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Just curious...Occupation?

BrandiDavis — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 09:13:47 GMT

So, I am just curious as to what everyone's profession/job is? If you're retired, what was your profession/job?

I work full time for an answering service (midnight shift) I've been here about 6 years. I've worked different types of jobs over the years, mostly office related or clerical.

I wish I'd of went to college, but unfortunately I had a baby at the age of 17 and then twins when I was 22 and it just never was in my cards. I am now 39 and have decided to go back to school (for what yet I don't know...lol) and I'm currently in 2 classes right now. Psychology & History. I figure you're never too old ya know?

Anyways, it just got me to thinking what everyone else does/did.

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Lindsays Grandma — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 10:01:12 GMT

My last position for 15 years was with Warner Bros Studios in Burbank, CA as a manager for two of their privately owned buildings off the studio lot. I loved every minute of it and sadly I had to retire earlier than I planned, due to a failed back surgery, and I still miss it.

Prior to that position I manged a 14 story hi rise building in Sherman Oaks, CA for 2 years.

Prior to that, for 10 years I was the assistant to the owner and managed the office for his company that did limited partnerships and real estate investments. That position was in Woodland Hills, CA.

All in all I loved each position that I held and if I had it to do over, that's what I would do. No regrets.

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Barbara in Virginia — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 10:47:53 GMT

I am a retired high end residential interior designer, speciaizing in Historic Preservation. While I loved design -and still do- the most gratifying work I have ever done was that as a Peace Corps volunteer, which I did right after college graduation. As it was for most of us returning volunteers, that work was life-changing.

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San Antonio Gal — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 11:13:32 GMT

@BrandiDavis - congrats on going back to school! One is never too old for education.

I have a Bachelor's degree in Business. My occupation is a Mortgage Banker. I love my job and look forward to going to work each day. I travel to our different branch offices and meet with clients.

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Desertdi — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 11:18:08 GMT

I have worked in insurance, primary metals, hospitality, and politics

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godi — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 11:25:07 GMT

Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

I never finished high school got a GED and worked at retail most of my life. I worked my way up to management at a few places and then I got burned out. Retail is a very hard job. I always thank the people working this time of year. They have a very hard job. Boy the stories I could tell you! 🤣🤣😢

I hired a young man before I left retail and his parents ran a before and after school program near me and gave me a opportunity to work for them. And I must say this was my most rewarding job. I retired 2 years ago and the kids who most are adults now remember me!

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gidgetgh — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 11:49:47 GMT

I worked for exactly one year as a bank teller when I got out of college. To the day, 1 year. I knew it was time to go when the VP told the tellers one day at a meeting "we don't pay you to think, we pay you to count money". Different times in the mid 70's, but I knew that I wanted to be where my mind was valued more. Buh bye. See ya.

Then I took a new job and worked for the next 37 years in Financial Services (commercial lending). Varying positions including Accounting Manager and Account Executive.

@BrandiDavis - my senior year of high school, and then summers in college, I was a switchboard operator at an answering service (back in the mid 70's). I loved that job. Taught me so much about phone eitquette and taking messages quickly and accurately. I was like Lily Tomlin on the switchboard.

I don't know how answering services work now, but we each had a board with 100 lines on it and 8 cords to plug into the lines.

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BerryforFub — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:15:06 GMT

I, like you had a baby at 18, shortly after graduating high school. I married my high school sweetheart & fortunately was able to be a stay at mom for many years. I never went to college & went to work for a major airline in my late 20's as a flight attendant.

I now have been there for 25 years (and still going strong) & still a very a happy flight attendant with 3 wonderful grand babies. I got lucky & it was one of the best decisions I ever made. But who knew in my 20's that it would set me up for the rest of my life & can still say that 90% of the time it doesn't even feel like a "job" and wouldn't trade a single thing! Good luck to you pursing your dream 😊

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Imaoldhippie — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:18:38 GMT

I worked as a physicians assistant for 20 plus years. Became burned out. Had several clerical jobs then was hired in a warehouse as a forklift operator. Loved that job. Retired from it and then took a parttime job as a cook in a bar. That was a fun job. Now I am retired completely.

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Mary Bailey — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:25:29 GMT

almost 30 years insurance CSR 3 different companies

I've a few other jobs inbetween.

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Mom2Dogs — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:37:31 GMT

@Barbara in Virginia After graduating from high school...I never went to college...I applied for the peace corps. I was denied because I did not have a college degree. I was so disappointed, I have no doubt that was a very rewarding time in your life.

I worked for a newspaper for many years, setting ads, selling ads, etc. My dh and I are now self employed for 40+ years.

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Meowingkitty — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:42:01 GMT

My last job I was an underwriter assistant for an insurance company. Hated the job and dreaded going in almost every day the last 5 years I was there. The people were very nosey, the company itself did not give raises or bonuses. What you started with was what you ended up with even 10 years later I got laid off after 9 years and couldn't be happier. I didn't return to work. Prior to that I worked in the printing department of another company and it was fun. The people were great the company was wonderful but unfortunately it was during the times of mergers and we got bought out and put out of business.

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new nickname 4 — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:02:28 GMT

I worked for almost 52 years for the same company, a CPA firm. I started as a stenographer, then when we got our first main frame computer, I moved into the computer dept. Loved working with machines, and having to find ways to get the results you want (a computer is only as good as the stuff you feed into it). Eventually ended up installing software, setting up the program and processing tax returns. Just retired end of May and I enjoy not getting going in the mornings, however, with the upcoming tax season approaching, I've been asked to help part time. I can set my own hours, so I think I'll help.

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Suziepeach — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 20:47:42 GMT

Registered Radiology Technologist for over 30 years and registered in Mammography which was my specific area the last years of my career.

Haven't worked since 1997 and absolutely love being a domestic goddess/engineer!!

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FrostyBabe1 — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:19:03 GMT

I spent the bulk of my career in financial and credit exposure risk management with a pharmaceutical manufacturer. After the 4th round of M&A, I moved to institutional investment management on a part time basis. I’ve been completely retired and loving it since I turned 50 a few years ago.

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ninjawife — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:23:43 GMT

I'm a speech language pathologist. I worked for Easter Seals for 17 years seeing clients birth through death but most of my caseload consisted of feeding therapy alternative augmented communication and early intervention. From there I was self employed. I did contracts in primarily preschool programs. For the past two years I have worked full time for a contracting agency in a school district where I do initial evaluations on preschool students to determine if they qualify for special education. I also have a very small caseload of students I treat.

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hayseed00 — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:26:10 GMT

@BrandiDavisRN for NYS Corrections.

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haddon9 — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:45:22 GMT

After college I worked in a bank. Then I was a stay at home mom. Kids went off to school and I worked in design....for the last 12 years I work from home with my online Etsy business.

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Nuttmeg — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 14:11:37 GMT

I taught in a urban school district for 30 years. I have been retired 19 years. I enjoyed my time working with young folks.

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patbz — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 14:31:26 GMT

After college I went to Europe and Asia as a Military Recreation Specialist with Army and USO. Eventually I returned from overseas. I continued in Recreation Admin for Marines and then worked for 25 years for Navy in China Lake (personnel, recruiting scientists/engineers and later helping military transition into civilian life. I was never a Military member but worked along side them most of my career. I've been retired 13 years.