Twoply 0 #1 January 3, 2008 I'm currently a carpenter but I want a job with a little more prestige and respect so I can feel like I've done something with my building talent. Is it egotistical to want something like this? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shermanator 4 #2 January 3, 2008 you just have to come to terms that you are bottem of the barrol. no, it is not egotistical. It just means you want something that will challenge you more, nothing wrong with that. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #3 January 3, 2008 Nope, not egotistical, you're just bored with your job. Do you have any ideas on what you would like to do? Even if you don't have a specific idea, do you have a general concept of some kind of job you'd like to do? You know what I think a good job would be? Tow truck driver. Those guys can make a killing!--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #4 January 3, 2008 I don't think so. Nothing wrong with being all you can be. I wish I still had the drive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannydan 5 #5 January 3, 2008 I agree Sherm... I did almost 26 years in the construction trades 16 as a plasterer and 12 of those owning my own small company, so I know how you feel painted a$$ guy! I have been away from it for almost three years and still haven't fig out whats next!! Therefore I am semi retired!!!two more years until the baby grads high school and I will be selling EVERYTHING and buying a motorhome to hit the dz circut.... Then I'll see if I can be of any worth somewhere! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #6 January 3, 2008 If you're happy being a carpenter, but think it's not 'prestegious' enough, then that is a bad. Be happy with what you do. If you don't like being a carpenter - then by all means go find something that does make you happy. FYI, i have mucho respect for carpenters. It's amazing to see what they can do. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannydan 5 #7 January 3, 2008 Quote FYI, i have mucho respect for carpenters. It's amazing to see what they can do. me too! as long as they "measure twice and cut once"... I have fixed many a crooked wall with my trowl!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grannyinthesky 0 #8 January 3, 2008 QuoteI'm currently a carpenter but I want a job with a little more prestige and respect so I can feel like I've done something with my building talent. Is it egotistical to want something like this? No, it is definitely not egotistical. If you like the line of work in general, you might look at teh field of construction managemnet. There are some good programs out there in this area."safety first... and What the hell..... safety second, Too!!! " ~~jmy POPS #10490 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #9 January 3, 2008 What type of work do you do; furniture, cabinetry, Production homes, Custom Homes? Maybe you just need to stay in carpentry but change what line you do. It's an honorable business.She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHusband 0 #10 January 3, 2008 try working you way into high end finish work. "Your scrotum is quite nice" - Skymama www.kjandmegan.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shermanator 4 #11 January 3, 2008 Quote FYI, i have mucho respect for carpenters. It's amazing to see what they can do. I know!!!! like the carpenter in the movie 'Overboard' .. he makes the closet with the shoe rack that rolls around... but then again.. he made it of Oak, and everyone knows that closets are made of ceadar or the moths will get to the clothes!CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tweak 0 #12 January 3, 2008 I don't think so. You've got skills and are proud of your work (as you should be). There's nothing wrong with sharing your talent with the world! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickjump1 0 #13 January 3, 2008 QuoteI'm currently a carpenter but I want a job with a little more prestige and respect so I can feel like I've done something with my building talent. Is it egotistical to want something like this?Ever thought of becoming a builder? Be happy you can make a living building something with your own two hands. You are gifted. Wish I was.Do your part for global warming: ban beans and hold all popcorn farts. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davelepka 4 #14 January 3, 2008 Nothing you'll ever do will wash away the stench of pig slop and chicken shit. You'll always be the son of a Carolina pig farmer. Now squeal like a pig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
docdialtone 0 #15 January 3, 2008 You could always practice more and become a GOOD carpenter! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #16 January 3, 2008 Yes that is egotistical. I cut grass and shovel snow for a living. My artwork only lasts a few days. If someone says i never did anything with my life, I'll say" What about all those skydives?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #17 January 3, 2008 I read a study once that said, among other things, that garbage men were more satisfied at the end of the day with their job than most college professors. I'm proud of my job, yet many around me aren't satisfied unless they climb the ladder into management. I've refused so far. Many very successful people are from the blue collar trades. Are you self supporting and happy. Do you have money in the bank and some investments for the future? Do you have a certain amount of security in you job? Most of these things don't depend on what your occupation is, but what you make of your occupation and your earnings. Work your way up, run a crew, start a remodeling company, there are many ways to succeed from where you are. No matter how much I make, I make sure I live within my means. That lets me enjoy life. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #18 January 3, 2008 For everything else, there's Master Card. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #20 January 3, 2008 I think you would have a magnificent future in the clergy. "No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshDeBash 0 #21 January 3, 2008 Why not become a Lion Tamer! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mamajumps 0 #22 January 3, 2008 Absolutely not! Its always a good thing to want more out of life, especially if you have unutilized talents. Complacency is not a good thing. I always push myself 1 step further! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Royd 0 #23 January 3, 2008 You could always get a job behind a desk where you do nothing but post whore on this site all day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #24 January 3, 2008 It would be egotistical if you thought you were the best carpenter in the world. However wanting more is something totally differentDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Royd 0 #25 January 3, 2008 FYI, i have mucho respect for carpenters. It's amazing to see what they can do. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quoteme too! as long as they "measure twice and cut once"... I have fixed many a crooked wall with my trowl!!! Nowadays, they hope that the painter can do it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
