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Which job to take to develop business skills?

by lplvlsl
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Hi, guys! I want to ask you a question.
I am determined to build a business, this is my main passion and goal in life, but currently I don't have experience/resources to do this. I don't have a job right now and I need to find a way to make money short-term to pay the bills.

And I don't wanna to waste my time on the job that doesn't move me towards my goal. I'm looking for a job that will improve my business-related skills, as much and as fast as possible.

I can learn fast, and I'm willing to work hard and a lot, and I don't need much money, but it's crucial for me to find the job that will move me towards my goal in the most optimal way.

I have a couple of months to find it, then I'll run out of cash)

Can you give me advise - what job could be the best for me? What is the best thing for me to do in this situation?

Criteria for the job:
> Best way to get good at business.
> Doesn't require skill that takes too long to build(I want to learn on the job)
> Maybe somehow connected to computers/web/software development - that's what I'm kinda good at, and this is something I can learn fast. (but I'm not a professional yet)
> $750/month.
#business #develop #job #skills
  • Profile picture of the author Aaron Doud
    Honest answer is small retail or fast food. These are the fastest jobs to get you into management.

    I had my first job at 19 (almost 20 actually) at walmart. I left there after two years and worked as an Assistant Manager for Hollywood Video. 3 Months later I was a store manager and 1 month after that I was over seeing 2 stores officially and a 3rd unofficial. So in 2 1/2 years I was a multi-unit manager in retail without college (don't let people tell you that you need it) and never haven't worked before I was 19.

    The key is to get into a position where you are managing so you learn how to run a business. Small retail that is focused on selling will also help you develop sales skills.
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  • Profile picture of the author Odahh
    from what i understand the only way to get good at business is to be in business.

    it really can not be answered .. you have to identify the skill you want to build before you pick a job .. or pick a business you want to get in and see if you can find a job ..

    for me if i wasn't taking care of my parents ..considering my long term goals the jobs i would get would be far different than you ..

    what you need to do now will come more into focus if you have a real good idea what you want to do for a business ..otherwise spend the next few years working several part time jobs based on what you think you can learn in each and avoid getting into debt and save money untill you figure out what you want to start .

    running out of money having no money to start ..is a terrible place to be ..trust me on that it hurts ..
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    • Profile picture of the author Coup
      Dude, start providing services. Build websites for people. That's how I got started in all this. Needed cash at the time and that was the most obvious tangible thing that I could sell that was actually easy to sell, especially because I am a people person so it was pretty easy to get clients by just networking and chatting with people (networking groups, business acquaintances). This is best done locally in your city, too hard to do this online quickly.

      Just install WordPress, get good at installing themes (ThemeForest) for example.

      I did that for 4 years independently while side-hustling and building up my niche websites. I now don't do services/websites any more cause my passive income is finally where I need it to be. But providing a valuable service will do ya for now.

      Other people might also write articles for others, but there is more $ in building websites for real people that you meet IRL
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  • Profile picture of the author rodsav
    I was fortunate to find a gentleman that was looking for a business partner about 13 years ago. He had a franchise business and needed a working partner. I invested $20,000 and eventually bought my business partner out. I sold the business for $180,000 when the economy collapsed.
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  • Profile picture of the author J R Salem
    I will say the one things working against in a situation like this is desperation.

    While it can sometimes force you to take action and get results, other times it can force you to take the wrong action and make decisions you know aren't right.

    Some of the ideas like the food business are good, but there is enough knowledge on this forum where you may find some other areas to focus on that are more aligned with your goals.
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  • Profile picture of the author Igor Fridrihs
    Become a manager and rule your department. You can learn a lot.
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