Thank goodness I learned some trades starting at a young age. My trade knowledge put me through college with a science degree, a good one. After working a couple decent jobs I learned that if I wanted to break out of entry level pay with my science degree I needed a Masters. I was burnt out on college and decided I would take some time and do small handyman type work. That led me into now owning and operating an excavation business which I thoroughly enjoy. I use skills from every trade I learned and incorporate my degree skills as well. These particular set of skills has allowed me to be a specialist in my field which distinguishes me from competition. Best of all, I get to work outside in new places and see some amazing country. I assist people building their dreams and get to be a part of it. I also enjoy the challenges and rewards of my risk taking. I get to teach my children all the life skills that I had to learn mostly on my own and we get to home school our children and live together as a family. Life may throw curve balls at you but in the end it typically works out pretty well if you have drive and are willing to take risks and learn lessons from failing. Find things you enjoy and nail down what you enjoy about them and then create opportunities with those goals in mind.