getting a business degree. Learn how to invent things. A lot of people don't want to do business with black people... even some black people, so if you can make something people can't live without, that could be the key to success. Good luck with whatever you do and stay up fam...
I was an amazon driver and liked it. I only worked 3 days a week tho sun, tues, thurs so I had time to rest and reset after every shift. But I liked being outside and being on my own
Very true. And I was an Amazon delivery driver….three times with three different DSP. Horrible experience that was, but it taught me to never do this type of work again.
@@delorianholley6850 that's the same for an associates nowadays. The AA is what the hs diploma used to be. You can get many jobs without a diploma, shxt I just read the navy is about to allow people to join without diplomas.
Apply to your local trade union. IBEW (electrical) or the plumbers and steamfitters union. Sign up for an apprenticeship program. You start work immediately and the school is free. Or find your local chapter of ABC (associated builders and contractors). Their apprenticeship is fairly cheap and most companies will reimburse you once you complete each year. Good luck young fella
If you’re interested canteen is hiring they own most of the vending machines in America they offer overtime to. You get salary but you also get 15% commission for your card transactions on your machines. They have decent insurance to plus bonuses every 6 months. Either way keep going you got this
Brother you don’t need a degree to get into any kind of clerical or sales job. My advice is for you to look into call center work do that for a year and then try your luck at sales. You got this brother do call center and gig work on the side. Keep applying to higher paying roles after a year. Good luck to you bro.
Blessing in disguise this is a sign to do what your heart is set or plan to do I commend you for being transparent and vocal in mental health of a black man jus tryna strive figure it our the degree thing congrats
I do delivery with Amazon now. I fell in love with it because I’m by myself, just me the van and the music. If you can look past all the packages and stop count and just enjoying being out there, you will like it to. I also got promoted in 6 months of delivering so now I’m not even in the field really. My position got easier. Keep your head up bro, and if you keep believing in yourself, no matter how hard it get you got it! 💪🏾💯
Praying for you man🙏 I just recently had a kid too and been trying to get my life together to provide. Starting school back up in fall and struggling to find a job that will help us get by, This resonates w me cus I understand that feeling now of having all this pressure on your shoulders, but ask God for strength and persevere keep going at it
Left my warehouse gig, jumped into closet installation on a whim. Zero experience, but it turns out I've got a knack for handy work and attention to detail. Tough start-no training, sketchy coworkers, gatekeeping skilled guys. Hit many walls, nearly gave up several times. Eventually moved to a better company as a lead installer. Endure the BS, and you're essentially getting paid to learn. After four years, you gain experience, some cash, and new opportunities. Compare that to spending two years in school for an AA without knowing your career path-you'll end up with neither experience nor money, unless you like studying. But that's only my opinion because I did the school route and wasted years only to realize it wasn't for me. Keep us posted.
I just happened to watch this video. I am on the other side of the working years, about to retire in a couple of years. I have been through a few jobs and earned a couple of college degrees along the way to advance my career. Just take it one step at a time, it will get better. But, young people have to be careful and think hard about AI (artificial intelligence). AI is going to wipe out many current jobs, so be very careful about picking a field that will not be automated in a decade or two. Good Luck!
Im glad I stumbled to your channel. I beleive you will find that nitch in life for income you want. You seem positive and a go getter. My captain obvious input from a 42yr old lol is keep grinding and don’t get comfortable until you find your nitch/ career. Stay hungry and live within your means. Debt also destroys families!! 🙏🏽💪🏽
Discipline discipline discipline bro.keep grinding you will make it.apply for one of those trucks that delivers wine and start as a helper until you can move up.or Pepsi and start as a merchandiser.you work alone ina store stocking and will be by yourself for tge most part except for customers being around.
Are you good with your hands? Try apartment/hotel/property maintenance. It’s a different thing everyday, you get to be outside moving around, and makes the time go by faster.
Hey man at least you have a wife and kids. I’m struggling to find a good woman to share life with. We all have problems man. Life’s not easy, gotta keep pushing. Edit: I spent all my life working hard to set myself up for a family when I meet a woman. Had several failed relationships, been fired and quit my jobs in the same career many times. I bought a home, payed it off. Now I’m mid 30’s and realised it all means crap to me since I’m not happy being alone. I am a good looking European Aussie man but here in Australia I struggle to find someone for future because I am an auto body mechanic. Women here look at us like crap, when I tell them my job they delete me on apps. Getting laid hasn’t been too hard but finding a connection has. Dabbling a little into heavy drugs here and there. I basically gave up in life. If you had what I have with ur family I hope u do because being single with a 3 bedroom house doesn’t sit right with me. Life can be depressing at times. My friend was in your position- 3 kids and a wife/ partner and he died from cancer at 35. All I can say is you’re blessed brother: you don’t know it. Good luck
Check out car dealerships , recreational vehicles and places like that. They have parts delivery from there shops so you could get into that. You mentioned sales and they have those positions as well. They are good jobs with good people and an interesting environment. Good luck my man
Aye Man I Just Want To Touch On Something You Mentioned In The Video That Came Before This One. You Said This Was A Self Help Channel. And To Me Bro It Is! You Being True To Yourself And Honest With The Folks Watching And I Dig It. You Gone Be Shining Sooner Than You Think Woe, Just Stay Focused, Stay Positive And Continue To Grind For Your Family. Thank You For Sharing Your Story And Your Perspective, You Helping More Than You Know! Big Blessings Woe 🙏🏾🤲🏾
Salute to you!!! Look at how the Universe works! You were freed from the bond age that you felt you were in. It’s amazing that you’ve returned back to school to further your education! Since you like being outside and you’re also interred in psychology, look into becoming a court appointed advocate for the youth of mentally disabled. Not sure what state you live in but this type of job will allow you to still travel picking up individuals to transport them to court appointments and or other necessary appointments. as their advocate/ represent on their behalf. You’re going to do well for you and your family, good luck with everything! 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️
You got a sub bro.. I suggest Fedex express. Fedex ground is more of a hustle/fast-paced delivery. Amazon delivery is aaiiight but it gets harder every week ; your package count never stops going up until you leave. If you do do amazon, don’t go above and beyond because they don’t care about using you to rescue slow folks after you complete your route. Overall i suggest fedex express.
