Going Back To School!

[mj_0360]

So, I went and signed up for 10 credits at my local community college. I have been a restaurant manager for a couple of years now and I think that working 56 hrs a week in a corporate restaurant franchise just isnt for me. Im going to get an associates of applied science, networking degree in 2 years if everything goes as planned. School starts in mid-august and I havent told my boss that I plan on quitting yet so this should be an interesting summer. If they really piss me off, Im out. Im going to go get a job as a server at another restaurant working around 30ish hrs a week and the funny part is that I will probaly make more money working half the hrs! My soon to be wife and family are all very supportive so I should have no problem being successful in my new career efforts.

[chrisotpherm]

Congrats MJ. These stories are some of my favorites. Love to read stories of folks bettering their way of life.

[Mattingly]

Nice mj!! I know you will kick ass brotha!

[mj_0360]

Thanks guys! Im going to use the new found work ethic and dedication that I have discovered within myself over the past few years and focus them on school, I think that the sky is the limit. The best part is that I wont have to work the damn graveyard shift any longer, that is for the birds.

[SisterSteel]

Wish you luck on your new journey. Having your family's support will definitely help you in your endeavors.

[ordawg1]

Best of luck-is a great move IMO-OD

[mj_0360]

my vacation officially ends tomorrow and I am dreading going back to work!! I need to go out and start looking for a new job asap so I can go ahead and get this show on the road.

[babablacksheep]

Good for you bro

[mj_0360]

Went looking for jobs today and I have a few good leads. I'm ready for a change.

[lileight]

Good news bro. Good luck

[babablacksheep]

Awesome....I'm sure it will all play out in your favor bro

[mj_0360]

Just an update- I talked to my boss and explained that I was going to give my 2 weeks to switch jobs and go back to school. She was understanding and agreed that it was a good decision to go back to college, my phone rang the next day and she told me that they really wanted me to stay and they were willing to work with my schedule so that I can stay and take class. Also, I got a $120/week raise. So now I am enrolled in 4 credits starting next month. I am super excited about the entire situation!

[NTL]

Good of them to work with you.I'm sure the extra cash will come in handy with the cost of school today.

[mj_0360]

Good of them to work with you.I'm sure the extra cash will come in handy with the cost of school today.

No shit bro. It cost $540 for 4 credits at the local community college, I guess it could be worse...