What do you all think of being a Quantity Surveyor?
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The QS profession is a good stepping stone to a wide variety of consulting roles as it is concerned with finance and contracts.\n\nYou will generally get a higher pay level on the Contracting side rather than the PQS side although, in my opinion, there is a wider scope to move away from the mainstream in the PQS sector.\n\nGraduate rates vary very widely depending on your experience rather than just the degree you came through ... location also plays a very wide role in the package.  The RICS also do salary surveys from time to time ... check their web page.\n\nHave a look on S1 jobs for your area and see what packages are on offer.\n\nGood luck - let me know if you need any more info
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I think I can help you with part of your question, but you really have to dig down and answer this one for yourself. To find a fulfilling job you have to decide what makes you happy. I notice that you say you want to be outdoors. What else do you like that will make your job tailored to you? Do you like working with people, working alone, being creative, being given specific instructions, doing repetitive work, or something that changes from day to day? After you answer those things, then think about the types of jobs that would incorporate those qualities. For example, if you like outdoors, working with specific instructions and doing repetitive work you might want to look into construction, landscaping, working in a theme park, or something like that. The outdoor stuff is not really my area so I am sure you can come up with more creative suggestions. I hope this helps you get started.
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what kind of work do you do and how much were the offers?  If it is marketing--job hoping is not that frown upon.  It is creative!
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I'm assuming that you are just heading into college?....It seems like the best thing to think about when deciding on a career path is just think about the things that intrigue you and you are truly curious about.  Then branch out from there.  I have found it so valuable to get out there are work in your field to get a feel for things.  Even if you are at the lowest wrung on the ladder you can get a sense for if those environments will make you happy.  What I realized is those jobs that I thought were going to be sooooo great and rewarding were not at all after working there for a little while.
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Depends what type of building inspector you want to be and how qualified you need to be to get into a decent position (the course my just be entry level).\n\nPersonally I would go for a building surveying qualification so that you have a wider range of options (from Building inspector to valuation/loss adjustment work).  It takes experience as well as a qualification so be sure you know what you are doing before you jump from your comfort zone.\n\nGood Luck
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I've personally always known that I want my own business from being very young, which is why i'm in a crappy position at the moment after uni to decide what i want to do in the meantime to get the funds to set up my business...i want to be my own boss and not be told what to do and have to hold myself back.\n\nGood for you and good luck if that's what you decide to do.
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I know the feeling.  Although I didn't have a degree, I worked in the field for 30 years.  As the old joke goes:\nI told my mother I was the piano player at the cathouse so she would think I had a respectable job.\n\nSeriously, some areas you could consider:\nAnalyst of broadcast properties for insurance or stock company\nAdvertising\nConsultant to broadcast group, etc\nElectrical engineer\nPublic affairs for any corporate entity\nWriter\nEntrepreneur - setting up your own company covering an area above or even head hunter / talent scout.
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I have a pet product import and manufacturing company. I love my job. I am 31 and started the company 10 years ago during college at UC Berkeley. I make between $300,000 and $400,000 a year depending on how sales go each year. I am investing the extra money in real estate development and that is starting to take off. If you are thinking about a new career, I highly recommend the career that no one ever thinks to recommend...consumer products' design and manufacturing. When I was thirteen I wanted to be a fireman or a pirate. When I was 19 I wanted to be a plastic surgeon or an orthodontist. Now I am glad that I am in manufacturing because I get paid the same even when I don't show up.  One piece of advice, get paid for what you know, not what you do. My dad and sister are doctors and they only get paid when they are working...they are ALWAYS working.
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Yes, I do a job when i conduct my recerch. but this job have to be relative to my recerch. it will be helpful in my further search.
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I am like that too. Always been good at drawing 3D objects, figuring out the shape of parts for building the log cabin, reading maps, etc. I'd say the most obvious career with this skill is architecture, design, or video game development, but biochem is a good paying job too. Just make sure that visual models do play a role in real industry (as opposed to high-school classes).
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How long do you plan to work for us?\nIs this job the best use of your talents and interests?  If not, maybe we have a job better suited for you.\nWill you enjoy doing this job?
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Building from scratch can be very rewarding but beware the trials and tribulations that come with it. Finding the architect (unless you're one yourself), managing the site, sourcing the raw material, late contractors etc. \n\nNevertheless, it's worth it in the end, especially when you see your dream house become a reality.\n\nFor more  info you can check \n\nhttp://www.getyourebook.com/selfbuild
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surveying does use it alot and so does desgining and architecture. Engineering, construction and factories and industries all use it. There are many jobs out there were trig can help. I hated it but it shocked me how much I have used it now.
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My primary focus is in home repair/remodeling. I have 25 plus years experience in various trades and applications, as a self employed, but non licensed contractor. I also have 40 plus years in theatrical involvement, as well as various other skills, knowledge, and experience.\n  House painting, flooring, minor elect. and plumbing, drywall, Decking, etc. etc.\n  Beyond that I'll look for work in the trades also.\n  I'm also seeking decent housing.\n  I have decent references, even local to GR.\n  Consider e mailing me if you have home related needs that need tending to. Any quality answers will be responded to. Thank you.\n\nRev. Steven
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I think it is always a good idea to work with someone in the field before jumping in to anything.  So experience, creative flair, and a love for what you are doing along with genuine care for others is the receipe for sucess.
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"The way you see the problem IS the problem." Stephen R. Covey, to borrow one of MJ23 4Life's sources, has certainly given any reader of his book something to mull over, even if the aforementioned quote is the only thing that they take away from his writings. Perception. It seems obvious, but it really is something that goes overlooked constantly – human beings are blest (or cursed) with the ability to rationalize anything. While your current feelings are very likely the byproduct of any number of events leading up to this moment in time, whether or not you let any of your misgivings ruin your day is completely up to you. Is this a highly idealistic concept? Yes, I think so. Several other posts have mentioned this sentiment, but if you are really not satisfied with being a teacher of kindergarten students, then perhaps you should go exploring outside of your comfort zone and attempt to instruct children during another phase of their early development. Also, salary should really be of no concern if you are doing something that you are truly passionate about. In the management courses I have taken (this doesn’t make me an expert) we have studied how there is absolutely no correlation between pay and one’s intrinsic desire to do work. Money can only take you so far and it certainly “can’t buy me love,” as the Beatles would say. You can justify this to yourself however you like. Good teachers are few and far between and if it is your goal to become a good one, and not just another statistic, then perhaps it is time to cast any doubts you may have aside and start to focus on why it is that you will be good at what you do. Life really is too short to spend all of your days questioning what it is that you are doing here.
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People like services. And there's no inventory to maintain. So go into something that doesn't require you to spend money on a lot of supplies or products that you have to sell. \n\nWhat do you like to do? What do people compliment you on? What skills do you have? That's the best way to figure out what to do.