Young brother, get those CDL's and don't allow anyone to discourage you. I got mine in 1995 when i was 23 years old. However, no matter what job you get, you're going to have to start out at the entry level. Nonetheless, you can and will always work your way up. Thats just how life goes. Just keep on pushing and remember, its always going to be difficult throughout life. You just have to endure and persever. 💪🏾💪🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️
I believe in you brother! I hope you can find a career path that’s more fulfilling than a warehouse job like that! Whether it be through further education or another path, if you stay focused on doing what you need to to build a better future I know you can get yourself into a wonderful spot in a few years!
Make sure that you push education onto your children. I know it’s mixed feelings about college but one thing a person can never take away from you is your education. It opens more doors for opportunities in my opinion.
Get into software or tech sales my brother. Its an option to work from home(which I do being a husband and father -helps a ton) as well with base salary + commission. Amazing field and rewarding! Lmk if I can help in any way.
Class B license and work for a furniture moving company driving box trucks maybe, trades like electrician and HVAC always hiring helpers, and they'll pay for your schooling while you work, and you'll make much more money with a journeyman license.
Proud of you bro for going back to CC college at least you out here trying bro. I commented on the depressed vid and now see this one right after. I do the DoorDash and app thing too and yea it’s not the greatest but it will get you by but have to put them long hrs in to actually make real money But for me I’m happier when I’m out there running my deliveries it’s just not consistent $ I guess cause it charges day to day. I might have a great day on sat Monday but make 40 bucks the next day. Guess it’s the price you pay to be on you’re own doing you’re own thing but just gotta make what you can of it
Bro life is not a rush so do things at your own pace. You want a driving job and you want to work for amazon what do you think about doing amzon flex? You can use your own car and get paid for blocks instead of hourly, just a suggestion. And remember, what work for someone else may or may not work for you
Finish your AA, apply for scholarships for potential 4 year. Looks good for resume. You need to play to your strengths in regards to what job you apply to, and remember beggars can’t be choosers, whoever gives you a shot, work for them and work your ass off, leave your phone in the car if you need to
I'm consider getting my CDL. Ive heard alot about robots will be driving trucks in the future so i figured id jump in there an get a few years in before that happens. Things are changing. We as people are changing. We have kids, bills an just want more time to be with our families. Nobody should feel trapped while working a job. I salute your drive. Keep pushing, things will get better.
Honestly now im realizing they were fishing for a reason to fire you If it was the first time they caught you on your phone they could’ve left you off with a warning
Three years ago I was on the same path as you and I went back to school to become a welder. Keep going to school and the doors will open up for you trust the process God bless.
Having a degree is not going to help you. Im in IT with multiple degrees and certifications. Jobs will still let you go and try to low ball your wage at the next job interview. My advice is to go to a trade school. Get a skill that you can offer if you go freelance. If you just want a nice 9-5 job somewhere then find a large company and apply as security or loading dock area. Just to get yourself in the door. Set up job alerts on your phone for that company and try to apply for a new position you might like from within. Dont stay at any job role more then two years. Keep moving up. A job will NOT promote you. Look out for yourself. In time you will have a nice desk job at a big company. An AA or BS will only get you an entry position anyways with student loan debt. Just save your money and apply directly for an entry position. Just do it for a company you can see yourself working for years for. Hope this helps.
You’re doing good man! Hang in there! I also do the delivery apps including Amazon Flex and I like it a lot better than working a 9-5 job! You ever thought about doing digital marketing? It’s also a good side hustle if you wanna bring in some extra 💰 too! Congrats on the A.A though! I graduate in April with a B.S. and I can’t wait to be done with school lol.
