What to do without education. How to live without education. Is there life without higher education? How to live without higher education

Education issues are very sensitive and difficult issues. On the one hand, who are we without knowledge, without a school diploma and a diploma of secondary or higher education? From an early age we are taught the hyper-importance of education, otherwise we will not be able to achieve anything. Then, when we have our own children, we, as a whole, follow the same guidelines. We try to give our children an education, often at any cost, sometimes at the cost of a happy childhood. On the other hand, only a blind person does not see how lame our education is at all its levels, how childhood curiosity and craving for new things disappear irrevocably, how the gap between the long-awaited diploma and real life grows, because modern realities are changing too quickly for educational institutions.

Some solve this issue radically. And we are not talking about homeschooling, but rather about learning from life itself. This point of view also has a right to exist, because what is the main goal of education? In my opinion, to give knowledge, and you can receive it not only while sitting at your desk. Here is one opinion.

Education or freedom?

Do you want me to blow up another template now?

Meet Karina - a sunny, cheerful, beautiful and open girl living on the island. Nusa Penida for two years now (an island located about 12 km southeast of the Indonesian island of Bali. - Note ed.). Karina is 12 years old. Two years ago, while traveling with my family in Asia, they arrived on a beautiful island for a couple of days and... could not leave. Now they have the most famous and, perhaps, the only guest house on the island, “Nusa Garden,” where all tourists who come to enjoy the lush beauties of the island stay.

Karina has not been going to school for two years and is not even studying remotely. Instead of breaking her psyche, raping her brain and losing her freedom thanks to traditional education, she solves organizational issues in the guest house on equal terms with adults, communicates with tourists in English, with locals in Bahasa, and drives a bike much more boldly than me , is an excellent photographer and plans to start her own blog. She is literally imbued with the sun, the sea and the spirit of freedom, and it is difficult for me to imagine her in the stereotyped reality of children of her age, although my imagination is such that I envy myself.

I looked at this young personification of life outside of dogma, standards and rules, and for some reason I was reminded of my work at Profi.ru.
- My baby is choking! He's suffocating! – A client with whom we couldn’t find one day a week for a tutor to come for 5 minutes was hotly broadcasting into my headset, because an 11-year-old boy has 7 lessons at school 6 days a week, and after that English, sports, music and God knows what else. And he, poor thing, is suffocating. And mom knows that he is suffocating. But one more tutor is needed, he is desperately needed, because the beloved child has a B instead of an A, and this is a shame and disgrace!

I then said what was supposed to be said, but only one thought was spinning in my head: “What are you doing, crazy people? What are you doing with your children?!” You can prove to the world around you as much as you like, and to people as magical as me, that you can’t go anywhere without education, but the lives of most people are the best proof that this model of life does not work. Over the course of 30 years, the magic head has seen enough of people with two higher educations and an Advanced level of English who worked as sales managers or salespeople in cell phone stores next to yesterday’s schoolchildren.

I personally know those who dropped out of university in their second or third year and now live the life that diligently studied people, excellent students and medal winners see only on TV.

No, there is no need to en masse take children out of schools and move together to hang out in Asia. To each his own - some people like to flaunt diplomas and awards and be a small cog in a big mechanism. Someone, thanks to the knowledge gained, actually creates an empire and influences the social, economic and political world order. And someone jumps on the waves of a crystal-clear ocean, speaks three languages, drinks coconuts every day, manages a guest house, and at 12 years old thinks more sensibly than big 30-year-old children playing “serious life.”

Draw your own conclusions.

Was this information helpful?

