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Samara
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Whats the best place to work at for a 16 year old who just got a car and wants to move out early. And I also want to like the job a little bit
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Jill Barrientos
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Samara!
Congratulations on your first car!
I want to provide some insights as to adult hood when you move out too early.
If your current situation is bearable. Meaning you still have a family (sometimes annoying family) who at the end does loves you and cares for you. That also wants the best for you. Even if sometimes you get frustrated because they might be controling, or don't understand you. I would like to advise on the financial aspect of moving out too early. Without a clear path to financial stability. For example. Think about the long term. What kind of life do you aspire to have?
Do you want to live check by check, with roommates until you are way pass the age of roomamates ? When you move out you are 100% responsible for all expenses, wellbeing. If you can work and stay home I would try that route as much as possible.
If you are in a precarious abusive situation that is affecting your wellbeing I would recommend speaking with a professional at your school and ask for their advise on different programs.
Also, remember a car, is not an asset. It is an expense. And you are going to spend most of your earned dollars on these kind of expenses... Make sure it makes sense financially.
Congratulations on your first car!
I want to provide some insights as to adult hood when you move out too early.
If your current situation is bearable. Meaning you still have a family (sometimes annoying family) who at the end does loves you and cares for you. That also wants the best for you. Even if sometimes you get frustrated because they might be controling, or don't understand you. I would like to advise on the financial aspect of moving out too early. Without a clear path to financial stability. For example. Think about the long term. What kind of life do you aspire to have?
Do you want to live check by check, with roommates until you are way pass the age of roomamates ? When you move out you are 100% responsible for all expenses, wellbeing. If you can work and stay home I would try that route as much as possible.
If you are in a precarious abusive situation that is affecting your wellbeing I would recommend speaking with a professional at your school and ask for their advise on different programs.
Also, remember a car, is not an asset. It is an expense. And you are going to spend most of your earned dollars on these kind of expenses... Make sure it makes sense financially.
Kim Igleheart
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Samara,
Joan gave you some good answers. I am going to touch on something you stated in your question - wanting to move out early. True independence is a dream of many teens. I wanted it. As an adult, looking back, adulthood lasts for a long time. Having to be totally responsible for bills, decisions, etc, for some 60+ years gets old after a while! lol!
That is to say. . . I do not know your situation. If it is tolerable, it may not be a bad idea to take advantage of what is provided for you, so you can save up some money, and have some cash reserves. Cars need maintenance and repairs. It happens. and other things come up too! And, if your current caretakers are willing to help you with college, you might even think of staying another couple years after you graduate and go to a junior college for a 2-year degree. There are sometimes resources available to us while we are still "dependents" that quickly disappear when we sprout our own wings.
And, if your current situation is not tolerable, I encourage you to discuss this with the school counselor or other trusted adult. You should not have to feel like you are all alone as you go out into the world!
Hoping for the best for you!
Kim
Joan gave you some good answers. I am going to touch on something you stated in your question - wanting to move out early. True independence is a dream of many teens. I wanted it. As an adult, looking back, adulthood lasts for a long time. Having to be totally responsible for bills, decisions, etc, for some 60+ years gets old after a while! lol!
That is to say. . . I do not know your situation. If it is tolerable, it may not be a bad idea to take advantage of what is provided for you, so you can save up some money, and have some cash reserves. Cars need maintenance and repairs. It happens. and other things come up too! And, if your current caretakers are willing to help you with college, you might even think of staying another couple years after you graduate and go to a junior college for a 2-year degree. There are sometimes resources available to us while we are still "dependents" that quickly disappear when we sprout our own wings.
And, if your current situation is not tolerable, I encourage you to discuss this with the school counselor or other trusted adult. You should not have to feel like you are all alone as you go out into the world!
Hoping for the best for you!
Kim
Joan Shea
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Hey Samara,
Kudos on your first car! It's fantastic that you're taking steps towards financial independence by considering a job.
There's a wide array of jobs that welcome 16-year-olds. The most popular sectors that employ young people like you are food service, retail, and hospitality.
Here are a few job ideas you might want to explore:
1. Ice Cream Scooper: Join an ice cream shop team where you'll serve customers their chosen ice cream size, handle cash transactions, and learn about food preparation and safety. The average annual income for this role is approximately $21,461.
2. Fast-Food Attendant: In this role, you'll interact with customers, manage cash transactions, maintain cleanliness, and possibly help with food preparation. The average yearly salary for this job is around $24,115.
3. Ride Operator: Working at a stationary or mobile amusement park, you'll ensure the safety of ride-goers. The average annual income for this role is roughly $25,424.
4. Bakery Clerk: As a bakery clerk, you'll support bakers and other bakery staff, handle customer payments, arrange baked goods displays, and maintain store cleanliness. The average annual salary for this role is about $26,835.
5. Car Wash Attendant: Your job will be to clean cars and offer top-notch customer service to drivers. The specific tasks may vary depending on the car wash facility's setup. The average annual income for this role is approximately $27,208.
For more job ideas, you can visit Indeed.com's list of jobs that hire 16-year-olds.
Best of luck on your job hunt!
Kudos on your first car! It's fantastic that you're taking steps towards financial independence by considering a job.
There's a wide array of jobs that welcome 16-year-olds. The most popular sectors that employ young people like you are food service, retail, and hospitality.
Here are a few job ideas you might want to explore:
1. Ice Cream Scooper: Join an ice cream shop team where you'll serve customers their chosen ice cream size, handle cash transactions, and learn about food preparation and safety. The average annual income for this role is approximately $21,461.
2. Fast-Food Attendant: In this role, you'll interact with customers, manage cash transactions, maintain cleanliness, and possibly help with food preparation. The average yearly salary for this job is around $24,115.
3. Ride Operator: Working at a stationary or mobile amusement park, you'll ensure the safety of ride-goers. The average annual income for this role is roughly $25,424.
4. Bakery Clerk: As a bakery clerk, you'll support bakers and other bakery staff, handle customer payments, arrange baked goods displays, and maintain store cleanliness. The average annual salary for this role is about $26,835.
5. Car Wash Attendant: Your job will be to clean cars and offer top-notch customer service to drivers. The specific tasks may vary depending on the car wash facility's setup. The average annual income for this role is approximately $27,208.
For more job ideas, you can visit Indeed.com's list of jobs that hire 16-year-olds.
Best of luck on your job hunt!