If you want to do office work and get paid a good hourly plus commission… get into collections! That will keep you on your feet until you figure out what you want to do with
I feel you fam, I promise I was in the same boat here in Dallas. I was sellin bud thinkin thats what I was go do for a minute. Then I realized you caint do that all yo life and expect to succeed, I tried warehouses and fast food but that just wasn’t for me . I even do door dash to sometimes, I did it just last week or some I think . But I went and got my Associates of arts degree from Tarrant county community college here in Fort Worth in 2020. Then I applied to university of north texas and got accepted in 2022 and that’s where I’m at now. I’m planning to become a doctor in internal medicine/psychiatry and neurology/cardiology. Then go on to be general surgeon and neurosurgeon. I recently applied to some volunteer work in hospitals/clinic because you need really good grades and face to face patient experience for that type of work. My point is I was in the same boat except I don’t have kids, it might be hard, but the ends justify the means. Hope you get yo degree and become a psychologist or succeed in whatever it is you plan on doing for you and yo kids. Good luck G 💯
i’m getting my builders licenses to one day become an independent contractor. Only a 60 hr online course, books sent to your house. $590 and after that just take the exam $195 pass and you get license with or without experience but you’ll probably want some
I also was at an Amazon for a year, and I swear, you never get used to it; Especially if you have several work friends who quit while you're still there because that means you're losing essentially the only exciting part of coming to the job; Being trapped at that workstation is something you can't get use to no matter how long you determine yourself to try to make it work If anything, constantly trying to make it work will just keep on building up brain damage
The problem is people today want things to come easy, life is hard, you're not gonna always start off in something that you like, you got kids you gotta do what you gotta do. Get a job that is secure, that pays decent, Something that will fit into your schedule while you can try to go to school. Learn a trade, something that you will make good money doing and have a future. It's gonna be hard, but you did things out of order so you're just gonna have to grind. In the Is meantime Don't have any more kids at the moment, focus on getting your money app working hard and getting your career going. People aren't gonna like what I'm about to say but it's just hard facts, the world doesn't care about a man's problems, a man is expected to be a provider and a protector And you have mouths to feed, So put in the work, set an example for your kids, giv your wife security and take pride in having the ability to be able to do that, comma focus on God and the blessings will come.
Get into the trades brother, apply to an apprenticeship program. It’s hard work but you get skills, it’s paid training and you can start your own company.
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Get your CDL my G. Can’t never go wrong with that. Blessings to you fam. 💯
facts, told him the same thing
Cdl ain't shit either. They don't pay shit
@@NoctisStrife88 Doesn't that depend on the company you end up signing with? Also I think the point is the freedom from people looking over your back for dumb shit, like the guy in the video was talking about. With trucking you on your own for the most part once you get going.
Fuel hauling as a CDL truck driver is fun
@@NoctisStrife88thats cap bro I’ve seen 2000 a week at 4 different jobs local and OTR only had it for 4 years then if you go OTR u really don’t have to pay that much in bills
I can confirm amazon is a plantation. I always went there as a last resort to get out of heavy situations. Stay strong fam you got a breakthrough coming 💪🏾
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He got to create that breakthrough… ain’t shit falling out of thin air. I want to see my people win 💯
Worked at a chicken plant when I was about 19-20. I’m 38 now. I hated every.single.day. And I know exactly what you mean by that “slave system” like Amazon. It’s a dead end. I walked out, and never looked back. I did go back to the streets for min, but I thought about having a better future. Dropped out of a university after getting banned from campus (long story. I did get my Assoc degree though), started working two jobs. Got fired from one, the other my manager was caught stealing and everyone under him lost their hours or job altogether, including me. Was straight broke at this point, walked around and came into the military recruiting station. Joined the military, and was in the Delayed entry program. I walked 10 miles to work one way at another job. Got rides to the military meetings. My brother and I were homeless for a little while during this time. He was shot and killed shortly afterwards. Went to his funeral May 5,2010. Next week I left for boot camp May 19, 2010 and left that life of brokenness and despair behind. Here I am, 22 countries in , 2 homes, a fiancé later, with an online clothing business. I go back home to visit family and my brother’s grave. I’m thankful for everything. God is great. Hope you stick with your plan bro, finish your degree and get into the delivery business. Pray over everything, visualize your success and the future, and then take action. God bless bro. 🙏🏾🤲🏾
Was your brother shot at war or on the street?
@@joelm4847 to this day, no one really knows. It seemed like an isolated incident, but you can never be sure.
Homes fiancé business All of that means nothing the part where you said you lost your bro and you visit his grave is what got me no amount of money could replace that ever.
@@abolisher you’re right. There’s no greater or sadder feeling than when I come back home to visit my brother’s grave. Anyways. I appreciate you bro.
@@bigharp0949u are literally blessed!! Respect 2 U Big time!!
I worked in the warehouse few years ago. Now i got my CDL and enjoying life.
Can you describe what a typical day is like since you got your cdl?
@@nathanielsmith6065wake up get meat suck then count money and buy food everyday since i got my cdl
you're OTR? or tanker fuel ?
Local tanker fueling cdl
Keep your head up my brother … Always stay positive
Been married 24 years … Our adult daughter moved back in with us along with her 2 kids, our grandkids
Adult son moved back in with us too
Wish one of my parents would let me stay with them for a bit to save for a place. You sound like a cool dad.
@@DudeNamedJeffery give your son and ultimatum. When it comes to your daughter....ngl thats just a bad situation since she made a horrible life decision to have 2 kids without having a job
@@DudeNamedJeffery Extremely tough situation. The obvious answer would be to just kick them out since they are grown. But realistically they are your kids plus she has children who also need support. If i were in your shoes id just endure and try my best to support my daughter and make sure she doesn't repeat her past mistakes until she is on her feet. When it comes to your son, i don't think you would be wrong for kicking him out, especially if him being there is causing you any extra mental/financial stress.
I pray things get better and you find a way to get through this situation 🙏
Brother Try out your local Apprenticeships in HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing. Get your CDL , or Construction, / Project Management for your degree.
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Entry level admin assistant job homie. Pay isnt great but you get hella days off. You feel refreshed after a day. Manual labor kills your mind and body after so many years.
Manual labor kills your body..but your mind? Nah. It's office work and corporate politics that do that. I've done both.
@@nathanielsmith6065 agree office job kill mental health while labor job kills physical
I agree
Fr not everybody wanna trade or manual job. Business and administration experience can take you to any company. You gotta start somewhere.
@@tym9080 100% with enough dedication, you can definitely move up if you put in the effort and time.