Not really

Well, for me, the question of education (specifically higher education) is always a double-edged sword. Although I myself am studying, in my VERY large family there are many examples of people both with and without education, so I will share my experience of life without education with a couple of examples.
1. My favorite person is grandma. She graduated from school and that’s it... She made up for her lack of education with hard work. After school, she worked on a collective farm and lived in the village, helped raise 2 sisters and a brother, saved up money when she was 25, moved to the city into a small apartment and opened her own small stall at the market. My grandmother was what is called blood and milk, she worked very hard and knew how to earn money. By the age of 50, she had 2 rather large apartments, a shop, a car and a small capital, not that much, but it’s all in the middle of nowhere in an antediluvian town, where there’s really no way to make money anywhere except the factory.
2. Another relative (relatively uncle). 9 classes of education. He doesn’t work anywhere, he’s lazy, incompetent, he sits on his mother’s neck, he gets by (Sometimes!!!) with odd jobs. After school, he didn’t even want to go on prison, saying that he would live like this. Because of idleness, he began to drink a lot and lives like a ragamuffin. I don’t know if he will be able to rehabilitate himself somehow. But the result is the same - life is hard for him.

In general, there is still a lot of history, but the essence is always the same - without education you can live well, and work, and get good money for this work, and not sink into oblivion yourself, only for this you will have to sweat and work. No, you also have to work a lot with higher education, but with it, whatever one may say, there is more room for maneuver, so to speak. But if for some reason you can’t study now, then at least don’t stop working both at work and on yourself, so as not to drown in your own laziness and missed opportunities.
I hope it helped)
Good luck)

I have a secondary education - 11 classes. I work as an artist at a high level, I have a salary above the Moscow average, I don’t deny myself anything, because the level in this matter is important, and not the number of “educations”. By the way, my friend’s brother got a job as a journalist after school. The result is that he travels to different countries with a high salary.

I can tell you about my partner.

He is twenty-three years old, he dropped out of the philology department in his second year, and now, in general, he earns the same amount as graduates of the philology department. For the last year he has had enough to feed himself, me and our cat, as well as pay for my education and his rather expensive creative hobby. There were times during this year when we had no money at all, but I think these are problems of the transition period, and this will not happen in the future. He does not exclude the possibility of education for himself in the future, but hardly language education.

There are some nuances:

Before that, for several years, I earned more than him in not very luxurious jobs.

He has been learning language since the age of twelve and has been quite seriously interested in psychology (which is also important for teaching) since about eighteen. He does both for pleasure, and almost all of his free time consists of activities related to these areas in one way or another.

Personally, I think that he is very talented in language, psychology, and performance.

Conclusion: you can live without higher education, including living a completely intellectually rich life; but any skill that will be in demand and expensive will be developed in a time comparable to that needed to be spent on higher education.

Well, I have an education. And sometimes, when applying for a job, you really want to hide its presence. I am not interested in the degree specialty, but a potential employer has questions about what’s wrong, why not in my field, any problems? No problem. And the specialty is quite decent - an economics teacher.

Many professions require a higher education diploma - for example, being a doctor or an engineer. However, many other fields do not require a degree, and some employers consider experience to be more important than a college degree. By knowing how you can educate yourself and what employers want, you can increase your chances of success without a degree.

Steps

How to decide whether to go to university

Think about possible difficulties. Before you decide whether to go to university or not, you should decide what the disadvantages of higher education are for you. Knowing what you could be missing out on can help you make informed choices. Most often, people refuse higher education for three reasons. Analyze these reasons and decide if they might influence your decision:

• Financial question. You may not have enough money for your studies. Find out if you can get an education for free or find the amount you need.
• Academic requirements. Very high scores are often required for admission. If you do not meet these criteria, look for another school with lower requirements.
• Lack of time. Perhaps you have to work and are unable to attend classes. Many universities offer part-time and distance learning, which allows you to combine study with work.

1. Know the pros and cons of not having a college degree. Higher education has its pros and cons. They are all relative, so most often it all depends on the specific situation. Consider how having or not having an education will affect your life.

   • The advantage of higher education is that good teaching staff will allow you to gain valuable knowledge.
   • The advantage of higher education is that a higher education diploma is required when applying for a job in many places.
   • The advantage of not having a higher education is that you can save a lot of money.
   • The advantage of not having a higher education is that you can get another education on your own.
   • The downside of not having a higher education is that it may be difficult for you to prove the quality of your knowledge without a diploma.
   • The downside of not having a higher education is that when looking for a job, it will be difficult for you to compete with people with higher education.
   • The downside of higher education is that an expensive education will lead to a lot of debt.
   • The disadvantage of higher education is that a higher education diploma does not guarantee a successful career.

