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Is there such a thing as a dead-end job? It all depends on how you define dead-end. If you define dead-end as no opportunity for advancement, then you would have to say "yes." However, in my estimation any job that will support you in taking care of you and your family, that is not illegal or immoral, can be honorable work not "dead-end."
In a society that places so much significance in title and large salary, people have been duped into thinking that is what is needed to be happy. Of course, you know that is not true. Although you do need enough to pay your bills and take care of your daily needs, you certainly do not need to be rich.
Service-related jobs can range from low-end to high-end pay rate depending on where you live and the nature of the service. During this pandemic, jobs in your particular field may be hard to find. If you are not benefiting from unemployment or you have used up your stimulas check, then you might be looking at a service-related job as a source of income.
Cashiers, servers, mechanics, and the list can go on and on are honorable jobs. In fact, during the pandemic they are essential jobs that some people will not do. Service-related jobs make up a huge part of the economic framework in any country.
In my particular area of the country, there are many service-related jobs. The signs are always going up for "help wanted." If you aren't making ends meet, then give this serious thought.
It could be time for you to switch your channel of thinking at this time. Waiting for the right job in your field may not come up for a long time. That so called "dead-end" job just might be the thing that will keep you afloat.
And, who knows...you might actually enjoy the job!
(If you are interested in starting a small cleaning account, my book "How to Start a Cleaning Business on a Poor Man's Budget" has some great tips.)
