Reply To: The elusive search for the 'right' career

[MarieAngell]

@Larynxa, that’s a fine career for that wacky guy in the video, but I think I’d get bored with it. 😉

I absolutely agree, for many people with ADD accounting is a terrible fit and definitely should not be undertaken simply for attractive compensation. That way lies train wreck. But accounting is a varied field with a lot of different kinds  jobs. Some ADDers do well if they really know  their strengths and compensate for deficiencies going in.

Sounds like @MRMcKay has sorted out a lot of that, which is an advantage over 18 years olds trying to decide their next move. Building a new career while juggling family financial responsibilities is a different kind of fun!

Heck yeah, talking to people in the field is critical. Professors can be a good source as well for both career info and for getting a feel for what your course load and schedule would be.

MRMcKay, you’ve given this a lot of thought  and beat me to the punch on some things I would have asked. I’m presuming you know something of what the required education would cost you and starting salaries in the field. It’s almost certainly true that getting a degree in accounting should open doors in another field if it turns out accounting doesn’t suit you.

That leads me to concern about the stress and strict time management you’ll need to work and go to school. Accounting has a rigorous curriculum. Is your wife and family on board with your plan and willing to make some sacrifices along with you?

Assuming your self assessment is accurate and based on your situation, I wonder: Is the biggest gamble the process of acquiring the education?

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