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re: Considering rebooting my life
Posted on 6/13/23 at 9:44 pm to crazy4lsu
Posted on 6/13/23 at 9:44 pm to crazy4lsu
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My advice: stop taking pop punk seriously. That will help 55% of your problems.
While harsh, and unsure how much it applies to Kingbob specifically since he is an attorney and has credentials/a job, I think this is good advice in general to the local music scene type.
A lot of people in that scene are not the type of people you want to surround yourself with if you're trying to be successful. People living in a run down duplex with barely a window unit and hodge podge furniture. Working odd jobs like retail or waiting tables part time to pay the bills despite being 35+. Going out to misfit-hangout type places on a nightly basis with people similar to themselves. (Don't get me wrong - I do this last one from time to time too)
These people spent from year 18 until whatever year they are now chasing the music scene and it means they may never have a good career, get married, own a home, having a savings account, retire, etc.
I was friends with a lot of those types when I was younger and into that "scene" to some degree, but I think it is important for people who play local music to realize they're likely not going to make it big playing in local scene bars. Treat it as a hobby and focus on how you can be successful in a realistic career. And surround yourself with those types of people, which does mean socializing at more "normal" places, joining a nonprofit group or professional meetup, etc.
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Posted on 6/13/23 at 9:57 pm to JDPndahizzy
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quote: I have yet to work a single job that paid me enough to live that I didn't absolutely hate
Having a job you love means you never work a day in your life is a fallacy. Man up.
I agree that the idea of loving your job is bullshite for the vast majority of people out there. Still, life is too short to stay in a job that you truly hate. I’ve been there and found something that’s a better fit.
Posted on 6/13/23 at 9:57 pm to mattchewbocca
Doesn’t Austin have the music scene you might enjoy.You sound like somewhat of a renaissance man.From what I’ve read about Austin it might be a fit for you.Surely you could find an opportunity there where you could use your past experiences while you wait to take the bar exam if you don’t qualify for the reciprocity thing.
I don’t the age requirements to be a JAG officer in the Navy.One good thing about the Navy is most of the bases are in nice places and I wouldn’t think you would have to work terribly hard.That’s another thing I would explore.
Good luck!
I don’t the age requirements to be a JAG officer in the Navy.One good thing about the Navy is most of the bases are in nice places and I wouldn’t think you would have to work terribly hard.That’s another thing I would explore.
Good luck!
Posted on 6/13/23 at 9:58 pm to kingbob
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I'm an attorney in my early 30's. I have yet to work a single job that paid me enough to live that I didn't absolutely hate. Most jobs I have worked made me feel like a bad person just for doing my job.
All these statements currently apply to me, too. Do you practice by yourself or do you work for a firm? I'm also looking to make some career changes. Just not sure whether I want to get out of the field completely.
Posted on 6/13/23 at 10:22 pm to SlowFlowPro
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There are 100 types of law to practice. You haven't found ONE that you can be happy doing?
No, I haven’t found one someone will hire me to do that I would be happy doing yet.
There’s a ton of law topics that I find interesting, but in Louisiana, the only law jobs I seem to be able to find are doing car accidents, hurricanes, divorces, or transactional work. I haven’t tried transactional work, but I have done the other three.
This post was edited on 6/13/23 at 10:31 pm
Posted on 6/13/23 at 10:47 pm to kingbob
If you are looking for happiness or joy in a job or career, then you will never find it. “Seek ye first the kingdom of God and all these things will be added to you”.
Posted on 6/13/23 at 11:01 pm to Sterling Archer
I'm not trying to be a dick, but stop spending money. I saw dozens of H1Bs get sent back to India in 2008, even though they had $250k mortgages and Audis with a $60k annual income.
If you're a CPA with more than 4 years of XP, you should be well north of 6 figures
If you're a CPA with more than 4 years of XP, you should be well north of 6 figures
Posted on 6/13/23 at 11:39 pm to kingbob
You might explore lawyer jobs with any of the alphabet soup of federal agencies. ATF, SEC, FDA, FDIC, etc. have lawyer employees. Pay is decent, benefits are great, and you avoid the billable hours and client management bullshite. Instead, you can take a reasonable chunk of time to research, write an opinion letter, draft proposed new regs, or the like.
If you are willing to move, explore such jobs openings all over the country. Many will not require you to be admitted to the bar of the state where you work.
If you are willing to move, explore such jobs openings all over the country. Many will not require you to be admitted to the bar of the state where you work.
Posted on 6/14/23 at 1:23 am to kingbob
I agree with those who say getting the hell out of Louisiana would be the best first step you could make. It sounds like you’re a little depressed dude. Louisiana is a depressing place. It’s a whole big world out there. A good change of scenery could work wonders for your outlook and opportunities.
You say you hesitate to change states because it might take you a year to be admitted to the bar in another state, So what. Let me tell you, in another year, you’re going to be a year older whether you took the time to prepare for the bar exam or not.
Get the hell out of Louisiana, find a side hustle to sustain you for a year or so while you prepare for the bar in your new state. Tend bar or hell get that offshore job. It doesn’t have to be permanent, just get you by for a while. Get you a Friend With Benefits, or several.
shite man you’re young, no wife and kids to worry about, and you have a law degree. Use those things.
