Should I go to bartending school?
595758
The other guy is right, I went to bartender school years ago and it didn't help at all. I was able to do some bartending at private parties, but not at regular bars.\n\nJust get a book of cocktail recipes and practice with that, because that's about all you do in bartender school anyways.
41869
There is nothing that says you have to go to school in your case.  Plenty of people are successful without college. You should look at what you want to do for a job and base your decision on that.  Would you go to school if it guaranteed you higher wages in the future and for the rest of your life?  Find your reason for going to school and theres your motivation.  If you don't find a reason, then you might as well save your money.
240717
Personally, no.  But I've had quite a few friends who have gone.  I'd recommend it. I wish I had gone, but was into travelling.\nAnyway, they offer some good courses, you can learn a trade you can get into when you leave, you earn money while you're there. After you "graduate", the money you've earned is given to you in a lump-sum check to get you started, like renting an apartment, etc.
766256
If you have no, or little experience then dont do it.. It sounds fun and the idea feels good but in reality its very hard work for very little pay. You are never off duty and the long hours take thier toll. If you are really serious then become full time bar staff then assistant managers and then house managers. This will take you a few years but it will not be your money or risk. If you dont like it or get on then you can leave, if you buy a pub or lease one then you are stuck with it if it dosent work out as planned. This can cause financial ruin, the big lease companies really dont care how well you are doing, they only want the rent and beer sales.. The training courses offered are of little or no use to the real world of running a pub. What could you learn in a week or two about running both a pub AND a business. It takes years to learn both and even then you make mistakes.
752319
Short answer, no...\n\nLong Answer: I am a college graduate, having done the traditional after-high-school approach. I have been in the market place for many years so here is my opinion, for what it is worth. \n\nCOllege is not for everyone. Some people should NOT go, only because their head is not in the right place to learn and utilize the knowledge to "learn how to learn". What that means is something you already know. Hard work, perserverance, and theh ability to learn are the keys to success. The college degree is an evidence of that, but not a guarantee. There are many educated derilicts in the world, many from ivy league where the degrees have essentially been purchased with little demand for performance. The party school is almost considered a right of passage, and I think it is a disgrace to all that did it the right way. \n\nAs a person who interviews people for hire, I know that a college degree will be a proof of study, and I admire some schools over others for their ability to turn out good candidates. BUT, the ones with work experience are highly prized, degree or not. \n\nSO,  FOR YOU..\n- If you need an entry level job- get a degree ...YOU specifically  don;t need it for this\n- If you need the education for a particular skill in business, engineering, healthcare- get a degree....YOU do not need it for your own businesss, but it could help you grow. A good book or partner  could help also\n- .If you need to have a need to compete in the workplace for promotion in the future - the degree will be an asset for promotion in many areas - YOU may need it, but not for your own business\n- If you need the sense of self accomplishment - the degree is a source of pride- clearly, YOU don;t need it. \n\nIf you still want one, night school is always available. NOBODY questions whether you partied with the frat boys all day or  worked your @ss off at night plus day. \n\nThe degree can be an asset to a better paycheck, in general...but some have been successful without it. Bill Gates is a college dropout for instance. I do notice that you are working very hard to be successful...will you need to do that all your life? A degree may allow an income without 18 hour days eventually \n\nSounds like your head is on straight, enjoy your life and don't worry about what others think. Your parents understand the conventional wisdom of college degree = success....The problem is, that is not conventional wisom anymore. DO they want the degree for their pride or for yours?
685157
I hold an MSW from FSU.  It's a fine degree and very employable...it all depends on what you want.  Are you going for an LCSW?  Florida is very competitive, as is New York.  In almost every state, you can just use what you already have - - but NOT Floria OR New York.  So ask yourself where you see yourself working when you're through.  Also ask yourself if you see yourself getting still more education after your degree (I did - and the debt racks up, believe me- in-state tuition is a lifesaver).  You could always go to school in FL and then study and sit for your LCSW in NY...
834868
Absolutely yes...if you have the drive and ambition. My former wife has taken part-time classes for over 10 years and now holds a Bachelor's and a Masters. ALL done with only 1-2 classes per semester. Now she is glad she continued with it even though it took awhile. She now makes over 6 figures instead of being a teller at a bank.
