Why is it hard for people with degrees or a GED to get a job?
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Baby Boomers -  The supply of labor is more than the demand.  Since recent graduates have less experience than our 78 million baby boomers, they get first pick of the jobs.  Historically speaking the youngs only advantage was the willingness to work for less, but recently employers have noticed baby boomers are willing to work for less money.  What would you do hire a kid fresh out of college for 35,000 or hire someone with 25 years experience for 45,000?  The choice is simple.\n\nIn the future, as the baby boomers retire, young people (expecially those who picked up a little experience) will see a dramatic decrease in the supply of labor while demand remains relativly contant.  This will mean huge pay increases for people willing and able to work.  I suggest except a low paying job that offers ability to collect experience, as the years go by you will see promotions and pay increases.
221623
It's all about patience and perspective.  Even if you can't get your dream job right now, think about steps you can take to better position yourself for it in the future.  It might take some hard work and a few years, but you can get what you want eventually if you work at it.
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Because a GED means that you quit. Even if you had a good reason to quit, you quit. A high school diploma means that you persevered even when you didn't want to. You saw it through. That said, there are many people who quit because of hardships in their homes. They often need to get out and away from a bad situation. They have to work to support themselves. Then later, these people go back and get their GED. They can go to community college and finally earn college degrees. So, it's not over for those people that have to quit and get GEDs. But you don't sound one of them. I commend you for thinking rationally about it before just doing it and not showing up for school anymore. Your life would be simpler if you just saw high school to it's finish. Best wishes to you.
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Aravinda, it is hard even to get a job and much harder to get one that is of your desire.  Get the priorities first.  You need a job to cover your basic needs and hopefully pay for some improvement in your education so you have a chance to move on in your career.  Do a good job in whatever you are working and soon you will be noticed and maybe will be given a better opportunity.  When we don t have money the best investment is in our education.  Try to learn something that is important in your area.  Have faith.
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Don't let these people mislead you.  On average, having more education results in better life outcomes along many domains of interest, starting with monies earned.  That does not mean that you cannot succeed without a high school diploma or college degree- it does mean, though, that an MD will be much more likely to succeed than someone with a GED. \n\nIf you are asking about the marginal benefit of obtaining say, a master's degree over a bachelor's degree- there are still often benefits, but they do become more limited after a point, so it depends on your life circumstances.
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It's EXTREMELY important to get a college degree if you want a decent job.  Today's job market is much more competitive than it has *ever* been.  Today, bachelor's degrees are the *standard* (whereas a generation ago, a high school diploma was) for a *decent* job.  For anything beyond a decent job (and by decent, I mean simply steady employment with enough pay to *just* get by), you'll need an advanced degree.
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I have a GED, I did not complete high school for reasons that are not important.  My GED has allowed me to attain employment as well as a person wh graduated high school......my life would be much worse without it.
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It doesn't disqualify you completely, it just makes it harder to find something.  It is better to put something than nothing.  Put down the information you do know, it is really hard to help people find jobs if we have no idea what they have done in the past.  If you leave it blank it just shows us you don't have any work history or any experience in anything.  \n\nTry putting together a resume at home and bring it with you when you go fill out applications, at least that will help in determining what skills you have.
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I know its hard but it is VERY important to finish high school. Stick it out. You know you are smart enough, its the motivation to do it isn't there. You will need to finish high school or get your GED. Either way, if you want a job that pays anything you will need that at least. Of course if you want to get paid majot bucks you will need to go to college. \n\nDon't make the same mistake, make your self better. You can do it, and you will thank yourself later. It will mean less stress in your future to finish school.\n\nGood Luck!
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Any type of degree or certification improves your chances over those who don't have it.  An AA is also a good stepping stone to a Bachelor's...and sounds like it's a good short-term goal for you.  As an individual who has to hire people periodically, if an individual is over 25 and doesn't have a degree or certification of any sort, I put their resume aside.  I worked full time, had a full time job, and helped support a household and still managed to find time to improve myself with education.  So, I expect the same of those who will work for me.
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Technically, they are the same. GEDs are probably prevalent among kids that were home-schooled. For your situation, it probably shouldn't matter a whole lot. Colleges can't discriminate, just because you got a GED. \n\nAs far as employment...not too sure about that. I doubt it though. The jobs you will be applying for aren't going to be the ones that require college degrees, so they probably won't care as long as you can do the job.
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Unfortunately, the world is just not a fair place.  The person who graduated from a prestigious college with an advanced degree will always get the job.  I learned when I graduated that a bachelor's degree isn't worth the paper it's printed on when it comes to getting a job.  Less time and effort is expended by the employer if they hire someone with a master's or PhD. The worst from Harvard will always get paid more and get the better job than the person who graduated with honors from LCC (local community college).
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Hi,  \n\n   I highly recommend for you to make a plan to get your diploma.  When you have this, everything will be so much easier.  In the meantime, check out any supermarkets and/or department stores in your area.  Also any local restaurants would most likely have openings.\n   \n   Check your local paper -- In many cases the paper's classified are now online.\n    \n   Sometimes if you apply at a temporary employment agency they can help you find a job in a field that might not require a GED or diploma.\n\n   \n   I use a FREE online application that allows you to keep track of any ads you find, jobs you apply for.  You can send or print correspondence such as a cover letter, thank you letter, or cold call letters. It also allows you to keep track of your job search history. This site is jobsearchlog.com.....   check it out.  Absolutely free and real helpful! \n\nGood Luck,\n\nKaren\n\n    http://indeed.com\n    http://job-hunt.org\n    http://jobsearchlog.com
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Students choose to drop out for many reasons most feel that school isnt for them and sometimes circumstances will cause students to want to leave school. There's a disadvantage to those who do drop out of school because according to a commercial I saw that cited facts that people who don't graduate from high school will earn $200,000 less than someone who's got a diploma or college degree. You can't get a job without a high school diploma. I don't see the point of dropping out because you would miss the fun of attending prom and graduating with people your own age. Why would you want to settle for a GED when you can have a diploma you walked across the stage and accepted. Sure school is going to be challenging, but life's challenging enough when you don't have the proper education to get a job and career off the ground.
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Years ago, I heard that only 18% of our population complete college. That is not many. It takes years and hard work and you must want that piece of paper more than you have every wanted anything else. And, it is still hard even with a degree to find a decent job. The world needs to change... but...............................................................................................
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I agree! Get your GED and then go to college. Why be a drop-out????
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Are you saying if you don't obtain a GED document that you earned over 30 years ago, you will lose your job? Your boss must be bored.\n\ntry http://dese.mo.gov/divcareered/ged_official_transcript.htm