Helping a friend to find a decent Job

[BiG SiP]

real glad im not the only wondering why the fuck is your “friend” not helping himself

Originally Posted by Wall O Lead [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Not to shit all over you or him and since no one else is doing it, I'll play the role of "reality".

Let's recap...

No tangible skills

Not a people person

Unreliable (that's what I gathered by "acts like a kid")

You checked off every box that shouldn't be checked on a job application.

Travel? With a position that requires a lot of travel, you must be reliable. All of these CompTIA/CCNA suggestions, require time and money. Also, the Network Administration field is increasingly becoming over inflated. A lot of it is being out sourced and technology is improving at a rate that allows 1 admin to manage networks that previously required 5. Cybersecurity is kind of the new "hotness" in the tech world right now.

Realistically, your friend will not find a job opportunity that pays 25+ an hour. Not in the near future at least. Unless you live in some crazy population dense city.

One last thing, this is a EverQuest forum, where the unemployed, disabled, and social burnouts gather in mass. Many here are very much, just like your friend. It's like asking an insane person for mental health advice.

[Blingy]

If he's looking at computer type stuff here are a few places to start:

https://www.hoppersroppers.org/course.html

https://www.professormesser.com/

https://www.cybrary.it/

https://www.reddit.com/r/ccna/commen..._ccna_rs_read/

[Lizard1]

Originally Posted by Topgunben [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Good suggestion. Is that money for drivers only?

You want to be a driver

Originally Posted by bubur [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

tell him
learn and take the following two certs:

comptia network+
comptia sec+

along the way document any experimentation and exploration of concepts in their own interests, ie. discovering they can secure their own computer, or buying and playing with a few pieces of hardware

instant 100k/yr no college required. could take 1-6 months, but you can train for the certs on udemy or another learning site of your choice at your own pace. just depends on how much he wants it

You are a complete retard, these two certs are worthless ( i have them ) and can complement a CCNP or MCSE but if you are lucky enough to get a basic job you wont pass minimum wage unless your amazing at what you do.

Originally Posted by imperiouskitten [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Is he ok at computer stuff? I made a ok career by career climbing at small tech shops that would hire high school grads (I have a degree and whatnot tho). There's a shortage of reliable peeps out there for remote werk.

You have no career, you do drugs and play online games and post

Originally Posted by kjs86z [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

+1 for UPS

You start in a warehouse and work your way up to driver. Once there you're set til retirement.

Just gotta bust ass.

You apply for a driver and train as a driver, you do not work yourself up. If you want to work at a DC ( Distribution center or hub ) you apply for a LOADER ( they load trucks that leave at 915am or night shift that unloads trucks that leave at 915pm to go to hubs. Meantime the rest of your shift you sort and get piles ready.

[bubur]

ya prolly

op maybe ur friend can cut trees

[Wall O Lead]

Your typical UPS delivery driver does not make 70k a year. These inflated wage reports, that lead you to believe that they may, are done in cities with extreme costs of living. Which 70k a year in LA is right around the equivalent to 35k outside of major cities.

Sounds like your friend has the work history of a teenager and should expect to make around $12-$13 an hour.

[Bardp1999]

Truck driver might be a good option

[Lizard1]

Originally Posted by Wall O Lead [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Your typical UPS delivery driver does not make 70k a year. These inflated wage reports, that lead you to believe that they may, are done in cities with extreme costs of living. Which 70k a year in LA is right around the equivalent to 35k outside of major cities.

Sounds like your friend has the work history of a teenager and should expect to make around $12-$13 an hour.

Yea every single 3 year driver makes 70 or between 65 and 70. Its unionized and very well funded.

$12-13 an hour? Minimum wage is 15 most places

[GinnasP99]

I've been on UPS preload for 10+ years, going in to driving next year. Can confirm drivers do pretty well(if you're on some level smart with your money). Several drivers in my center are millionaires. UPS is also a kick ass job for staying in shape, and at the end of the day you have some pride in what you've done.

[BiG SiP]

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[Ripqozko]

OP friend doesn’t want to work and will make excuses of why he will be a burden to society aka liberal. Hope that helps.