What made you want to do the career/job that you do?

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Other than needing income to live, that is.

sage2021 · Accepted Answer

Sometimes when you are very very young in life you are attracted to certain things and you feel like you would like to be around it more or do it more often. You start playing with the things that you find give you pleasure.

Mine happened to be paper and pencils and pens, a desk, things that had to do with an office.

When I was about 6 years old and I would go with my mom to pay the utility bills, I would always ask her to ask the lady at the counter if she had any forms I could have. I did this with each utility company.

Pretty soon I had a collection of different forms of paper to play with.

I would sit at my little desk and pretend that I worked for the utility company and fill out the forms.

I became a secretary after high school and worked for the telephone company (utilities 🙂) and various companies for 30 years.

Potteplante · Accepted Answer

The classic for people in my field.

Rough time growing up, lucky to get the help required during the periods I was approachable - turned my life completely around and wanted to help others like I was helped. During education - we do internship, I ended up interning at a home for children with disabilities, some rare asf and fell in love with that field - so I stayed in it.

NathanDavis · Accepted Answer

I know I wanted to go into some sort of (own) business, because I liked the idea of working on my own terms

back then I didn't have the chance to study and pursue what I really had wanted to study, so college/career wasn't the way for me... and I did not want the typical 9 to 5 job that would become more of a routine, so... the idea of starting a business had a lot of appeal to me

now, the particular are in which I started my business is typical of the region, so that's where I saw more opportunity and also chance to do something a bit different than what others were doing... I liked the challenge of it, and also what could pay in return for the future...

AviatorTom · Accepted Answer

I've had a long and successful career as an engineer.

My older cousin, who was like a brother and a 2nd father to me, gave me an electronics kit for my 6th birthday. Besides that, I always liked building things... LEGOs and Lincoln Logs. Becoming an engineer was a no-brainer, especially when I found that I really enjoyed math and science in school, and was good at it.

Advisor Smith · Accepted Answer

For me, the drive to pursue a career in education and career development stems from a genuine passion for helping others unlock their potential. Guiding individuals on their educational and career paths allows me to make a positive impact in their lives. Additionally, witnessing their growth and success brings immense fulfillment. The dynamic nature of this field, with its continuous learning and adaptation, keeps me engaged and motivated. Ultimately, it’s the opportunity to inspire and empower others that makes this career deeply rewarding.

TsundereMatrix · Answer

I got my dream industry which is the film industry. As a kid I loved watching behind the scenes footage from movies I liked watching. There was one point I wanted to be an actor but with social anxiety that would be a hard goal to achieve. When I got into middle schools I realized I really loved computers and after watching countless behind the scenes videos I found the world of post production which is all on the computer. I was told by my teachers that I would never reach that dream due to the competitive market. I went to college to learn more about it and with dedication and effort I landed my first job in my late 20’s! It’s a bit rocky industry but I’m staying optimistic that I’ll thrive in it.

ohsheeT · Answer

I like to build things I like to create things I like to make something that I've never seen before and I like to do work for people like that that say hey this is what I'm looking for what do you have what can you do and then let me just put it together and show them that anytime I can invent something make something fix something or see something that's different than what anybody else has and make it work that's what I like

FenixG45 · Answer

I wanted to be a medical doctor to that end, I started as a paramedic. Then the Worst happened that confused and changed my life forever!

I contracted PTSD, started having nightmares and disassociating. I was forced into retirement. The Worst was when I got PTSD was there was no word, diagnosis or treatment. I HAD to do it ALONE!

It could have turned out worse, but I survived and thrived.

molonski2 · Answer

It was more about.. I could do it , I was the age they wanted , and I could make serious money , So it was a combination , thank fck I took the chance , and did it.

exitseven · Answer

I got into IT because it was something I thought I would be good at and it was in demand and paid well. My kids thought it was cool too.

Sharkstealth · Answer

I just fell in to it. I tried other things but without propper resources i was un able to continue and always fell back. I learned later in life about the power of compounding and how to increase my income passively. If i had been exposed to people with this knowledge while i was younger i could have utilized and done different.

slatyb · Answer

It was easy, paid well, and I could live in desirable cities.

elizamichale1 · Answer

Well i think i always had this craving in me for this... but some people have said that my rape incidents have made me opt the me career i m in... but whatever it is i love my job

Friendlybro79 · Answer

I thought it would help people and allow me to make a good living. It has turned into just needing income now. It’s my job not who I am if that makes sense. I don’t hate my job and I don’t love it. It’s just what I do to pay the bills.

Anonymous · Answer

The ridiculous amount of money I make, and small amount of work.

ProbablyClueless · Answer

I am a good storyteller and I spend a lot of time telling stories just naturally. So I found ways to make money from something I was doing anyway.

MemeSupreme · Answer

i can multi-task and adapt pretty well so i do good under pressure

Nothingfree · Answer

I love to drive for one so I chose to drive a truck. Less people that I have to deal with and I really don’t have to worry about a co worker not doing his job or me having to pick up the slack.

Nikki1989 · Answer

It wasn't planned, I just got lucky, really.

Nik1hil · Answer

Something that women find Sexy.  Like a Lawyer / advocate.. or firefighter or doctor!..

NicholasRedone · Answer

I don't like working outdoors. The sun, it burns lol ☀️🌞

LiamS95 · Answer

It was because I love what I do so it rarely feels like a job.

Anonymous · Answer

Nothing, it was just circumstances, I never wanted that job.

andreasderjuengere · Answer

Looking at it from now... masochism? :D

Staximus · Answer

Nothing, it was a job to pay the bills. I have 2 different jobs

Pete671 · Answer

To help others, I made enough £/$ to be ok, 61 age now,,,

kaucky1 · Answer

Was granted Alchemy Executioner as many needed**|** drugs

CaptainSmartass · Answer

Not being on the dole and having to sign on at the Job Centre. Simples...

Godihateyou · Answer

It paid more money and I didn't have to kill anyone anymore

Yohenis · Answer

Followed my father footstep he was a banker too so i became one

eagle1951 · Answer

I have always liked Law Enforcement and helping others

Connie88 · Answer

I get to work from home.

Bklynbadboy12 · Answer

I didn't want to do it i kinda just fell in it

BCRanger10 · Answer

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