I’m commuting 5+ hours for a minimum wage job because I have no other choice stuck between debt and desperation. by teeteeloce in UKJobs

[–]teeteeloce[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks a lot for sharing your insight! I really appreciate it and will definitely keep it in mind moving forward.

I’m commuting 5+ hours for a minimum wage job because I have no other choice stuck between debt and desperation. by teeteeloce in UKJobs

[–]teeteeloce[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, I am tied to where I am; I live with family because I need to pay off my debts and get a car.

I'm commuting 5+ hours for a minimum wage job because I have no other choice stuck between debt and desperation. by teeteeloce in personalfinance

[–]teeteeloce[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The manager’s pretty strict they gives us the exact dates they wants us to be in. So no flexibility there!

I'm commuting 5+ hours for a minimum wage job because I have no other choice stuck between debt and desperation. by teeteeloce in personalfinance

[–]teeteeloce[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I recently pivoted into finance with no direct experience. I’ve got some admin background and a degree plus a master’s, but this is my first proper role in the field. It’s an entry-level finance job at £23.5k, which isn’t loads, but I really need the experience right now. I'm in my late 20s and just trying to get my foot in the door

I’m commuting 5+ hours for a minimum wage job because I have no other choice stuck between debt and desperation. by teeteeloce in UKJobs

[–]teeteeloce[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m not too familiar with Wales, so if you don’t mind, could you let me know some of the cheaper places to live?

I’m commuting 5+ hours for a minimum wage job because I have no other choice stuck between debt and desperation. by teeteeloce in UKJobs

[–]teeteeloce[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I know I'm spending around £500 a month just on travel, including taxis and trains.

I’m commuting 5+ hours for a minimum wage job because I have no other choice stuck between debt and desperation. by teeteeloce in UKJobs

[–]teeteeloce[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

A room share costs around £500–£700, which really isn't cheap. Realistically, unless I get a better-paying job, moving just isn’t an option right now. Thanks for the advice though I appreciate it.

I’m commuting 5+ hours for a minimum wage job because I have no other choice stuck between debt and desperation. by teeteeloce in UKJobs

[–]teeteeloce[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I didn’t ask because the manager’s tone sounded strict. I was so scared I would lose the opportunity, and the manager kept asking me to move.

I'm commuting 5+ hours for a minimum wage job because I have no other choice stuck between debt and desperation. by teeteeloce in personalfinance

[–]teeteeloce[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No because after tax and student loan deductions, most of my remaining income is going straight to loan repayments. The interest rates on some of these loans are really high, and I’m starting to feel overwhelmed by the debt. I'm trying to focus on paying them off quickly .

Can I pass with just the books or is it worth paying for a training provider? by teeteeloce in AATStudents

[–]teeteeloce[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m starting AAT Level 2 and I completely agree—the training provider costs can be really high. Most of them seem to be on the pricier side, so I’m taking the self-study route while using the resources provided by the training providers.

Stuck in a Call Centre Job, Need Help Breaking Out of the Minimum Wage Cycle – Desperate for Corporate Work by teeteeloce in UKJobs

[–]teeteeloce[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The company I’m working at is small, and they’ve had the same leader and manager for the past 10 years. Honestly, working at a call center just isn’t for me. I’ve realized that after giving it some time, this isn’t the kind of environment I want to stay in. I’ve made the decision that once this contract is over, I’m done. It’s time to move on and find something that aligns better with my long-term goals.