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I know you’ve probably heard is countless times before, but I’m sick (REALLY sick) of my job. I’m a developer (programmer), did the whole computer science thing at uni, have done freelance work, setup a couple of small businesses but I’ve grown tired of the rat race. I work with some downright geeks and bullies (really, really not nice people)– I think they’ve become the final nail in my coffin. I dread going to work, plus my boss isn’t the “best” [don’t want to say too much for obviously reasons 
– but I tell ya, I could go on for pages about this place!]. I’ve been working with/on computers for near enough 20 years.. starting to programme from when I was ~8... I think I've grown tired of the whole industry really.
So here’s the part where I need advice. Recently a member posted about RHS Exams – I’ve had a look at them, and fancy having a crack at them.. In a couple of years, I plan to change my career.. I’m hoping then I’d have made a dent in the mortgage to be able to take a cut in salary (most “outdoor” jobs seem to be paid less than the ones where you’re sat in front of a computer for x hrs per day). When I say plan, I *am* going to be changing my career – I’m almost convinced that the stress here is going to shorten my life. I’ve realised now life isn’t all about money, especially after falling into GYO and gardening – I find it a bit of tranquillity (despite very hard labour! & I’ve always had a “thing” about cooking, and sourcing decent food) at the end of a damn awful week. Having a young family now probably has changed my outlook on life. Anyway, for whatever reason I didn’t go into my chosen career path (Biology), but have a keen interest in it. I’ve just checked out the Level 1, and Level 2 courses than RHS offer – for the most part I can answer the majority of the Level 2 past papers, from what you all have helped me learn here, and my natural interest in Biology and how things “work”. So the query is, do you think these exams are worth while? I’m not sure what “outdoor” job I’d like to do at the end of the day, but definitely something relating to gardening, perhaps even training – who knows. Would it be worth starting off with Level 1, then working my way through them? Are there any other organisations that offer recognised qualifications in the horticultural industry? As mentioned I don’t have any clear path set out – probably need to seek career advice [yes I know it’s not a good time etc!!]. It’d mean a change to our lifestyle (i.e. not just go and buy things without too much thought, but speaking to my wife I think we both agree it’d be for the better!
Have any of you done similar? Did you have a 5/10 year plan? Realistically, have it worked out worthwhile for you?
I've thought long and hard about the winter months, being cold and wet - but I honestly really do enjoy being outside. I've enjoyed building a run for my chickens, a lot of work but great fun. Perhaps combing these things into a job may be possible - with a gentle lead into having a useable, but 'growable' area within gardens.
Thanks for any input/advice offered!
– but I tell ya, I could go on for pages about this place!]. I’ve been working with/on computers for near enough 20 years.. starting to programme from when I was ~8... I think I've grown tired of the whole industry really.So here’s the part where I need advice. Recently a member posted about RHS Exams – I’ve had a look at them, and fancy having a crack at them.. In a couple of years, I plan to change my career.. I’m hoping then I’d have made a dent in the mortgage to be able to take a cut in salary (most “outdoor” jobs seem to be paid less than the ones where you’re sat in front of a computer for x hrs per day). When I say plan, I *am* going to be changing my career – I’m almost convinced that the stress here is going to shorten my life. I’ve realised now life isn’t all about money, especially after falling into GYO and gardening – I find it a bit of tranquillity (despite very hard labour! & I’ve always had a “thing” about cooking, and sourcing decent food) at the end of a damn awful week. Having a young family now probably has changed my outlook on life. Anyway, for whatever reason I didn’t go into my chosen career path (Biology), but have a keen interest in it. I’ve just checked out the Level 1, and Level 2 courses than RHS offer – for the most part I can answer the majority of the Level 2 past papers, from what you all have helped me learn here, and my natural interest in Biology and how things “work”. So the query is, do you think these exams are worth while? I’m not sure what “outdoor” job I’d like to do at the end of the day, but definitely something relating to gardening, perhaps even training – who knows. Would it be worth starting off with Level 1, then working my way through them? Are there any other organisations that offer recognised qualifications in the horticultural industry? As mentioned I don’t have any clear path set out – probably need to seek career advice [yes I know it’s not a good time etc!!]. It’d mean a change to our lifestyle (i.e. not just go and buy things without too much thought, but speaking to my wife I think we both agree it’d be for the better!
Have any of you done similar? Did you have a 5/10 year plan? Realistically, have it worked out worthwhile for you?
I've thought long and hard about the winter months, being cold and wet - but I honestly really do enjoy being outside. I've enjoyed building a run for my chickens, a lot of work but great fun. Perhaps combing these things into a job may be possible - with a gentle lead into having a useable, but 'growable' area within gardens.
Thanks for any input/advice offered!
(probably stems from here).
you don't want to live your life wondering what might have been 
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