Once you get your degree, apply to the "Fed" Government!! I started as a Clerical typist in the Government years ago. Well, I eventually made it to management. Don't be ashamed of getting a job (eg. clerical, mail room etc.) to get your foot in the door. You got to crawl before you can walk and run!
You got the spirit and hustle. Only up from here❤wishing you the absolute best king 👑 Happy new year. Saw your other video you definitely look less stressed
Yup I was stressed. I’ve been in more stressful and dangerous situations so I can handle it. These videos is therapeutic tho
I know you was like “he look a mess” 😂
@@Adolphus209 check out t3 and me bro
Spreading ur legs is ur job gtfo u know Nathan about work
Dope content it’s raw and real keep it coming UA-cam might be your lane bro 💰
Happy to see other hard working black men out here getting it! 💪🏾. I was done bad bout a year ago got my CNA and looking to finish some schooling too. Stay up brother 🙏🏾
That’s wusup opportunity is everywhere I’m up and at it everyday 💯
How is it being a CNA?
@@Adolphus209Being a CNA is no joke. If you want something quick and not back breaking, get your phlebotomy cert or pharmacy tech and go from there.
Keep grinding get ur degree!!!stay away from Amazon …that warehouse made me go crazy
What's good my bro, shit man i felt this video to the heart foreal. I know how your feeling my man, and its like there's no way out. but you're on the right path my brother, just know that, it first takes knowing and realizing your situation then making a change. I'm from the drug game as well, both sides of it. UA-cam can take you some places i know that for sure. and i hope you can find your happiness and success soon bros, its coming. do what you feel like is best for you. what makes you happy. I do the same thing i talk about my life on here and people like it. keep it up bros Im rooting for you!
Thanks man I appreciate it. I believe in myself all the way bro. My journey isn’t easy but it’s going to be rewarding 💯 Good job on your channel bro keep it up
What made you start your channel bro?
Keep taking care of them babies and work your plan 🖤
Thank you, seem like you know the feeling 🙏🏾
@@Adolphus209 31 with twins, 3 felonies (record sealed like 2 weeks ago) hustled for 15 years, recorded music for 15. Just moved to a new state so I’m doing deliveries until I start my job. I put a lot of bread aside in crypto so now I’m trying to buy property. We are all just trying to level up and be great fathers. We should connect and swap interviews or just have a real conversation and build
If you have a natural born talent you were born with, then find a way to capitalize on it. That way you'll have a career your passionate with and it won't seem like work to you. I do wish you the best brotha 👍👍
thanks im working at it
You’re an inspiration. Glad you are still going strong.
Thank you and of course there’s no other way 😊
We’re you going through something similar?
Few years a lot of people passed in my family. Lost my job. Lost my girlfriend. Had to pick up the pieces and start again. Still building it back up. Watching your videos reminded me what it was like.
Bro yes! I currently work at Amazon delivering and I love it man! You got what people want and 80% are pumped to see me! I’m not stuck in one place. Before I had a warehouse job and everyone was just ignorant. Now I don’t trip or stress going to work. I’m rooting for you my dude! Prayers 🙏🙏
If you’re going to school in person, if you fill out the fafsa you should be eligible for work study. you should be able to get a desk / clerical job on campus, either at the admissions office or financial aid office or somewhere similar. Work study jobs work with your school schedule. I worked as a TA all through college and knew a lot of other people who did work around campus and everyone liked it. No experience necessary. Then you’ll have some desk job / clerical experience to get your foot in the door as a secretary / admin at an office if that’s what you want. Telemarketing / call centers can also be an option that doesn’t require college that lets you sit at a desk all day.
Can you still get a school job without having fasfa or being a full time student?
@@theinfamousop2691Yes, go on the school website and search for staff positions not faculty. Good luck
@@theinfamousop2691 no.
Just don't give up and go back to the street life. You're on the right track. It's a grind for sure, life ain't easy, but men do what we have to. It's just how it is.
Maybe consider merchandising for a beverage company. It's entry-level, but a way to get your foot in the door, and meet and network with management in grocery stores. You can then try to move up to a sales position, and If you do make a connection with grocery staff, ask if you can use them as a reference. Just another avenue that came to mind. You were smart to use the temp/employment agency as well. Some also have many resources like free computer training that you can do online, so check that out too. Blessings.
Thank you for that I appreciate it 💯
You mean delivery beverages to grocery stores? Wouldn’t I need a cdl?
@@Adolphus209 No. they’re talking about those dudes that work at Pepsi or coke or Dr Pepper factory where they drive like a box truck to the grocery stores and fill up. They have the bottling plants in most decent size cities.
@@besverjin5130those box trucks, you def need a cdl cuz they have air brakes
I do security and its pretty chill if you're not looking to do anything crazy or taxing on your body. can patrol every hour and walk around but mostly you can sit, easy money
Am actually thinking about going to do security my self here in New York…
I been in that same exact position with anxiety about work bruh. I had a manual labor job on a golf course and during winter I'd have to clock in at 6:30 AM to cut down and chip trees in 20 degree weather. Boss was alright but kind of a dickhead some days and the pay was shit. I quit earlier this week and I'm coasting on savings until I find something else.
You're better off not working at that place if they were gonna fire you for something stupid like that my guy. Just keep moving forward for your babies and eventually you'll get a breakthrough when you least expect.
You got this 👊
Bad move to cut your lifeline.
There is no future job guarantee.
Take care try not to die in the near future.