2. Be prepared to work hard. Whatever decision you make, be prepared to commit yourself fully to your business. Even if you decide not to go to university, you will need to work hard on yourself. In this case, plan your future and decide how you will go towards your goals.

   Look for any other courses. A lot of knowledge can be gained through courses. Almost all educational centers issue course completion certificates confirming the knowledge acquired. Thanks to the courses, you will be able to get a job without a higher education diploma.

   • A certificate of completion of courses will be useful for your resume when applying for a job.
   • Look for courses in libraries.
   • Some universities offer courses for everyone.
   • Look for courses related to your area of ​​interest in your city.

3. Consider an internship. You can gain the necessary knowledge by completing an internship in any organization. Typically, an internship allows you to gain knowledge and work experience that will be useful in the future.

   • Internships are paid.
   • Look for paid internships in your city.
   • The internship may involve further employment in the company.
   • There is often high competition among intern candidates.
   • Information about internships can be found on job sites.

4. Consider getting a secondary education. There are educational institutions that allow you to obtain a specific working specialty. Education at such institutions is not as expensive as at universities, and most often you can complete the program in two to three years. Consider this option if you're short on money or time. This way you can get an education and master a profession.

   • Secondary specialized education is more affordable financially.
   • Most often, training takes 2–3 years.
   • In an average specialized institution, you can learn the profession of a welder, plumber, cook, and others.

5. Think about military service. Military service can give you skills that will be useful in the future. Military service under a contract provides for a certain salary. Find out if military service is right for your future plans.

   • You will need to gain the knowledge required for the role you are assigned.
   • Find out what benefits military members have.

6. Continue studying after you get a job. Many positions allow employment of candidates without higher education. Often, employers encourage further education and allow you to build a work schedule depending on your study schedule, as well as finance education. This is an excellent opportunity to get an education while maintaining a job.

   • Acquiring new knowledge and skills will help you shine at work.
   • If you have to leave this job, new skills will increase your chances of successful employment.

How to self-promote

1. Focus on your experience. If you're applying for a job but don't meet the educational qualifications, highlight your experience. Experience may be more important to an employer than a diploma. If you demonstrate the skills required for this position, your chances of successful placement will be greater.

A topic that I try to voice at any youth platform where I happen to speak!

I’ll start from afar, but is it even necessary in Russia?

So let's get the facts straight!

1) We live in Russia

2) It is relatively easy to get higher education here.

These are not all, but I will build on them!

Let's start with what's wrong with Russia (in terms of HR, of course), so...

Most large companies are based on the experience of Soviet times and they do not need higher education, except that a cleaning lady is not a fact. Further, any fact of self-education is denied and methods for assessing skills and competencies are not supported. Modern companies most often require sufficient work experience and preferably a clear result - reviews, works, publications, etc.

Although the personnel evaluation system is trying to change for the better, in fact no one needs it (better), since according to it the majority of modern “successful” managers will be rejected - this is Russia, jobs here are often given not on merit, but on “merit” . I've seen enough of this, so I know what I'm saying...

The accessibility of higher education is a VERY IMPORTANT fact, since in the next 5 years the accessibility of higher education in Russia will change for the worse and I assure you, this is another stage in the fooling of Russians, unfortunately. And if you can, study now.

After all that I have written, let’s return to the author’s question!

Is there life without VO?

Well of course there is!

Of course, you all have heard about successful guys who started their own business, without a “tower” and so on =) I’m very happy for them, but look who these people are, what kind of starting capital they had, what kind of initial (pre-university training) and where they are now ! =)

We will consider an ordinary person from an ordinary family who has only the start-up capital, only the clothes he is wearing and, at most, a Mom and Dad who can feed and shelter (this is not the worst option)

First option: Internet and Media! This is a huge, not very plowed field, pay attention there! There are a lot of ways to earn money! Hurry, hundreds of DJs, presenters, bloggers, streamers, etc. appear in Russia every day.

