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Cody
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Nashville, AR
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How do I get a better Job?
I am Trying to find a better job than McDonald's and would like some advice on gaining the upper hand in my life.
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Rebecca Tang
Banking
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Hong Kong
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Rebecca’s Answer
Thank you for your question. This is a very good question.
Below are my suggestions :
1. Think about the careers you would like to do in the future other working in McDonalds.
2. Find out the qualification is required on these careers.
E.g. If you would like to be an accountant, you may need to achieve CPA.
If you would like to be an engineer, you may need to complete engineer and meet the qualification to be a chartered engineer
3. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subjects in the college.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Below are my suggestions :
1. Think about the careers you would like to do in the future other working in McDonalds.
2. Find out the qualification is required on these careers.
E.g. If you would like to be an accountant, you may need to achieve CPA.
If you would like to be an engineer, you may need to complete engineer and meet the qualification to be a chartered engineer
3. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subjects in the college.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Daniel Maynes
Credit Manager
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Dallas, Texas
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Daniel’s Answer
Great Question Cody!
I know it sounds cliché but I would encourage you to work hard and go to college. Its not an easy path but the rewards outweigh the temporary hardships of attending college. If you want a different path than college you could do a skilled labor job such as an electrician, plumber, carpenter, welder, etc. These skills you could obtain at a technical school or do an apprenticeship. Once you learn these skills the above jobs usually pay very well. Besides college/trade school I have wrote some helpful steps below.
1. Come up with a business plan. This would include items such as operations, location, capital/funding, vision/mission statement etc. You can easily get lost in the weeds on this part. Don't get caught up in details that you can figure out later. Think big picture and ask yourself what is your business really trying to accomplish? That is always a good starting point on a business plan!
2. Next, come up with different business goals and set dates when you want to accomplish them. Setting a timeline will help you stay on track and know where you are in the process. It is very difficult but don't let yourself get caught up in the whirlwind of the "day to day." Meaning, set yourself and the business up with clear goals and do your best to not let the "daily fires" use up all your time. Inadvertently, you will have to attend to some of these daily fires but make sure you block off time to keep the vison of the company alive.
3. Don't Quit and always look to improve the process. I can't tell you how valuable these two statements have been throughout my life. Many times co-workers of mine have "quit" on a project when it got tough or felt ok doing the status quo. Don't fall into these traps and always look to see how a process could be completed quicker, easier, or more efficient. Companies love when tasks take less time, are more accurate and most of all can save them money. I have also learned to be proactive! I can't tell you how valuable that has been in my career going to my different managers and providing a solution to items without them even asking me to do so. It shows that you have initiative to keep helping the company grow.
Lastly, I suggest reading the book below. Best of luck on the journey!
Read Dream Big by Bob Goff
I know it sounds cliché but I would encourage you to work hard and go to college. Its not an easy path but the rewards outweigh the temporary hardships of attending college. If you want a different path than college you could do a skilled labor job such as an electrician, plumber, carpenter, welder, etc. These skills you could obtain at a technical school or do an apprenticeship. Once you learn these skills the above jobs usually pay very well. Besides college/trade school I have wrote some helpful steps below.
1. Come up with a business plan. This would include items such as operations, location, capital/funding, vision/mission statement etc. You can easily get lost in the weeds on this part. Don't get caught up in details that you can figure out later. Think big picture and ask yourself what is your business really trying to accomplish? That is always a good starting point on a business plan!
2. Next, come up with different business goals and set dates when you want to accomplish them. Setting a timeline will help you stay on track and know where you are in the process. It is very difficult but don't let yourself get caught up in the whirlwind of the "day to day." Meaning, set yourself and the business up with clear goals and do your best to not let the "daily fires" use up all your time. Inadvertently, you will have to attend to some of these daily fires but make sure you block off time to keep the vison of the company alive.
3. Don't Quit and always look to improve the process. I can't tell you how valuable these two statements have been throughout my life. Many times co-workers of mine have "quit" on a project when it got tough or felt ok doing the status quo. Don't fall into these traps and always look to see how a process could be completed quicker, easier, or more efficient. Companies love when tasks take less time, are more accurate and most of all can save them money. I have also learned to be proactive! I can't tell you how valuable that has been in my career going to my different managers and providing a solution to items without them even asking me to do so. It shows that you have initiative to keep helping the company grow.
Lastly, I suggest reading the book below. Best of luck on the journey!
Daniel recommends the following next steps:
Lorenzo U
Compliance Manager
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Denver, Colorado
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Lorenzo’s Answer
Hello Cody,
You are on the right track already by asking the question. It seems you are motivated and have ambition.
Many of us professionals started at service-type, entry level jobs such as restaurants, grocery stores, etc. Look at this opportunity as a means to earn money now; but you do not have to stay in that position.
Consider looking into any educational reimbursement opportunities with your current employer. Or see if other companies offer educational benefits.
Consider going to a local community college to save costs. Ask your peers, friends or family members how they got started in their careers. You can also consider a trade such as mechanic, electrification, plumber, etc.
You are on the right track already by asking the question. It seems you are motivated and have ambition.
Many of us professionals started at service-type, entry level jobs such as restaurants, grocery stores, etc. Look at this opportunity as a means to earn money now; but you do not have to stay in that position.
Consider looking into any educational reimbursement opportunities with your current employer. Or see if other companies offer educational benefits.
Consider going to a local community college to save costs. Ask your peers, friends or family members how they got started in their careers. You can also consider a trade such as mechanic, electrification, plumber, etc.
Atul Bhankharia
Sales
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Mount Laurel, New Jersey
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Atul’s Answer
Have you finished high school? Assuming you have one of the options is to either get an associate degree at a community college with your primary interest (accounting, software, etc.) or go to trade school many counties offer to become a plumber, electrician or carpenter.
If you do not have funds - govt will give you grants that you do not have to pay back.
These schools are inexpensive and you will not incur significant student loan debt.
Score well (GPA) and you will land job very quickly.
If you do not have funds - govt will give you grants that you do not have to pay back.
These schools are inexpensive and you will not incur significant student loan debt.
Score well (GPA) and you will land job very quickly.
Rachel Zhang
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Rachel’s Answer
to learn working basic hard skill, networking soft skill, positive attitude for working
Qiaoling Chen
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Qiaoling’s Answer
you can choose to rotate to a better role in McDonald's, MD is also a big and success company, i believe you can learn a lot in different roles. you also can think about what kind of industry is your interest, and find out the qulification which required. Then map with your qualification. hope this help.