Career Path Advice for people with no technical or social skills

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The discussion revolves around the search for high-paying jobs that require minimal technical and social skills, particularly from the perspective of individuals with an Electrical Engineering (EE) degree who feel unqualified in their field. The scope includes career advice, job market realities, and personal experiences related to skill development.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that a roughneck position on an oil rig could be a potential job, though it may not meet the criteria of being "easy."
  • One participant questions how someone with an EE degree could lack technical skills, implying a disconnect between qualifications and abilities.
  • Another participant expresses skepticism about the feasibility of finding a high-paying job that requires no skills, arguing that if such a job existed, many would pursue it.
  • There are claims that focusing on high-paying jobs may be misguided; instead, one should seek positions they are qualified for.
  • Some participants assert that both technical and social skills can be developed over time through experience, suggesting that the OP could benefit from roles that encourage skill growth.
  • One participant expresses doubt about the OP's claims of high academic achievement alongside their stated ineptness in the field.
  • A later reply suggests that the OP's posts may not be serious, indicating a potential lack of sincerity in the inquiry.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally disagree on the existence of suitable job opportunities that meet the OP's criteria. There is no consensus on the validity of the OP's claims regarding their qualifications and abilities.

Contextual Notes

Some participants highlight the importance of having clear career objectives and the potential for skill development, while others question the OP's claims of ineptness despite a high GPA. The discussion reflects varying perspectives on the relationship between education, skills, and job market realities.

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What are some high paying easy to get jobs for people with no technical and social skills.

I have an EE degree but I'm not skilled in it either and therefore I'm unable to advance in it either.
 
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Roughneck on an oil rig is the only one that comes to mind
 
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Ssp said:
I have an EE degree but I'm not skilled in it either and therefore I'm unable to advance in it either.
How can you have not technical skills if you have an EE degree? Did you buy it?
 
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Dale said:
Roughneck on an oil rig is the only one that comes to mind
Misses on the “easy” requirement though.
 
In my experience the answers depend upon whether you are stupid, lazy, or both.
 
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More background: I graduated with a GPA of close to 4.0 but am inept in the field.
 
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Nugatory said:
Misses on the “easy” requirement though.
It was “easy to get”, not “easy”.
 
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Dale said:
It was “easy to get”, not “easy”.
Well now I'm changing it to both "easy to get" and "easy". You can also be skeptical as much as you want about my GPA. But it's the truth take it or leave it, I don't care.
 
Ssp said:
Well now I'm changing it to both "easy to get" and "easy".
There is no such job then.

Ssp said:
You can also be skeptical as much as you want about my GPA. But it's the truth take it or leave it, I don't care.
I am not skeptical about your GPA. I am skeptical about your GPA and your claimed ineptness both together.
 
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Dale said:
There is no such job then.
Well thank you for trying.
 
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If there were an easy, well-paying job that required no skills, don't you think everyone would jump on it?
 
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Ssp said:
What are some high paying easy to get jobs for people with no technical and social skills.

I have an EE degree but I'm not skilled in it either and therefore I'm unable to advance in it either.
The question does not qualify as serious,... or something.

Electrical Engineering degree? That should be vocational with knowledge. Skills must be part of this.

Focusing on what "high paying" jobs, is the wrong focus. One should look for jobs which one is qualified to do. Everyone can work with someone or some small group. Not much special skill is needed. These social skills have been in ones progression all thoughout ones life. One at least has an ability to react and to respond
 
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Ssp said:
More background: I graduated with a GPA of close to 4.0 but am inept in the field.
May I be bold enough to say, that makes no sense?
 
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Ssp said:
Well now I'm changing it to both "easy to get" and "easy". You can also be skeptical as much as you want about my GPA. But it's the truth take it or leave it, I don't care.
You serious? If so then explain it!
 
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A bit of too-late advising:

(1) best to choose a degree objective in a subject in which one is interested

(2) very important to know what specifically you want to do with your education's degree objective; like what jobs do you believe you want? What tasks and skills you want to do?

One MUST have clear precise answers for point 2; or else one may become and stay lost for a very long time.
 
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Ssp said:
hat are some high paying easy to get jobs for people with no technical and social skills.

I have an EE degree but I'm not skilled in it either and therefore I'm unable to advance in it either.
Sounds to me like you're looking for a unicorn (something that doesn't exist).

Fortunately these issues are correctable. Both technical and social skills can be learned and both skill sets tend to develop out of experience rather than in a classroom.

In university, you acquire a vast wealth of knowledge. To be fair, universities also have opportunities for skill development, but not everyone takes advantage of those (or even recognizes them for what they are). This is why in the working world fresh graduates are rarely placed in positions of heavy responsibility and instead are required to work their way into them.

If you want to develop social skills, for example, take a position as a server or in sales. Over time you can learn how best to interact with people on a professional level. Invest in yourself. Join a chapter of Toastmasters or form a local community group around an interest of yours. You may not ever get to the point of those people who just seem to be born with charisma, but most people can develop enough social prowess to be successful in the professional world.
 
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Ssp said:
More background: I graduated with a GPA of close to 4.0 but am inept in the field.
symbolipoint said:
May I be bold enough to say, that makes no sense?
Ssp said:
You can also be skeptical as much as you want about my GPA. But it's the truth take it or leave it, I don't care.

There is only one way to get such high grades and not learn the material.

Since your posts in this thread border on trolling, the thread is now closed. Thank you everybody for trying to help out the OP (if their posts were serious).
 
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