Large companies in which there is real career growth with the acquisition of experience and the absence of serious requirements in the early stages. For example, come as a mechanic, gain experience, prove yourself and become a master, and there will already be money, education and further growth...

And of course, individual entrepreneurs, of various ranges, from cleaning companies to furniture assembly and repair services. That's where trade comes in.

There are several other directions, but the main one looks something like this...

The general idea is this: if you don’t see in yourself the abilities that distinguish you in any field, be it trade, media, and maybe even invention (and other talents, of course, that can be used or sold). Then immediately go to STUDY!!!

Work in the modern world is very important. And all children are instilled with the opinion from the cradle that without education, training, experience and special skills it is impossible to achieve a place in the sun. In fact, this is a stereotype. But every new generation still follows it. After all, after spending 5-6 years at university, it is very difficult to admit later that you could do without it. Working without education and without experience is far from a rarity. And you don’t need to think that you are destined for a career as some kind of loader or cleaner. Let's take a look at some vacancies that could be your goldmine.

Evaluating ourselves

Without education and experience? You need to start by assessing yourself. More precisely, your strengths and capabilities. Maybe the job of a loader or a cleaner really suits you better. But often people who for some reason refused to receive special education face the problem of finding a job. They are more eager to work straight after school.

In this case, work without education and without experience can be found quite quickly. But before looking for suitable vacancies, better assess your health, skills, abilities and character. So, for example, if you are an ambitious, open-minded, active person, then working in the tourism industry or in sales would be more suitable for you. But for diligent candidates with willpower, it would be good to choose an office job or something like that. Once you can assess your skills and capabilities, begin searching and analyzing vacancies.

Worker in a fast food cafe

Work without education and without experience can begin from school. This means that it is worth paying attention to the vacancies that are chosen by schoolchildren. For example, a very popular place is a fast food cafe. You can’t earn much here, but it’s enough to live on. Especially if you don't need to rent a home.

Working without education and without working in a fast food cafe is not at all a shame, as many people think. The real shame is to receive a higher education and then remain completely unemployed. Or go to a vacancy that requires a university diploma.

To achieve success and a good salary, this job without education and without experience requires a lot from the applicant. For example, quick learning, stress resistance, activity and politeness. Be prepared for the fact that you will have to run all day from the cash register to the kitchen, cook, smile, take orders, and so on all the time. Basically, sometimes it's worth it. After all, over time you may be promoted to senior manager. And then you won't have to cook. Your responsibilities will include supervising newcomers.

Music

To be honest, jobs without education or work experience are varied. For example, if you have hearing and you can easily and simply become a musician. True, to be on the safe side, it would be better to graduate from a music school or take some courses.

If you take a close look, many creative people occupy vacancies without education or work experience. And yet they receive millions for performing their duties. If you decide to become a musician, be prepared that at the very beginning you will most likely have little success. But over time, you can definitely become famous. For example, within your city. This, of course, is not world fame, but it is also quite a worthy indicator. And if you're lucky, you can hope for a worldwide career as a musician.

Nanny

Work in Moscow without experience or education, for example, sometimes offers nanny vacancies to girls. True, in most cases, applicants are required to have a pedagogical education. But there are exceptions, and quite often. For example, when there is a catastrophic shortage of personnel, as well as when a girl has her own child.

Nanny is not the highest paid position. But only if you decide to become a private nanny or you manage to get a job in a good company, you can count on huge success. The average salary of a good nanny is 30,000. And all without education and without experience. If you graduated from a pedagogical institute or college, you can hope to receive 45-50 thousand rubles per month. True, the selection for such prestigious companies is very tough.

Sales Manager

There is also a job without experience and without special education that suits most applicants. We are talking about the vacancy of a sales manager. It doesn't matter what exactly. This profession has become extremely popular among all ages. Especially considering the fact that you can independently regulate your own earnings.