@@bewater8417 What a stupid outlook lol That's clearly your own paranoia talking.
Literally nothing in life is guaranteed bruh. Staying at a job you hate for years just for a "lifeline" doesn't mean you can't get hit by a bus tomorrow. Better to take a chance and go for a life you actually find worth risking stability for than wasting years at some place and accumulating stress because you're afraid you "might not find a job" later.
Also I said I'm 'coasting on savings'. Which means I actually have a lifeline. Nice reading skills, friend.
Take care and try not to die with regrets in the far future.
@nathanielsmith6065 Thanks for the reply. I lost my job because of covid mandates and was unable to get a new one because of vaccine mandate. I had lots of savings but it's not that freeing really in my opinion. Now I am end of 20s and work on offshore platforms. 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off. During winter extended vacation. It's time to get that skydiving license and live fully without risking the financial future in the process. Don't forget your future self. You want to hone your skills. Living day to day without direction is not propper adult behavior. Your inner contiousness will not be happy longterm.
@@bewater8417 Bro, you doing way more assuming than reading rn. Cause nothing you wrote got anything to do with what I said.
1. "Coasting on savings" doesn't mean I'm out here chilling on the beach with nothing to do and no plans to ever work again. It means I am coasting on savings. It's literally no different than if I jumped into another shitty job after leaving my other one. Because I have the money to pay my bills. So what are you talking about?
2. So you think living totally off savings and not having to work at all wasn't very freeing to you. But working for someone and getting a measly few weeks vacation is "living fully"? Wage-slave logic at its finest.
3. I am older than you. So you can chill with talking down to me like you know better, G. You don't know me or my plans. Stop assuming shit.
If you're cool with a 9-5 until you die. Fine. Do you. But don't come at people for quitting jobs that make them miserable, with your paranoid play-it-safe advice like you know what you're talking about.
Re-read some of the new suggestions posted in the comments section.
Hey another good option is real estate agent. You can make good money, probably not first starting off but eventually you will. And you’ll get to be outside as well
I’m a woman. I don’t work in a warehouse but I do work in hotel housekeeping. I definitely understand the term “slave” we are all tired of slaving and working our years away. New to your channel. Subbing 👍🏽
Door dash, Uber and Amazon flex came in handy for my husband. It definitely helps pay the bills
I speak on my channel how we can change that queen 🙏🏾
@@thelevelupcommunity bro check out t3 and me
@saybrittaney check out t3 and me 🙏🏾🙌🏾
I'm at UPS warehouse. I understand your pain brotha. I'm glad you left Amazon. You seem happier. I subscribed to your channel. Hopefully we see more of your content on what you will be doing these days.
I also worked in a warehouse like job probably around your age - hated it. I wish you the best Adolphus!
You got this brother. The hand of God is over your life. 💪🏾💯🙌🏾
I'm an LTL trucker bro, great money, is hard getting a CDL, but Worth it
depends where you at, but here in so cal, you need a 1 year experience(most likely OTR) or you work the dock and work your way up to a local driver
A call center job is at a desk, cubicle style, and there are different positions. You are figuring it out. You got this🙏🏾
ive been in the same situation aswell. warehouse then auto parts delivery. i went to my local community college and talked to some of the counselors over the phone and explained my situation. Talk about ur skills or what u like to do and they can get u set up with a plan and some assistance with funds. im currently working as an VFX artist in a studio.
I was just telling my wifey about talking to a counselor at my school to get more direction career wise
Just found your channel and subscribed. Definitely finish with your college degree like you're doing. You seem like a very smart young man with a good head on your shoulders! Never stay with a job that makes you feel stressed or depressed. Keep up the good work!
Welcome aboard, and thank you for the kind words of wisdom 💯
Hello from Bogota Colombia brother. Stay strong man
Sales is definitely the path for getting ahead and out of the rat race.
Sales in?
Luxury sales
It takes a certain type to be effective at sales though
@@brianmeen2158Two faced and backstabbing for sure
As long as you don’t quit and continue striving to improve your life something will switch and opportunity will present itself you just gotta keep going and trying
Bro i knew thats where you worked. I just posted on your last video. Lol! You sound just like me brotha. I have an associates degree in Business Administration. I haven't had much luck. Still a struggle. The Zon had me feeling down plus hurt but i had money. I had to let it go. I thought about applying again but for delivery too. No openings in my area. Hang in there brotha at least you have your wife and kids. Its even harder as a single dad. Need two incomes these days! Rough out here!
i hear you fam, we got this!
I’ve been working at Post Office for last 11 years now.. I work inside the plant.. I know how you feel! Feeling like I’m stuck here for the long haul 🤦🏻♂️
I worked in warehouses since I was 19. Started working jobs when I was 16. I had a girl on the way soon as I turned 20. And all I knew was how to go get a job after high school. I made sure I got put on a forklift license early for that extra pay that always getting you to go for. I worked all the way up until I was 30 and had a mental breakdown that just build up over the years. I had dreams of a music career. Wanted to take on DJ’ing but was afraid I was already too set in my ways to change my life. But I had been practicing in my room for years until I broke out. One day I had all my ducks in order and just quit. Quit my job. Couldn’t take it anymore. I was having terrible anxiety attacks right before getting out the car to clock in. I just really didn’t want to be there. Fought that depression for another 6 months. The shit felt like Stockholm syndrome for real. I couldn’t relax for anything.
