Is it normal that i am afraid to have a job?

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Let me start off by saying, by no means am I lazy! When I do housework, I kick ass until I get it all done. And I love the accomplished feeling I get. And I have actually had a job before. But it was simple. In high school, I mentored younger kids, and helped them with homework if necessary. (And yes, it was a job. The school has a certain program for kids who need a little extra help, and the mentors did get a check in the mail every two weeks.)
But lately, I've been feeling afraid to have a job. I would love to return to my mentoring job with the kids, but I can't because I am no longer in high school, as it was open to high schoolers only.
As I said before, I am not lazy. I would love to work somewhere, and I have the motivation, for sure. I can follow directions easily, and I learn rather quickly. What I am really afraid of is that I won't be good at the job I get hired to do. I know people with a lot less intelligence and drive than I, that have steady jobs. And I know I am smarter than the average bear, but I'm just afraid I'll be a terrible worker!
Is it normal? Anyone else afraid of this?

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  • Shackleford96
    11 years ago

    Don't worry about it, just do it. You'll be great, I can tell.

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  • drumandpickchick
    11 years ago

    Cleaning the house is different than having a 8-10 Monday-Sunday job. I would much rather be cleaning the house then kissing customer's asses. Cleaning the house gives you an accomplished feeling because you evenutally get done. A regular job is never done. Nowdays you work until you die or die working. Hell, you put working before cleaning the house. I started my own business because I got tired of putting my life and my house and husband on the backburner. Having a job is very important. Just make sure you keep your priorities straight and take care of yourself. Putting in an honest day of work doesn't mean diddly-shit to most managers and owners anymore. As long as you're making them money 'round the clock, your not as expendable as they make you feel. Good luck in the future, you'll do great! It's a scary world out there and the job market is an absolute joke. Don't put yourself down because of bad job interviews or getting turned down for a job you really want. It will come to you! And whatever it is you'll be doing, you're supposed to be there at that time. Everything happens for a reason!

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  • [Old Memory]
    11 years ago

    Tbh I think if they had the option to not work then everyone would take it. Buit if you enjoyed your mentoring job then lookin into being a support worker, sounds like it's the career you want.

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  • [Old Memory]
    11 years ago

    Aww don't worry ! Yoo will be fine (: everyone feels like that at some point but just go for it & think of the money & the confidence yoo might build (: x

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  • Avant-Garde
    11 years ago

    I'm scared to get one too. I've never had a job before so there's not much experience on things to expect. I'm terrified of people and I find my country's currency to be confusing. I'm not very good at small talk, the list goes on. I originally was thinking about working at starbucks or apple, but I lack the skills for it. Then, I was thinking of getting a job at BMOA, but it's in the city:/ everything is currently out of my grasp so now I'm just trying to focus on my art.

    Your situation is normal. If you can't work for your HS anymore, than perhaps you could get a tutoring job elsewhere?

    Good Luck:)

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  • NeuroNeptunian
    11 years ago

    You're over-thinking it.
    I was there two years ago when I started working my first job. I could have sworn that I would fail hard but I did good, got a lot of hours, and found a better job when the contract ended. It's scary to go and put yourself out there because you have to risk failure, but that's a risk you have to take for anything in life that is even somewhat worth your effort.

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  • dappled
    11 years ago

    I'd been out of work for a while before I got my present job and my confidence was shot. I was amazed when they gave it me. On my first day, at the front door, I almost turned around and walked away, thinking I couldn't do this. I've messed up a couple of times (everyone does) but I'm so glad I took the chance.

    I remember what it feels like to be scared to take that step, but I also know how rewarding it is after you have done. Hope you find that too.

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