As a rule, a good sales manager earns from 30,000 rubles. But in order to earn large sums, you will have to work, and not sit and wait for clients to come to you. All it takes is the ability to persuade. It can always be learned. You just have to get a job and then start promoting your product, and you will very quickly see the results of your work.

However, recently the salary for this vacancy has decreased slightly. And it's not a crisis at all. There is a lot of competition in the market for goods and services. Therefore, you have to constantly prove that your products are worthy of attention. Sometimes this is quite difficult to do. But you shouldn’t give up your career as a sales manager.

Photographer

There are good jobs without experience or education. For example, another worthy vacancy is a photographer. In order to be called a real master, you can complete a photography course. They last for several months. After this, you can arrange your own career.

On average, a photographer earns from 45,000 rubles. It's good if you become a children's and wedding photographer. So, for example, you can get from 50,000 rubles for 1 day of shooting. As a rule, little time is spent on photo processing. And there are a lot of orders, especially in the summer.

How to start a photography career? Social networks can help you with this. Create your own group, publish some of your work and price list there. After that, wait. In addition, ask your friends if anyone needs a photographer. A few successful photo shoots - and you are guaranteed fame. In any case, such as to receive a fairly high income.

Actor

There are also somewhat non-standard jobs without education or experience. We are talking about an actor's career. To be honest, many famous people in cinema have never studied anywhere before. We were just finishing school. That is, they received basic knowledge.

To become an actor, you must have talent. And if you have one, then just go to different auditions and castings, send out your applications and wait for the results. Over time, you will definitely achieve success.

If in doubt, you can remember the famous actor Johnny Depp. This man admitted that he barely graduated from school and never studied at a university. And with all this, he earns very well. So there is always the opportunity to become famous. And the level of education has nothing to do with it. The main thing is to have talent. And, of course, don't give up. Be prepared for failure at first. They will make you stronger. But if you really strive for an acting career, you can always achieve great success.

Writer

Is there work from home without education or experience? Of course yes. You just need to look for it carefully. The vacancy of a writer will be very interesting. Now, perhaps, every person can build such a career.

The main thing here is the ability to write. Fantasize, come up with interesting stories and describe them. Try to start with short stories. Publish them on the Internet. This way you will attract the audience's attention. After that, take up writing serious books.

There are several ways to become a writer. The first is to become famous through the so-called samizdat. A method where you publish and distribute books for your own money. Very useful at first. The second option is to build a career through a publishing house. To do this, you will have to prove that your work has a huge advantage over others. What exactly should it be released? And that your book can bring good income. But get ready for rejection. The main thing is not to lose heart. Over time, you will definitely achieve success. And if you write a bestseller, you are guaranteed a quick and huge income.

Entrepreneurship

Another very popular move is the creation of an individual entrepreneur. Now every third person in Russia is engaged in entrepreneurial activity. And often this technique allows, without education or work experience, to receive a stable and good income. So you can try this activity.

The main thing here is to choose the right direction. There is no need to create legal offices or open clothing stores. It is best, for example, to open a private beauty salon or computer help service. If you manage to choose a good direction, the money will flow into your hands.

True, sometimes it is better to have an education. Or completed courses in economics and accounting. This will save money and reduce documentation costs.

Freelancing

Well, the most popular way to build a career without work experience or education is nothing more than freelancing. To be honest, everyone can make money from this activity - both children and adults. Even mothers with babies on maternity leave. No special education is required, but professional skills must be present. For example, in the field of article writing, as well as in the field of computer graphics editing.

To start a freelance career, you will need to get an electronic wallet and also find a suitable freelance exchange. For example, "Advego". Here you can easily and simply register, indicate your wallet for payments, and also find a job to perform. You take the order, complete it, deliver it, receive payment and rejoice. Typically, a freelancer receives an average of 20,000 rubles. But this is at first. In the process of work, you can increase your income to 100,000. And these are not fairy tales. As you can see, working without education and work experience is a reality. The main thing is to be motivated to work independently.