I need help
By Ruby722
@Ruby722 (796)
China
June 18, 2009 7:53pm CST
There is the things.I am 19 years old. and I have been graduated from high school.Because of some reasons i didn't go to the college.i am regret of this thing evrytime.But i've read some thing yesterday it really made me exciting.The College of Adult Education is 'enroll new student' Everything seem be great!
But today i found a thing it really let me down Cause i am working now .my job is for sales(foreign -trade) that mean in our country 'The China Export Commodities Fair' is very important to us.but the start date and the exam date is the same ..
i...umh,,I don't know what i gotta do,i have to gave up one stuff,I have no idea which one i must chioce.i want to keep two.. I need some suggestion.ANY advice will be apperciate.
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9 responses
@darkangel079 (1498)
• United States
19 Jun 09
In your case I say follow your heart what will benefit you in the long run. And see if your time management can help you say if you do choose to go to college and work. You have to be flexible with your hours so that it doesn't become a burden to you. Being 19 that you are yes you do have a lot of opportunities waiting for you. Does your hours conflict your time if you do want to go to school? I'm sure that there are costs if you do choose to attend college. How about your family if they are in to say giving you a help on that. There are a lot of different options you can choose by, for now this is the only advice I can give you at this time.
And another thing I couldn't help it to say that you look cute too...
@Ruby722 (796)
• China
19 Jun 09
Thanks you very much
yeah i want to go to the college ,and i have enough money go for it.there is not the problem.But in another side i want to attend this year 'The China Exprot commodities fair' there is a value opportunity i know that...i think i have to think about it carefully.
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@darkangel079 (1498)
• United States
19 Jun 09
Awesome! I say go for it if there is that opportunity that awaits you. Goodluck and hope the best for you. Hear from you again...take care!
@hanah87 (1835)
• Malaysia
20 Jun 09
I think you should choose your exam because the good chance is come only one time.Take the chance before you lost it because your age is not too young anymore.Like me,i go to college to get my first degree at 21 years old and i really regret it because i esscape that chance.Education is the best oppurtunity for you get better work with good salary too.Dont miss the chance.I hope you can manage your time if you want to do the two thing in same time.Thank you and have a nice day.
@ratyz5 (7808)
• Philippines
18 Jul 09
Well, go with what you want.
Say that, if you want to pursue higher learning, go for it. You know that it will benefit you later on after all. You can always get back to work or even find a better one once you have a higher degree, right?
Then again, if you really concerned about work, you can tell them that you are going to do something important. I guess they would understand that after all, education is quite important.
@cindyhxf (1446)
• China
20 Jun 09
Hi,Ruby,i understand your situation much.you want to take exam and also want to go Fair because you have job.it is really hard choise.but if i were you,i would choose exam first,Fair later because exam will lead you to get more work chance later.how do you think that?
@jodesity1 (2)
• United States
20 Jun 09
Its all about time managment. At age 19 I was on my second child, yet I was able to work 2 jobs and part-time collage and raise 2 kids. Its all about how you use your time. I agree try & find a way to get the day off for the fair or at least a few hours while you take the exam. You could also see when the next exam is being held. Good luck
@kevchua (1004)
• Malaysia
15 Jul 09
I'm not going to decide for you but what I'm going to write could help you make that important decision.
Firstly, it is important to know that in life, sometimes you can't get everything you want even if it's only two things. You've got to choose one (your priority) first, then only choose the other later. Like what people say, "You can't have the cake and eat it too."
Chinese families emphasize a lot on education because by getting a good education, you'll secure a good job, but nowadays, this may not be true in some places. Some companies want employees with working experience - they don't need highly qualified people (especially people who are academically clever but are not able to do any job well).
What you have to decide now is "What is my priority?" and "What do I want?" - you've to make that choice.
If your priority is education (which you have to pay), then perhaps you might consider working part time. Choose a job that doesn't clash with your studies. That means you don't have to stop studying at the College of Adult Education.
On the other hand, if your priority is working to earn money, then look for part time education. I think there must be a course that suits working adults like you. But please remember that though you may have to change course/major, it is not necessary a bad thing.
Learn to LET GO - do not use words like "I want", or "I must have it" - because that will cause a lot of disappointment. You're still young, so you've a lot of other obstacles ahead of you. Take things one at a time; do not follow what others are doing because every individual is different.
Whatever you do, don't regret too much. You can think about it for a while or be sad, but get on with life.
So, take care, good luck and let us know your final decision ok? Whatever it is, I'll give you my support - even if you still want to have BOTH :)
@3SnuggleBunnies (16374)
• United States
20 Jun 09
Is there a way you can take a vacation day? trade day w/ someone else?
Best of luck with whatever you choose. :)
@wzsj0501 (157)
• China
23 Jun 09
I advise you to finish your education first!Because in China nowadays,heaps and heaps of individuals have master degree or even doctor degree.after several decades,if you were 30 or 40years old,what would you have felt when you see others around you are all doctors but you are not?SO,19years old,such a rosy age ,you should receive education even if the adults' university!you are young and wise,the propect will be nice for you!
@rivengodwind (369)
• Philippines
28 Jun 09
I agree with the other posts: Finish your education first. Though you might think the job you have now is worthwhile, you have to understand that this is only for the meantime; you can't really be promoted unless you finish a degree.
This said, I am not saying that there might be other paths to one's career. One could choose to start a business and there's no college degree for that. But, a college education would provide you more options and thus more opportunities to further your self in life.
Good luck, and keep us updated ok?