Mechanon returns in what may the most thrilling episode yet! But probably not.
Sorry for the ID swaps, this is my last swap for the rest of the evening- so accept no substitutes! Anyway, let's keep this train rolling.
Checked. Thanks for getting Queen's "Fat bottom girls" stuck in my head.
This man speaks the truth.
To add to this solid point, I guess I'd add that networking is essentially advertising yourself. How are potential employers going to know what you have to offer and what you are looking to do if you don't let them know? If you're not making connections and finding projects, I guess a better question is, how are they supposed to know you even exist at all?
Also, having someone vouch for you is SO helpful. Just don't make them regret it. A bad rep can follow you more than a good one. So keep that in mind.
Don't fret, you still have options. You're not done by a long shot. Well, maybe a medium shot. Time is going to be critical for you (like it was for me), so I'll try and be thorough.
First and most obvious, make sure you stay /fit/. Being fit will help you command more respect on the job to some degree, which will lead to a less stressful learning process. After all, when a man sees a weak horse and a strong horse, he's going to prefer the strong horse. And obviously, you're going to want to stay on top of your game for years to come. That being said, there's always the Uncle Sam option I related in my last post ( ). I don't get the vibe that that's for you, but it IS free training, job security, and potentially retirement. If you can deal with the experience of initial training, you're at least stable with potential for advancement.
In civilian life, however, it's going to be tougher. Deeply research trades that have a lower learning curves and touches a few different fields. Septic (technician, installer, maintenance), welding, or HVAC, for instance. I'm not kidding when I say that septic work is a good jumping off point. It relates general mechanical principals, works in and out of doors, applies plumbing and electrical basics, and proves you're a fucking man on your resume. It pays well, too. I did that work for over a year, and I can only remember a handful of really shitty days. huehuehue
You're going to probably going to want on the job training, and it helps if it's a place where you can advance as you continue to learn. On top of that, check out night school for welding or something along those lines. Usually a skill like that requires about six months of training to get the basics of, which with experience, evolves into an art.
So I guess what I'm driving at are these principals: lower learning curve or training time which if possible can be done on the job. Always seek additional projects or classes. If you have experience in a skill, that is almost as good as paper. Most importantly, talk to people, keep your eyes open for new opportunities, and GO GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY! Good luck, bro- if you have more questions, drop them here.
Phew! That was some typing. Gonna take a break and scrub the gear lube and rust off me guys, be back shortly.
