I have stressed out a great deal on this topic, but things are looking up. A little background information-
I'm 21, and got a union job through a family member right out of high school. At first, it was great worknig the graveyard shift with a bunch of other people the same age, goofing around, etc. After a year or so, I began really resenting the job. The people I'd socialized with either quit, or ended up betraying me due to the fact I received a 'Letter of Recognition' for my work (looked down upon by bitter union employees).
Anyways, I left to start an apprenticeship which only paid 12.00 an hour, but decided it wasn't what I wanted. I was foolish to go back, but the company took me back with open arms with no loss of seniority. The job as good benefits, pays near 20.00/hr and is VERY easy work (but monotonous, uninspiring, and unfulfilling.)
I just got a new job offer to start next Monday, and my boss has given me time off to try it out (he's a stand-up guy, too bad I can't say the same for the job). There is room to move up, and after I put in my hours can be making over 28/hr.... at my age! I'm ecstatic, and looking forward to the challenge.
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