Do you think it's bad that I'm 24 and a receptionist in a dead end job?

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Antizzl · Accepted Answer

It is only bad if you're not happy. Every career and job is potentially a dead end job. The happiness you derive in life comes from you, not what you do for work, the company you work for, or the pay you bring home (as long as the money is sufficient for survival and you're ok with it). If you are smart now you will prepare for retirement. If you don't you will work til you die. Last holiday season I went and got a part time job at Target to relax a little. I learned I liked working at Target over what I went to school for (I don't ever state my career I don't want to be bothered with questions about it). However over the years I have created for my family and myself a lifestyle expectation that Target can't meet or even come close to at the store level so it wouldn't have been a wide career move (lol) I am happy with what I do I just liked Target because it was stress free. Ask yourself if you're pleased, research what may make you happy and pursue that.

rocksongwriter · Accepted Answer

I'm reminded of what the great John Wooden said:

"Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming."
-John Wooden, UCLA basketball coach who won ten national championships

So the question is... have you done your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming? For some people, being a receptionist IS the best that they are capable of becoming. For others, it's not. The fact that you are questioning it tells me that you probably think you are capable of more.

Sweetiepie2120 · Accepted Answer

If you love the position you're in, then it's not dead end... if you don't like it, and you believe it to be a dead end job, then seek advancement. I was a receptionist and didn't like it very much... I worked in an accounting firm, and the phone calls usually consisted of very rude wealthy people yelling at me on the phone if my boss wasn't taking any calls, and hanging up on me. lol. But I don't think ALL receptionist jobs were like mine.

All in all... do what you feel is the right thing to do. :)

sextherapist93 · Accepted Answer

Not at all. The main thing is you are responsible and reliable enough to obtain and maintain a job. That is a lot more then some people. If you have a dream you want, then you should take steps towards achieving that goal. If not then you just do what makes you happy!

TheDevilInside · Accepted Answer

I'm a believer of "do a job that makes you happy". If you have at least some fun at your job, and you earn enough to let's say feed you and your possible future child, then that would be enough for me.

Splithead · Answer

Yea but you're not a guy so though it may hurt your pride, it won't effect our love life. I've never once considered what job a cute girl had unless it was really impressive, or I met her at a job. If you're okay not being the money maker you should be fine.

badger25 · Answer

If you are happy with where you are at then no its not bad. it is only bad if you are unhappy and dont want to do anything about it.

Its really nobody else's business though to look down on you because of your job. you have a job and thats all that should be important

muspelhem_5 · Answer

No - you have an income. But obviously if you long to do something else, maybe give that a shot.

If your question was dating-wise, then the only thing that would be bad about it is if it makes you miserable and I as a partner suffer because of that.

BigbuttLvr · Answer

Not at all. You were born in a developed country and don't have to starve every night or worry about getting your head chopped off. Not sure how many realize, but most of the world doesn't live like Americans or some Europeans.

kangy · Answer

What is your career aspiration?
if you still dont know then it is time to ask yourself what you really want.
It isn't bad as long as you dont suffer under mental stress due to crazy bosses
and like what zombiebabe said be happy you have a job

BOYK1023 · Answer

Not bad but not the best you can do. You're 24. You are young and have a long life ahead of you.. Make the best out of it. Keep working at your current location but take part time classes and further your education.

JackKerouac77 · Answer

All jobs are dead end if you make more than you'd ever want to spend or aren't focused on acquiring meaningless material possessions. Your life exists outside of your job.

Anonymous · Answer

It's not bad. Just focus on ways you can improve yourself and move up the ladder. Join LinkedIn and take classes at community college that count towards a degree in Business Administration or Management

harakiri · Answer

No. You're employed! But if you feel bad about it, plan out what you want.

Agrojag · Answer

There's much worse. I don't judge people on the jobs people have. Some people don't get the opportunities others get.

PT1911 · Answer

No, I'm turning 23. graduating from college, and probably working in customer service. Everyone needs to start off low and work their way to the top :)

TotallyAlmost · Answer

Anyone who has a job in the Obama economy is fortunate.

Lightspeed-Lemon · Answer

Not in this economy. There's a LOT of people out there in your situation. You're doing well actually, that's how sad the world is now.

whydoit · Answer

Well someone has to do IT ,, You need to change your job if you think its a dead end job , Beggars can't be choosers be thankful you have a job
Thats what's wrong with people today they judge other people on what they do
and not what they can do?

mcks111 · Answer

Receptionist is a dead end job but good communication skills would go along way interms of career possibilities.
As a result, I would say it is a stepping to a career that requires communication skills.

BelleGirl21 · Answer

Not really. I think anyone who works hard to make a good life is doing pretty well.

DaddyRollingStone · Answer

Start putting your resume out there, go for job interviews. Take an internship if you have to, to get experience.

Kagetora · Answer

dont ever just THINK but you have to start DO... whatever it is as long as not harm on others keep fighting for our lives

AngryHorny · Answer

If you plan on marrying a rich dude it doesn't matter. Eh, I'm pretty impressed you have a job, with the economy and all.

Anonymous · Answer

If I were dating you I would tell you that I don't care what your job is but I would like you to be happy, and if this job does not make you happy then it's time to go looking for another.

BoudyRizk · Answer

A dead end job is always bad You should start looking for a better job

I_am_repulsive · Answer

It's not bad, but you can always take classes on-line.

Rocky96 · Answer

No job is bad if it is doing honestly and hardworking. If you are satisfied with it don't think about others.

COCOCHANEL · Answer

i'm a secretary and i love it. never considered it to be a dead-end position.

KhaysunDei · Answer

Depends on what you want to do with your life. Dust yourself off and fight for your dreams.

ThisAndThat · Answer

the money is green regardless of title a job is a job and doing a receptionist job isn't bad.

tenofthepeaks · Answer

no. maybe it's what you want. it's good to have high goals, but then i don't think "hig success" is everything in life.

moxygirl11 · Answer

Some 24 year old don't have jobs

LeMan1 · Answer

No. But if you aren't happy with your job you gotta plan and quit

hypno-trip · Answer

You have a job? now you're making me feel bad.

Anonymous · Answer

Maybe if you actually had to work a hard blue collar job for awhile you'd appreciate the job you have instead of being a prick

dhruvv · Answer

Where you are doesn't matter. What's your plan does.

zombiebabe · Answer

be happy that you have a job,,

xXiTacoXx · Answer

You should be happy that you even have a job...

abundantlyrich · Answer

Any plans to change jobs?

Sara_Kellie · Answer

No. I'd love to be a receptionist.

MrThrusty · Answer

lol but are you any good in the sack?

Strider90 · Answer

Its only bad if you're not satisfied with it.

Anonymous · Answer

Try unemployment for a bit, then STFU.

Anonymous · Answer

Yes... What are you doing with your life?

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