Posted by fredtcat on July 24, 2007, at 9:58:35
In reply to Re: What Jobs do BiPolar's do well in?, posted by Ambassador B on May 2, 2004, at 13:37:24
> Motivated BP's will almost certainly succeed in any endeavor they choose to pursue.
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> Motivated BP's will also almost certainly either quit in a fit of frustration and rage or get fired from any endeavor they choose to pursue.
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> So rejoice, for Destiny has elected you to experience a rich diversity of employment opportunites that most others can't imagine!However it makes it a real pain to write a resume or job application that requires you to input _all_ your work experience. ;)
Personally, I drive a truck and I'm BP type II. It's pretty much the norm in the industry to change companies often (although it's getting a lot harder to do so nowdays) and to be upset/verbally abusive with your boss (and there's plenty of things to get angry about -- I just had a verbal fight with mine last friday and by Monday it's as if nothing ever happened -- of course it's probably on my report, but oh well.). You basically set your own hours, eating and sleep schedule (if you're in a good company with plenty of work), and as long as the load gets there on time and you don't get into a wreck, you're good.
However, there's plenty of drug tests, background checks, etc; so some of that can be a little hard to explain.
Also, I find that it's almost impossible to find person to person contact some days, and if you have a family, be prepared to lose them because you will never see them (I'm home about 4 days a month, every other week. Most drivers are out longer than that), and getting home to see the doctor is a chore requiring some serious scheduling (like trying to see all your doctors in the same day on the weekend).
Another downside is that there's absolutely NO creativity in this job, which can lead me to frusteration some times (someday I'll learn to draw or paint to keep me occupied).
Anyway, this is really a good question. I have often wondered what I should do if I quit trucking for good. I would really like to hear what others have done that worked out well or not so well for them.
Thanks!
poster:fredtcat
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