I’m now 36 years old and I’m moving my whole family off of the money I’ve made from the DJ business. I only said all that to let you know that you aren’t alone, in how you are thinking homie. Working how we did is no longer the only way to success. So many different ways to get $ and live the life you want for yourself and the life you want to to provide to your family.
Best wishes dude.
thank you for telling your story. this is exactly how i feel right now. as a female ive been at this warehouse job for 11 months now. it has destroyed my mental and physical. i just can’t take it anymore. i’m going to quit and take off time to look for something else.
I been unemployed for 8 months now 😂 God gon make a way!!! Just trust
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work security. watch cameras and chill while you do school work.
Sounds coo. I was thinking of that, my brother in law works security
Do office night security, quite nights no stress no humans, study your thing. Just time your power naps strategically so ppl won’t report you sleeping
You’re putting things together bro, I respect you.
I’m currently getting my bachelors in cyber security after working warehouse roles for years smh so I feel you man… you feel stuck and that was the shittiest feeling working and just thinking “damn I need to get outta here and do better” while lifting a 50-60lbs bundle of flooring up 3 flights of stairs smh… shit was not worth it for me🤦🏽
Big Congrats Bruh!, Keep it coming 🔥💪🏿
Good lookin fam 💯 will do
An associates should be enough to get into entry level admin jobs. Banks, government, clerical, HR assistant etc. Like a lot people said they pay may be meh at first but you guaranteed hours and a job. With administration and business experience you can go anywhere. Look into sales too.
STAY STRONG BROTHER 💪 EVERYTHING WILL WORK OUT PRAY SMILE AND STAY POSITIVE
Bro you don't want to be no Amazon delivery driver. That job sucks too. They give you double the load of a UPS driver every day and you have to load the truck yourself in 15 minutes. You kill your strength before you even get started for the day. Go work at a grocery store or something and finish school if you can. I would suggest becoming an engineer over getting a business degree. Learn how to invent things. A lot of people don't want to do business with black people... even some black people, so if you can make something people can't live without, that could be the key to success. Good luck with whatever you do and stay up fam...
I was an amazon driver and liked it. I only worked 3 days a week tho sun, tues, thurs so I had time to rest and reset after every shift. But I liked being outside and being on my own
Very true. And I was an Amazon delivery driver….three times with three different DSP. Horrible experience that was, but it taught me to never do this type of work again.
@@ghstbird3338 Did u have to do the training again when you changed dsp’s?
that mentality bro..
Business degree?? Oh man. What you need is a fing TRADE! Leave that laziness behind bro. You got 3 kids. Quit being a drifter.
An AA in business is basically just a piece of paper. I suggest either a trade or join the military. With 3 kids you needs results quick.
I have a trade under my belt and even I say this comment is ass. Trade doesn't equal success. Just means you got a piece of paper
@@delorianholley6850 that's the same for an associates nowadays. The AA is what the hs diploma used to be. You can get many jobs without a diploma, shxt I just read the navy is about to allow people to join without diplomas.
Apply to your local trade union. IBEW (electrical) or the plumbers and steamfitters union. Sign up for an apprenticeship program. You start work immediately and the school is free. Or find your local chapter of ABC (associated builders and contractors). Their apprenticeship is fairly cheap and most companies will reimburse you once you complete each year. Good luck young fella
Exactly trade school pays you better than a college degree unless your degree is nursing, IT or STEM.
If you’re interested canteen is hiring they own most of the vending machines in America they offer overtime to. You get salary but you also get 15% commission for your card transactions on your machines. They have decent insurance to plus bonuses every 6 months. Either way keep going you got this
Learned a trade fam Pipefitting,welding, rigging etc. Join a union , it’s never too late.
Brother you don’t need a degree to get into any kind of clerical or sales job. My advice is for you to look into call center work do that for a year and then try your luck at sales. You got this brother do call center and gig work on the side. Keep applying to higher paying roles after a year. Good luck to you bro.
What type of sales jobs are good if you have 1 year of call center experience?
HOPE THIS UA-cam THING IS YOUR WAY OUT, IM HERE TO FOLLOW YOUR JOURNEY , STAY STRONG
Blessing in disguise this is a sign to do what your heart is set or plan to do I commend you for being transparent and vocal in mental health of a black man jus tryna strive figure it our the degree thing congrats
You look a lot less stressed. Keep doing your thing and continue looking for better work in other areas.
I do delivery with Amazon now. I fell in love with it because I’m by myself, just me the van and the music. If you can look past all the packages and stop count and just enjoying being out there, you will like it to.
I also got promoted in 6 months of delivering so now I’m not even in the field really. My position got easier.
Keep your head up bro, and if you keep believing in yourself, no matter how hard it get you got it! 💪🏾💯
Look into being a medical courier in your area. Some jobs let you use your car and you can make a decent amount.
Praying for you man🙏 I just recently had a kid too and been trying to get my life together to provide. Starting school back up in fall and struggling to find a job that will help us get by, This resonates w me cus I understand that feeling now of having all this pressure on your shoulders, but ask God for strength and persevere keep going at it
Left my warehouse gig, jumped into closet installation on a whim. Zero experience, but it turns out I've got a knack for handy work and attention to detail. Tough start-no training, sketchy coworkers, gatekeeping skilled guys. Hit many walls, nearly gave up several times. Eventually moved to a better company as a lead installer. Endure the BS, and you're essentially getting paid to learn. After four years, you gain experience, some cash, and new opportunities. Compare that to spending two years in school for an AA without knowing your career path-you'll end up with neither experience nor money, unless you like studying. But that's only my opinion because I did the school route and wasted years only to realize it wasn't for me. Keep us posted.