Lots of people out there struggling to get along who have nowhere near the things you have going for you. Dude do you know how many guys would loveto be in your shoes?
You say you hesitate to change states because it might take you a year to be admitted to the bar in another state, So what. Let me tell you, in another year, you’re going to be a year older whether you took the time to prepare for the bar exam or not.
Get the hell out of Louisiana, find a side hustle to sustain you for a year or so while you prepare for the bar in your new state. Tend bar or hell get that offshore job. It doesn’t have to be permanent, just get you by for a while. Get you a Friend With Benefits, or several.
shite man you’re young, no wife and kids to worry about, and you have a law degree. Use those things.
Lots of people out there struggling to get along who have nowhere near the things you have going for you. Dude do you know how many guys would loveto be in your shoes?
This post was edited on 6/14/23 at 1:26 am
Posted on 6/14/23 at 1:36 am to kingbob
Hey man, how do you think you could adapt to learning to take care of a medium size horse farm and learning to build mahogany boats?
Edit to add: seriously asking for a friend.
You're a guy at the right age, with the right background, all it takes is the right attitude.
Just something to think about, There is a music venue with a crapload of potential around the corner too.
Edit to add: seriously asking for a friend.
You're a guy at the right age, with the right background, all it takes is the right attitude.
Just something to think about, There is a music venue with a crapload of potential around the corner too.
This post was edited on 6/14/23 at 4:04 am
Posted on 6/14/23 at 4:45 am to auggie
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Hey man, how do you think you could adapt to learning to take care of a medium size horse farm and learning to build mahogany boats?
I would probably have zero issues with the horse farm. I grew up around horses on a tree farm and spent my weekends as a kid maintaining barbed wire fences. Horses tend to like me, and I learned how to ride from an early age, though I'm definitely out of practice.
Woodworking isn't my strong suit, so the boats might not be the best fit for me, but I'll try anything once..
Posted on 6/14/23 at 5:56 am to kingbob
I was miserable too , Bob. I felt like a fraud even though I was a high performer. I took Myers Briggs and some vocational tests and ithey made recommendations. I followed them circa 2007 and have not “ worked” a day since . It’s true, you just have to be honest about your core competencies and do your homework and do that. The income will follow because the passion will be there. You deserve it Bob, because you are kind of awesome.
Posted on 6/14/23 at 6:23 am to kingbob
I know a guy who earned his law degree, practiced with the DA a few years and hated it. He switched over to wealth management and is much happier.
Posted on 6/14/23 at 6:31 am to kingbob
Get on some jobs boards and find some work from home jobs you’re interested in.
Look at the requirements for these jobs.
Be realistic in which of these skills you can teach yourself.
Learn the skills and/or earn certifications.
Start applying for these remote jobs.
Thank Eli Goldfinger for the advice.
Look at the requirements for these jobs.
Be realistic in which of these skills you can teach yourself.
Learn the skills and/or earn certifications.
Start applying for these remote jobs.
Thank Eli Goldfinger for the advice.
Posted on 6/14/23 at 6:37 am to Teddy Ruxpin
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Before changing careers I suggest leaving LA. There just isn't enough opportunity there,
That’s the “easiest” step. Change your location. Before you change careers which will involve more debt and school/training.
Posted on 6/14/23 at 6:48 am to LSU alum wannabe
Now is the easiest time in the past 25 years to change careers because the job market is generally very good.
As said, I think just moving would go a long way. Move somewhere that really interests you and chances are you could find a job that is more interesting also. At least you’ll have some more things to take your mind off of work.
As said, I think just moving would go a long way. Move somewhere that really interests you and chances are you could find a job that is more interesting also. At least you’ll have some more things to take your mind off of work.
Posted on 6/14/23 at 9:41 am to kingbob
Do you still have my email?
Oh yeah, I forgot to mention, there would probably be guitar playing involved, since I have cursed the farm owner with the guitar bug at an advanced age
It's a gorgeous farm, a lot of hardwoods, foothilly with several nice ponds, and a beautiful waterfally creek where we are making plans to dredge for gold.
The owners are very good friends of mine, who don't have kids. They are very energetic, fun and cool, but into doing things right too.
Oh yeah, I forgot to mention, there would probably be guitar playing involved, since I have cursed the farm owner with the guitar bug at an advanced age
It's a gorgeous farm, a lot of hardwoods, foothilly with several nice ponds, and a beautiful waterfally creek where we are making plans to dredge for gold. The owners are very good friends of mine, who don't have kids. They are very energetic, fun and cool, but into doing things right too.
This post was edited on 6/14/23 at 10:50 am
Posted on 6/14/23 at 9:43 am to kingbob
I know a lawyer who went into real estate and makes more as a realtor than a lawyer. Of course some realtors don't make jack.
Posted on 6/14/23 at 9:46 am to kingbob
This comment will probably get lost but stop trying to find "personal satisfaction" through "professional accomplishments" no matter the job or the pay or the title it won't make you happy inside. You need to find that on your own. I came to that conclusion years ago and its been great. and before anyone says anything I am very successful professionally so that wasn't the issue.
Posted on 6/14/23 at 9:46 am to LouisianaLady
What year is it
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