Need to pivot to something - NO Sales
Sales is not my thing. I’ve made it this far but have clarity that the role I’m currently in (Financial Advisor) is not sustainable for me long term as I’m slowly killing my soul each day. I’m not bad on the advice side, I just don’t get into the schmoozing, and I feel the industry just doesn’t align with my ethical and moral lanes anymore.
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My interests are already elsewhere. I have a real hard time with hypothetical ideas, and am much more comfortable putting hands on my work. 10+ years ago, prior to my current role, I remodeled homes and loved it. I do regret not sticking with that. Now I have developed some design skills, welding, carpentry, etc… as a hobby, and I want some way to translate this breadth of knowledge into something more fulfilling.
Any positions come to mind? My first thought is back to real estate, which I could do myself, but I want to work for someone else for a while and hone in on what/if I want to start that business again.
I like looking at physical systems and finding ways to make them better.
My plan is to slowly explore options in my free time and on weekends, gain certs if that’s part of it, etc… then transition over the course of a year so I can handoff my book in a reasonable way.
Ideas? I need to make at least $70k but have a few years of runway if needed to get there.