I just happened to watch this video. I am on the other side of the working years, about to retire in a couple of years. I have been through a few jobs and earned a couple of college degrees along the way to advance my career. Just take it one step at a time, it will get better. But, young people have to be careful and think hard about AI (artificial intelligence). AI is going to wipe out many current jobs, so be very careful about picking a field that will not be automated in a decade or two. Good Luck!
Im glad I stumbled to your channel. I beleive you will find that nitch in life for income you want. You seem positive and a go getter. My captain obvious input from a 42yr old lol is keep grinding and don’t get comfortable until you find your nitch/ career. Stay hungry and live within your means. Debt also destroys families!! 🙏🏽💪🏽
You know who make good psychologists and if you wanna help people become a bartender. You can get good tips.
I’m hella introverted tho lol
Discipline discipline discipline bro.keep grinding you will make it.apply for one of those trucks that delivers wine and start as a helper until you can move up.or Pepsi and start as a merchandiser.you work alone ina store stocking and will be by yourself for tge most part except for customers being around.
Are you good with your hands? Try apartment/hotel/property maintenance. It’s a different thing everyday, you get to be outside moving around, and makes the time go by faster.
What up fam thanks 💯 I’m not much of a handy man tho
Hey man at least you have a wife and kids. I’m struggling to find a good woman to share life with. We all have problems man. Life’s not easy, gotta keep pushing. Edit: I spent all my life working hard to set myself up for a family when I meet a woman. Had several failed relationships, been fired and quit my jobs in the same career many times. I bought a home, payed it off. Now I’m mid 30’s and realised it all means crap to me since I’m not happy being alone. I am a good looking European Aussie man but here in Australia I struggle to find someone for future because I am an auto body mechanic. Women here look at us like crap, when I tell them my job they delete me on apps. Getting laid hasn’t been too hard but finding a connection has. Dabbling a little into heavy drugs here and there. I basically gave up in life. If you had what I have with ur family I hope u do because being single with a 3 bedroom house doesn’t sit right with me. Life can be depressing at times. My friend was in your position- 3 kids and a wife/ partner and he died from cancer at 35. All I can say is you’re blessed brother: you don’t know it. Good luck
Check out car dealerships , recreational vehicles and places like that. They have parts delivery from there shops so you could get into that. You mentioned sales and they have those positions as well. They are good jobs with good people and an interesting environment.
Good luck my man
Good job on pushing yourself to make yourself be and feel better. It's a long road but you need to hold out and keep pushing
Aye Man I Just Want To Touch On Something You Mentioned In The Video That Came Before This One. You Said This Was A Self Help Channel. And To Me Bro It Is! You Being True To Yourself And Honest With The Folks Watching And I Dig It. You Gone Be Shining Sooner Than You Think Woe, Just Stay Focused, Stay Positive And Continue To Grind For Your Family. Thank You For Sharing Your Story And Your Perspective, You Helping More Than You Know! Big Blessings Woe 🙏🏾🤲🏾
God bless you man. Seem like a good dude.
I appreciate that
Salute to you!!!
Look at how the Universe works! You were freed from the bond age that you felt you were in. It’s amazing that you’ve returned back to school to further your education!
Since you like being outside and you’re also interred in psychology, look into becoming a court appointed advocate for the youth of mentally disabled. Not sure what state you live in but this type of job will allow you to still travel picking up individuals to transport them to court appointments and or other necessary appointments. as their advocate/ represent on their behalf. You’re going to do well for you and your family, good luck with everything! 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️
You got a sub bro.. I suggest Fedex express. Fedex ground is more of a hustle/fast-paced delivery. Amazon delivery is aaiiight but it gets harder every week ; your package count never stops going up until you leave. If you do do amazon, don’t go above and beyond because they don’t care about using you to rescue slow folks after you complete your route. Overall i suggest fedex express.
Young brother, get those CDL's and don't allow anyone to discourage you. I got mine in 1995 when i was 23 years old. However, no matter what job you get, you're going to have to start out at the entry level. Nonetheless, you can and will always work your way up. Thats just how life goes. Just keep on pushing and remember, its always going to be difficult throughout life. You just have to endure and persever. 💪🏾💪🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️
I believe in you brother! I hope you can find a career path that’s more fulfilling than a warehouse job like that!
Whether it be through further education or another path, if you stay focused on doing what you need to to build a better future I know you can get yourself into a wonderful spot in a few years!
I was opening a warehouse from an operational perspective… our team decided to do a tour of an Amazon warehouse -- that shit was like a prison-
Keep hustling. You doing the right thing. Take care of your family. Get a skilled trade you can get paid well in.
I do lyft and all of the other gig jobs now I am going into cyber security
Make sure that you push education onto your children. I know it’s mixed feelings about college but one thing a person can never take away from you is your education. It opens more doors for opportunities in my opinion.
You'll be alright boss, we all in solidarity for ya.
Thank you
Good luck! Glad you and your family are doing well.
Get into software or tech sales my brother. Its an option to work from home(which I do being a husband and father -helps a ton) as well with base salary + commission. Amazing field and rewarding! Lmk if I can help in any way.
Class B license and work for a furniture moving company driving box trucks maybe, trades like electrician and HVAC always hiring helpers, and they'll pay for your schooling while you work, and you'll make much more money with a journeyman license.
