How old is too old to change your career?

comment by Diafol Coch 77 (U2462)
posted 21 minutes ago
comment by rossobianchi (U17054)
posted 43 seconds ago
comment by Diafol Coch 77 (U2462)
posted 9 minutes ago
comment by Don Draper's dandruff (U20155)
posted 11 minutes ago
comment by Diafol Coch 77 (U2462)
posted 6 minutes ago
I've just asked ChatGPT to generate a month's worth of social media posts for work! Happy days!
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couldn't you have asked it to do a month of your posts on here instead?
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Only I could produce that quality Don! Not some machine.
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Hmmm, that’s exactly what a machine instructed to pretend it was a Diafol would say.

Interesting.
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There's always that risk Rosso. Always that risk!

A machine did produce this though:

Lack of comfort with the ball at his feet: De Gea has often been criticized for his limited ability to distribute the ball accurately and confidently with his feet. Playing out from the back requires a goalkeeper who is comfortable receiving back-passes under pressure and making quick, precise passes to initiate attacking moves. De Gea's weaknesses in this aspect of his game could potentially hinder a team's ability to build play from the back.

Increased risk of turnovers: With a goalkeeper who struggles to play the ball out from the back, there is a higher likelihood of turnovers in dangerous areas. If De Gea is put under pressure and is unable to distribute the ball effectively, it could lead to turnovers, interceptions, or even conceding goals. This risk may be particularly significant against high-pressing teams that thrive on forcing mistakes.

Potential disruption to the team's playing style: If a manager wants to implement a specific style of play that heavily relies on playing out from the back, having a goalkeeper who is not proficient with his feet could disrupt the team's overall strategy. The team may need to adapt its approach to accommodate De Gea's limitations, which could compromise the desired style of play or require other players to take on additional responsibilities.

Evolution of the modern game: Modern football has seen an increasing emphasis on goalkeepers who are adept at playing with their feet. Many top clubs prioritize goalkeepers who can act as a "sweeper-keeper" and actively participate in the team's build-up play. As the game continues to evolve, having a goalkeeper who is not as comfortable with the ball at his feet could become a significant disadvantage in terms of tactical flexibility and adapting to evolving trends.

Competing alternatives: In recent years, Manchester United has had other goalkeepers who are perceived to be more comfortable with the ball at their feet. Dean Henderson, for example, has shown better distribution skills and has been touted as a potential long-term replacement for De Gea. If the manager's preferred style of play demands a goalkeeper with superior ball-playing abilities, the presence of alternative options may lead to a reconsideration of De Gea's role.

It's important to note that these points are subject to individual opinions and may not necessarily reflect the views of all football fans or experts. Ultimately, the suitability of a goalkeeper for a particular playing style is a matter for the manager and coaching staff to evaluate based on their vision for the team and the specific abilities of the players involved.
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Quite coherent for Hafi that.

depends on your career. Maguire gave up being a footballer in his mid 20s

At 40 it is still worthwhile and time flies. If you don't, two years from now you will ask yourself the same question when you could already be two years into another degree.

Its never too late to change your career and you should always do something you enjoy.

I would say though that if you are going to enter in to a professional services career, like law, when you complete your degree you'll be at grad level and, in the main, competing with early 20 somethings for jobs. Plus, don't forget that in law you also need to get qualified after your degree, which adds on a couple more years. Most people by the time they are 45 are in senior partner level positions so if you do make the move, it may not be the best financially.

comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 7 hours, 57 minutes ago
Depends what industry you want to get into, mate.

Marketing is a waste of time for over 40s unless you’ve worked yourself into a senior position… it’s a disgrace really.
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That's cos only young folk spend their money so marketing need to understand them. Over 40 folk are saving for early retirement to escape their working imprisonment.

comment by Admin1 (U1)
posted 6 hours, 48 minutes ago

I've watched numerous start-ups blow £10m plus on work shy Devs who have specialised in giving the illusion of working but doing as close to nothing that you might as well round it down to that. I think that will become a thing of the past.
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Hawl, that's my career you just rubbished!

comment by Silver (U6112)
posted 4 seconds ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 7 hours, 57 minutes ago
Depends what industry you want to get into, mate.

Marketing is a waste of time for over 40s unless you’ve worked yourself into a senior position… it’s a disgrace really.
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That's cos only young folk spend their money so marketing need to understand them. Over 40 folk are saving for early retirement to escape their working imprisonment.
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Young folk don't spend their money because they don't have any. They spend the bank's money maybe. Old people don't spend money other than hoarding houses to stop young people from being able to afford them. Also buying 37mph cars. Always 37. Constantly. Motorway? 37mph. 20mph residential road? 37mph.

Never be afraid to change your career if the one you have depresses you or you see a new challenge you want to take.

My work has been pretty varied:

While at school:
General dogsbody (kitchen/waiting-on/cook) at Little Chef
Petrol pump attendant

On leave from Merchant Navy Deck Officer training:
Labourer laying hard tennis courts
Petrol pump attendant
Barman
Deckhand on crab-fishing boat

Merchant Navy career:
Deck Cadet – Shell Tankers UK Ltd
3rd Officer – Shell Tankers UK Ltd
2nd Officer – Indo-China Steam Navigation Co.
Chief Officer - Indo-China Steam Navigation Co.

Post Merchant Navy career:
Publican
Financial Adviser
Computer Programmer - Civil Service
Computer Programmer – Airtours
Computer Programmer – Library Services
Computer Programmer – Tasmanian Govt, Australia
Development Quality Controller – Tasmanian Tote, Australia
Computer Analyst/Programmer – EDS/MOD
Restaurant/Bar Owner – Goa, India

Then it all went titsup and it was cleaning and warehouse work in the Banbury area (through agencies) for the last couple of years.

Last Halloween I became an OAP, so with my State Pension and two small pensions from the previous jobs I can live comfortably as long as I am sensible.
But I have been sensible for long enough!

comment by Silver (U6112)
posted 1 day, 1 hour ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 7 hours, 57 minutes ago
Depends what industry you want to get into, mate.

Marketing is a waste of time for over 40s unless you’ve worked yourself into a senior position… it’s a disgrace really.
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That's cos only young folk spend their money so marketing need to understand them. Over 40 folk are saving for early retirement to escape their working imprisonment.
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I can’t work out if you’re being serious

Since this thread I've been using AI to write my adverts and although I have to make the odd adjustment it's fvcking brilliant.

My resourcer isn't too keen on it, as it'll likely have her out of a job soon enough but I'm surprised at how good it is.