266889
It really depends on the location. When I was in my early 20's (seems so long ago), I bartended in a pretty popular club while going to school. I only worked 3-4 nights a week, and I earned over 60k a year. I would walk out with about $400 a night. It's a lot of late nights, and you could get caught up in it, but if you are young it's great. A good friend of mine, never went to school, started waiting tables at 18, by 23, he was the head bartender at a popular local bar, and now, at 29, he is the head bartender at the Wynn Casino in Vegas, he easily makes $1000 a shift...
717291
The Rosen School of Hospitality at the University of Central Florida is renowned for its programs and staff. I highly suggest it. I have a lot of friends there that absolutely love it, and it's far cheaper than Johnson and Wales or other schools. Good luck with your decision!
416175
Take the Bus. Mgt., I've been in the Hospitality Business for 20 years, and I turn 36 next month, I've worked at golf resorts, hotels, restaurants you name it I've done it and you don't need a specified hotel/motel degree, I'm a manager now at a restaurant and it isn't that great, I've bartended food and beverage manager, it's knowing the right people, making friends and connection, and working hard, being diligent at whatever you do, and given time, the right people will notice and by the way honesty works real well, my connections will soon make me a lot of money. Last thing, get your degree and learn all you can about money, the rule of 72, compounding interest, everything.  I was a microbiology major and later became a financial analyst and that taught me what I needed to know.\n\nPlease respond if you have further questions, always happy to help someone!
315718
You should go to college just to have your degree as a back up.  There is no guarantee your nightclub will be a success or even open.  \nYou should study business administration, accounting, business law, business management, office administration, business marketing, operations management, organizational management, project management, technology management, Human Resource &/ or finance.  This would give you a strong background on how a business runs, how it should be run, laws, your rights as an employer, how to be in charge of a staff, what rights the person for you has, budgets, what resources are out there to help you, etc.  You would have your very important degree while still focusing on your desire to own and run a nightclub.\n\nCongratulations on knowing what you want to do and Good luck!
555324
yep. Unless your college prohibits it. If those are what you like, then go for it!
542799
I wouldn't do it.. it's better to go to a physical real school.  You'll probably get a better education at a community college, and save yourself a few thousand bucks in the deal.
116779
well....i haven't been there for quite a while but the bar can have its momemts.....located in the downtown area, it can see all walks of life including politicians. if you are asking from a employment perspective i would say to beware of you surroundings. drinks are reasonably priced and if you like action....this is a place that might interest you......they have an upstairs area for private dances so it can be a little heated. but all in all, it should be alright.
1046272
possibly...if you are honest and tell the judge that you have a drinking problem....probably have you go to AA classes...they may, in fact, be the best thing for you....good luck
1095168
Tough question. \n\nI went to a Earle C. Clements JobCorps in Morganfield, Kentucky. I originally went for plumbing, but the class was full and I had to wait for it and choose a different trade. I chose carpentry. I flew through the course scoring some of the highest grades of anyone that had ever attended there, but hated being there. It is the largest JobCorps facility there is and because of the number of students, there were many problems. I left after finishing carpentry, but never really went anywhere with it. (Not what I was training for anyway, ended up building wood furniture.) Anyway, if I would have stayed and taken plumbing, I'd be making quite a bit more money, so I regret leaving when I did. \n\nIf I were you, I would take carpentry and go to college. Doing this will give you the biggest opportunity to make larger amounts of money. If you don't want to do both, I suggest you go to college as college graduates tend to make substantialy more money than non grads. My best advice is to do both though.
335096
bad idea. it is best to go to a law school that is accredited by the american bar association (ABA). This will help you not only find a good job as an attorney, but will also allow you to take the bar exam.  Going to law school is a great idea, but you must go to an ABA accredited school if you truly want to learn the law and have an easier time finding employment after you have gotten your J.D.  In addition, it is best to try to go to a law school that is first tier prior to going to a law school that is 2nd, 3rd or 4th tier.  The tier system in ranking law schools (see US News and World Report because they have the rankings for law schools) will determine even what firms will give you a shot. I attended a first tier law school accredited by the ABA and do not regret my decision. Best of luck searching for law schools and in your legal endeavors.