You will be alright man we all go through stuff just keep your head up
Proud of you bro for going back to CC college at least you out here trying bro. I commented on the depressed vid and now see this one right after. I do the DoorDash and app thing too and yea it’s not the greatest but it will get you by but have to put them long hrs in to actually make real money But for me I’m happier when I’m out there running my deliveries it’s just not consistent $ I guess cause it charges day to day. I might have a great day on sat Monday but make 40 bucks the next day. Guess it’s the price you pay to be on you’re own doing you’re own thing but just gotta make what you can of it
Keep going bro. You got this. Things gonna turn around for you soon if they haven't already. 🙏🏿💪🏿🙏🏿💪🏿💯
try Firefighter they outside good benefits , or get a trade electrician, plumber, welding, u dont want that college debt
Bro life is not a rush so do things at your own pace. You want a driving job and you want to work for amazon what do you think about doing amzon flex? You can use your own car and get paid for blocks instead of hourly, just a suggestion. And remember, what work for someone else may or may not work for you
I feel you and Amazon flex got me on a waiting list smh. I’m done with them lol
Finish your AA, apply for scholarships for potential 4 year. Looks good for resume.
You need to play to your strengths in regards to what job you apply to, and remember beggars can’t be choosers, whoever gives you a shot, work for them and work your ass off, leave your phone in the car if you need to
I hear you 💯
Go to a “state school” for the lowest tuition. Sign up for online classes if you’re disciplined enough for that.
I'm consider getting my CDL. Ive heard alot about robots will be driving trucks in the future so i figured id jump in there an get a few years in before that happens. Things are changing. We as people are changing. We have kids, bills an just want more time to be with our families. Nobody should feel trapped while working a job. I salute your drive. Keep pushing, things will get better.
Honestly now im realizing they were fishing for a reason to fire you
If it was the first time they caught you on your phone they could’ve left you off with a warning
Three years ago I was on the same path as you and I went back to school to become a welder. Keep going to school and the doors will open up for you trust the process God bless.
Good luck ill pray for you and honesty is one of the keys to success keep that hunger and your going to make it
Having a degree is not going to help you. Im in IT with multiple degrees and certifications. Jobs will still let you go and try to low ball your wage at the next job interview. My advice is to go to a trade school. Get a skill that you can offer if you go freelance. If you just want a nice 9-5 job somewhere then find a large company and apply as security or loading dock area. Just to get yourself in the door. Set up job alerts on your phone for that company and try to apply for a new position you might like from within. Dont stay at any job role more then two years. Keep moving up. A job will NOT promote you. Look out for yourself. In time you will have a nice desk job at a big company. An AA or BS will only get you an entry position anyways with student loan debt. Just save your money and apply directly for an entry position. Just do it for a company you can see yourself working for years for. Hope this helps.
You’re doing good man! Hang in there! I also do the delivery apps including Amazon Flex and I like it a lot better than working a 9-5 job! You ever thought about doing digital marketing? It’s also a good side hustle if you wanna bring in some extra 💰 too! Congrats on the A.A though! I graduate in April with a B.S. and I can’t wait to be done with school lol.
If you want to do office work and get paid a good hourly plus commission… get into collections! That will keep you on your feet until you figure out what you want to do with
I feel you fam, I promise I was in the same boat here in Dallas. I was sellin bud thinkin thats what I was go do for a minute. Then I realized you caint do that all yo life and expect to succeed, I tried warehouses and fast food but that just wasn’t for me . I even do door dash to sometimes, I did it just last week or some I think . But I went and got my Associates of arts degree from Tarrant county community college here in Fort Worth in 2020. Then I applied to university of north texas and got accepted in 2022 and that’s where I’m at now. I’m planning to become a doctor in internal medicine/psychiatry and neurology/cardiology. Then go on to be general surgeon and neurosurgeon. I recently applied to some volunteer work in hospitals/clinic because you need really good grades and face to face patient experience for that type of work. My point is I was in the same boat except I don’t have kids, it might be hard, but the ends justify the means. Hope you get yo degree and become a psychologist or succeed in whatever it is you plan on doing for you and yo kids. Good luck G 💯
i’m getting my builders licenses to one day become an independent contractor. Only a 60 hr online course, books sent to your house. $590 and after that just take the exam $195 pass and you get license with or without experience but you’ll probably want some
I also was at an Amazon for a year, and I swear, you never get used to it; Especially if you have several work friends who quit while you're still there because that means you're losing essentially the only exciting part of coming to the job; Being trapped at that workstation is something you can't get use to no matter how long you determine yourself to try to make it work
If anything, constantly trying to make it work will just keep on building up brain damage
I can't deal with warehouse jobs
The problem is people today want things to come easy, life is hard, you're not gonna always start off in something that you like, you got kids you gotta do what you gotta do. Get a job that is secure, that pays decent, Something that will fit into your schedule while you can try to go to school. Learn a trade, something that you will make good money doing and have a future. It's gonna be hard, but you did things out of order so you're just gonna have to grind. In the Is meantime Don't have any more kids at the moment, focus on getting your money app working hard and getting your career going. People aren't gonna like what I'm about to say but it's just hard facts, the world doesn't care about a man's problems, a man is expected to be a provider and a protector And you have mouths to feed, So put in the work, set an example for your kids, giv your wife security and take pride in having the ability to be able to do that, comma focus on God and the blessings will come.
How do you feel about delivering medical supplies
Your finding your way and that's great bro. Take care of your responsibilities and shoot for the stars.
Get into the trades brother, apply to an apprenticeship program. It’s hard work but you get skills, it’s paid training and you can start your own company.