Career change/advice

#26
#26
Open a bar an d make it your own. Tell all your friends about it and make it word of mouth. Then you have made your own Cheers.
 
#29
#29
volwindy said:
I was in creditor's rights hated it, now in insurance defense, love it. As it was stated, try another area of law.
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Creditor's rights would suck. I would think that insurance defense would take a toll over time, too, but that might be my "bleeding heart liberal whatever" side talking. :hi:
 
#30
#30
Get a hobby--a real one that takes up some time and gives you some level of reward/satisfaction. Another option would be to put some effort into a cause that you find important, but again, make it something that gives you some incentive to leave work in a hurry. These types of activities outside of work help balance out your life and make the career seem less important and therefore, less drudgery. The job becomes what it should be, a means to support your family and gives you freedom to pursue other, more important, things(i.e. family, hobby, cause).

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#31
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YorkVol said:
Get a hobby--a real one that takes up some time and gives you some level of reward/satisfaction. Another option would be to put some effort into a cause that you find important, but again, make it something that gives you some incentive to leave work in a hurry. These types of activities outside of work help balance out your life and make the career seem less important and therefore, less drudgery. The job becomes what it should be, a means to support your family and gives you freedom to pursue other, more important, things(i.e. family, hobby, cause).

my nickle.
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Good advice
 
#33
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SDV said:
Some days I love my profession, but other days I really hate practicing law and consider looking at other fields.

I don't really care what I do for a living, as long as I'm happy and can financially support my family.

Has anyone done a career change from something completely different than what they were doing before?

If so, how did it work out for you and any suggestions?

Thanks!
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I quit coaching and teaching mid year to sell insurance. Scariest and most rewarding career move I've ever had. Be confident and above all be happy in what you do for a living.
 
#34
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TXA&M07 said:
I quit coaching and teaching mid year to sell insurance. Scariest and most rewarding career move I've ever had. Be confident and above all be happy in what you do for a living.
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What company do you work for?
 
#35
#35
You may remember..there used to be a commercial on TV at some archeology dig. Young man (complaining) covered in dust says I could have been a lawyer. Old man covered in dust (smiling) says I used to be a lawyer. Old guy was happy because he finally was doing what he loved. Young guy was confused and didn't know what he loved.
 
#36
#36
I sell x-ray equipment for a living (sup ChiroVol)...more specifically, I manage a small, family-business of 10 employees that sells and services x-ray equipment and medical supplies, which means I pretty much sell x-ray equipment.

It's cool.
 
#37
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salutethehill said:
I sell x-ray equipment for a living (sup ChiroVol)...more specifically, I manage a small, family-business of 10 employees that sells and services x-ray equipment and medical supplies, which means I pretty much sell x-ray equipment.

It's cool.
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That sounds nice. I wouldn't even know how to go about getting started in something like that
 
#38
#38
I work for a local independent agency that has contracts with 178 markets. We sell it all but I specialize in farm and ranch, commercial contractors, and bars/taverns.
 
#40
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SDV said:
That sounds nice. I wouldn't even know how to go about getting started in something like that
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For starters, you have to be able to navigate the Volnation forums at your desk. You already have a head start on that...
 
#42
#42
Look, clearly you're no dummy if you have a law degree and have been practicing for longer than 10 minutes. Speak with the professionals you know personally in the fields that interest you and also follow up with some that you don't know. Appraise their responses to your questions and evaluate from there. Consult with your spouse or preacher/priest and pray on it collaboratively. It's scary and as 26 year old kid with a new wife and baby, it was terrifying but I did and you can too.

Like I said earlier; be confident and be happy. I wish you all the best sincerely.
 
#44
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TXA&M07 said:
Look, clearly you're no dummy if you have a law degree and have been practicing for longer than 10 minutes. Speak with the professionals you know personally in the fields that interest you and also follow up with some that you don't know. Appraise their responses to your questions and evaluate from there. Consult with your spouse or preacher/priest and pray on it collaboratively. It's scary and as 26 year old kid with a new wife and baby, it was terrifying but I did and you can too.

Like I said earlier; be confident and be happy. I wish you all the best sincerely.
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Thanks for your response and everyone else's. I've been an attorney for nine years. I have run my own practice since 2010 and just relocated to Nashville from San Diego and am building it up here.

Just kind of burned out practicing law at the moment. I'll probably wind up sticking with it, but I may consider going to work for a firm doing different types of law, or pursuing other professions. Wish me luck.
 
#46
#46
Without knowing you from Adam, I am confident that you can achieve what you seek out. Best of luck and feel free to vent here. I myself started a similar thread prior to making the change. People here can be a good platform to bounce ideas around and be an ear to listen to your frustrations. Again, good luck.
 
#47
#47
Find something people are fanatical about and start a facebook fan page. A little late for the Phil Robertson event, but something will come along tomorrow.

Vols. Law. Political crap. Nutrition. Whatever.

A buddy of mine did this and cleared $1500 selling shirts this week.

True story.
 
#48
#48
You could always go into consulting for a consulting firm or defense contractor. They always look for various subject matter experts to offer advice in their respective areas. The company I work for, Booz Allen Hamilton, is pretty diverse and have locations throughout the country.
 
#49
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SDV said:
Some days I love my profession, but other days I really hate practicing law and consider looking at other fields.

I don't really care what I do for a living, as long as I'm happy and can financially support my family.

Has anyone done a career change from something completely different than what they were doing before?

If so, how did it work out for you and any suggestions?

Thanks!
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I went from an sniper squad leader to an assistant project manager for an environmental company. That was a major leap. I loved what I did, hated the direction it was heading so I changed. Worked out for the best, wouldn't be married today if I didn't.
 
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