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Finding a job at my age is pretty tough.

I'm 56 later this year and trying to find a job at this age is no picnic. Coupled with a slight physical disability "the half a thumb problem" it's been challenging. There's got to be something I can do out there it's finding it that's the tough part.
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ChipmunkErnie · 70-79, M
Our kid is 32 and he's having a hell of a time finding work, even with a couple of degrees.
Crazywaterspring · 61-69, M
@ChipmunkErnie HR departments fear those with degrees.
Viper · M
@Crazywaterspring why would they fear people with degrees? Unless it's a low paying company and they fear they'll find better jobs elsewhere...
Viper · M
@ChipmunkErnie What field are the degrees?
ChipmunkErnie · 70-79, M
@Viper Criminal Justice, History, and who knows what else. I've lost track. He's always taking another course online.
smileylovesgaming · 31-35, F
@ChipmunkErnie these days u really got to be smart with college. Certain degrees are a complete waste of time and money.
Viper · M
@smileylovesgaming I still appreciate my psychology professor starting every semester off with information, such as what do you think you could do with a masters degree in psychology?

Answer, get a managers job at restaurant. Point being, you need a Doctorate Degree in psychology to actually get the psychology jobs. (Also if you're bilingual you might be able to double your demanded and therefore pay, so a minor in a common foreign language might be amazing for you).

Of course, I just took those as electives and I got an accounting degree.
smileylovesgaming · 31-35, F
@Viper the only really big jobs that are around me is construction electrician plumbing and roof work. So yea u would have to travel if u wanted something else
NovaNine · 56-60, M
@ChipmunkErnie That's a shame especially when a degree is required for just about everything these days. I feel for your son. You meet the marker they set and just as you arrive the marker is moved again. Even those who have done all the right things have a hell of a time making it.