I started plumbing at 37. Being older was actually a plus because I showed up on time and did not party through the week. The pay cut at first was the hard part.
Is it too late to start a trade at 35?
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I am 35 and tired of office work. Starting over as an apprentice sounds scary because I would be older than most people starting out. Has anyone changed careers into trades later?
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Replies are encouraging. Many say 35 is not too late, especially if the person is reliable, sober, punctual, and willing to learn from younger journeypeople without ego.
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The only problem is ego. You may have a 25-year-old journeyman correcting you. If you can handle that, 35 is not too late.
Budget before you jump. Apprenticeship wages may feel low compared with office work, but after a few years the path can open up.
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