What is a good course for mid-life career switch

[kikilala]

Newbie here.

I'm 34 and thinking of a career switch. Looking at courses now and don't know which is better. Any advise? Am in design industry now.

Originally Posted by kikilala

Newbie here.

I'm 34 and thinking of a career switch. Looking at courses now and don't know which is better. Any advise? Am in design industry now.

what didn't you like about the design industry?

[kikilala]

Industry too small and salary is stagnant.

Originally Posted by kikilala

Industry too small and salary is stagnant.

not if you start your own design firm.

[kikilala]

Originally Posted by Unregistered

not if you start your own design firm.

True but only if you have lots of contacts and also money to start the firm. I can do freelance which does not cost anything but again need contacts and jobs. At this point what I am looking for is a permanent job switch. ^_^

have you considered becoming a teacher?

[kikilala]

Originally Posted by Unregistered

have you considered becoming a teacher?

Yes. In fact I did think about it and being a kindergarten teacher sounds good. But I heard that the pay is not that good.

Sorry I'm so picky. Want to change career but also need something that pays kinda ok. I guess it does not make sense if you change career to something that does not pay well. At least must be comparable to my current pay.

you are not being realistic on the pay part. stay in your job.

[kikilala]

Originally Posted by Unregistered

you are not being realistic on the pay part. stay in your job.

Thanks for your advise.

Hey kikilala, found any job? managed to switch?

I have a friend who is in the same predicament as well, any advice for her?

Thanks...