I'm in my mid 40s, Part-time or Full-Time Job is suitable for me?

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   peachpurpleposted 7 years ago

   I'm in my mid 40s, Part-time or Full-Time Job is suitable for me?
   
   My kids are grown up now. I am planning to step into the society since I had been a housewife for the past 10 years. I wonder at age 40, should I start looking for a part-time or full-time job. Which is suitable for me? What would you suggest?
   
   
   
   

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   lovetherainposted 7 years ago

   I am in my mid-40's too. I would probably only work part time. But if you have the energy, I say go for full time.

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      peachpurpleposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      I was thinking of working part time too, just don't know whether my body could stand working 9 hours daily.

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   Jacqueline4390posted 7 years ago

   Hi,
   The answer to this question should definitely take into consideration what you feel comfortable doing and how much time do you want to devote doing it? Do you enjoy instructing others? Would you prefer working with a group or solo? How much patience do you have? It may sound like answering a question with other questions but understanding your desires and basic needs will be a factor not only in whether you work full or part-time but the type of work you do? Have you ever considered self-employment?

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      peachpurpleposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      I had worked with my hubby before but business failed. So, I rather work for someone now

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   CatherineGiordanoposted 7 years ago

   I say go full time. You still have 20 -25 years left to build a successful career. You can also be saving for retirement. If you don't have the skills for a career, go to school and get the skills you need for the job of your dreams.

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      peachpurpleposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      thanks very much for your encouragement

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   nipunsourishiyaposted 7 years ago

   Hello Peachy,
   I have gone through your profile, and I will highly recommend making your career as an Individual Expert/Consultant. Since you are a great writer and surely you are passionate about it, so you can convert your hobby into your profession.
   
   You just need to start creating your brand as a global expert. Which is available on demand for premium services.
   
   You can also write small recipe books (Asian foods, Cakes, Cookies etc) which can generate the good amount of money. These books can be sold digitally.
   
   Best Regards,
   Nipun

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      peachpurpleposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      I heard that e books could fetch good amount of money. Which ebook program should I use for my recipes?

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      nipunsourishiyaposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      Peachy, you can check Payhip, Amazon Kindle Direct Publish, Blurb,  Lulu, Tradebit, NOOK Press, Kobo Writing Life etc. Here you can publish your ebook. Hope it will help you.

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   threekeysposted 7 years ago

   Peachpurple, if you are a foodie, what about becoming a nutritonist? Or, starting a cooking class/programme in schools? Team up with a well known chef/restauranter for support as well as for marketing.
   Do schools have vegetable gardens over your way? You can use their produce and teach children healthy cooking/eating recipes together with where food actually comes from. I know I was totally taken aback when a 6 year old thought peas came from a frozen packet. He had no idea they come from a plant. What do you think?

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      peachpurpleposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      Here , a nutritonist must have a diploma qualification of the course, I don't have that, also must work in the related field, I have not work for the past 10 years already. To work in restaurant, I can only be the kitchen crew

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      threekeysposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      Okay... but the door could still be open to being a educational foodie? Just a thought. Try not to negate yourself because you were at home.Running a home and family is a multitasking managerial role to the T. Well. tabletop food & family book?

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   DDEposted 7 years ago

   It depends on what you like doing best. Any job is worth a try but if you are not happy with that  job then its senseless doing it. Anything you do from the heart and love your challenges then that is what you should do. Think positive and be up for  anew challenge but only if you like to that job.

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      peachpurpleposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      thanks very much for your encouragement, I think it will take a while to know whether I am suitable for a job or not

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   LoisRyan13903posted 7 years ago

   It depends if you need the money from a full-time job.  If money is not an issue, then go for part-time.  You can even volunteer at some place.  If it was me, I would do more volunteer work at the American Legion and maybe VA center.  As mentioned in another post, you can work in the Kitchen Crew is a restaurant.  Some places offer certification training where you do not have to go to college.

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      peachpurpleposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      thanks very much, I might think about part time

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   WillToSurviveposted 7 years ago

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    mattramzzzposted 7 years ago

    I'm finding that working several separate "jobs" is good. I write, edit, proofread, blog and tutor writers. I'm in my mid-40's and have only been doing what I am, for about 15 years.
    
    If you look online for opportunities, you'll probably find several opportunities. Have you thought about using your expertise and knowledge to start a www.wordpress.com blog to communicate where you've been and what you've accomplished?

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       peachpurpleposted 7 years agoin reply to this

       You mean I open up a wordpress and publish me recipes?

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    jiraiyaposted 7 years ago

    Its simple u r in good health condition then take full time job otherwise take  the otherone

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       peachpurpleposted 7 years agoin reply to this

       thanks, I am healthy, I will look for full time then

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