Are my parents to strict?

[dave1949]

I worked for a software development company for many years. I could count on one hand the programmers that actually had a degree in computer science. Things may be changing now, but I have not seen many people actually work in the career they educated themselves for. Take your time and take a second look. Every business and most public services have to deal with budgets, human resources, project management in addition to the technical skill (computer programming, firefighting, law enforcement, emergency medicine) required to carry out their job. Raising cows and farming take quite a bit of business acumen. As an IT manager I was required more and more to get into disciplines I never educated myself for. Maybe someone else can chime in and expand on this thought.

Students commonly change their majors, at least 50% do. Some report as high as 80%. All things being equal, statistically there is at least a 50% chance you will alter your course of study or career goal while in college.
Not a Major Deal? - In - Your Guide to College Admissions from The Princeton Review

The speed at which the world of work is changing means choosing a major is not a life-long commitment, well, you can commit, but reality may work out otherwise :laughing: Long-term success means being light on your feet these days.

Just about any field you work in will require constant upgrading and expanding of your skill set, IT being the extreme example probably.

 

[ljohnson778]

On the other hand are we (meaning TBN members) being played?????

Nah, I believe the kid's legit.

 

[ljohnson778]

We just can't afford that kind of cost...take a look at what Moss posted

That is a $30K to $50K a year package ...probably more than that ...just depends on how much education for each member of the military, how much medical attention they need...could cost much ...much more.

I say ...bring back the draft and reduce the pay to subsistance levels like when I was in...In 1966 I think base Army pay for an E-1 was $60 to $70 a month...and at that time civilians were making $500 and up per month...So if you look at $17K a yr. salary plus all the other benefits...these army privates...E-1's in all branches are making far more than their civilian peers...in fact most of their generation are looking for jobs....We just can't afford to pay our military these exorbitant wages....

We should stop being the worlds cop and the draft will fairly spread the risk to all families....the super wealth ones too....and each upon turning 18 yrs. old will serve 2 yrs. in some service capacity...

We can't afford this...otherwise...:2cents:

So as not to deviate from the OP, all I'll say is... Money well spent, in my opinion. I believe military personnel deserve far more than they are receiving, not less. There are plenty of things that money is wasted on, but this certainly isn't one.

 

[J F]

:laughing: Chalk me up as being one of the guys thinking..."this kid can't be for real", he's too very well grounded.

If you're for real Cub, you're an amazing young man, you will not only do very well in whatever you pursue, you will own it.

 

[Trials]

op
you sound like you are wanting for companionship,
do you have pets? :| Only asking because my closest companion (next to my wife) is my dog.

 

[Cub124]

I think so

Why is everyone starting to think I'm playing people? I'm legit. Everything is real and I've been, and will continue to be 100% honest. I also wanted to apologize for not replying much or not saying much when I reply. I feel bad that I don't. I'm really just taking everything in, everyone's advice and opinions and support. It's gave me a a lot to think about.

 

[Cub124]

I worked for a software development company for many years. I could count on one hand the programmers that actually had a degree in computer science. Things may be changing now, but I have not seen many people actually work in the career they educated themselves for. Take your time and take a second look. Every business and most public services have to deal with budgets, human resources, project management in addition to the technical skill (computer programming, firefighting, law enforcement, emergency medicine) required to carry out their job. Raising cows and farming take quite a bit of business acumen. As an IT manager I was required more and more to get into disciplines I never educated myself for. Maybe someone else can chime in and expand on this thought.

That is a very good point. A degree in business management or a related field would look really good on a resume for a firefighting position. It would also help with promotion opportunities later down the road.

 

[Cub124]

:laughing: Chalk me up as being one of the guys thinking..."this kid can't be for real", he's too very well grounded.

If you're for real Cub, you're an amazing young man, you will not only do very well in whatever you pursue, you will own it.

Your second paragraph made my day! Thank you very much.

 

[Cub124]

op
you sound like you are wanting for companionship,
do you have pets? :| Only asking because my closest companion (next to my wife) is my dog.

Yes I have two dogs. One is really close to me, he does everything with me.

 

[J F]

Your second paragraph made my day! Thank you very much.

Very glad to do so. Keep up the good work.