TimeToDoThatThing t1_j2ui3ci wrote on January 4, 2023 at 1:02 AM

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Sounds like you’re doing local work and getting paid local rates.

If you’re able to learn a skill that would be considered a typical office type of job, you could look for remote companies who pay higher rates than those in your area.

Does any office job interest you?

BurrStreetX t1_j2uifb9 wrote on January 4, 2023 at 1:05 AM

I do work an office job at the moment, and work from home.

I suppose I could branch out to see if places are hiring in other states, and hiring remotely, but most of the time they prorate the pay to the COL of the area you live in, IIRC.

I do want to learn something new and get into the tech field, but sadly, that costs money and a good chunk of time.

I am also afraid of change.

Edit: Also people dont downvote him, this was a good convo

TimeToDoThatThing t1_j2wq2u7 wrote on January 4, 2023 at 2:07 PM

> I am also afraid of change.

Me too. Me too. It’s wild how powerful that fear can be.

The good news is that the tech field is full of free and low cost learning opportunities. You can dip your toe into a topic by just watching a few YouTube videos about it.

If you find it interesting, a full in-depth course can be found on sites like udemy for like $20. I’ve taken several of those course and they were well worth the money.

Good luck on your journey!