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matt2233
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hey, i finally turn 14 and 9 moths this friday and i was wondering if anyone knows of a good place to work, i dont really care what it is aslong as it pays decent. and before anyone even mentions the word mcdonalds, im never working there ever lol, but i dont mind other fast food places
28/10/2007
Woronora Hts, Sydney
gokhan
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KFC...
28/10/2007
Mario Kart Wii
Melbourne, Victoria
jotendo
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I reccomend NOT working at a fast food place -__-
all that is, is low wages, crappy hours, faggit bosses & weight gain from eating food there...

Work at a retail shop if u can
u can get a job anywhere u just gota try.
When i just hit ur age, i got myself a job as a bakery assistant.
it was awesome,
and you get REAL experience, unlike KFC and McDonald where u learn how to make a sandwhich -__-
28/10/2007
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harrypmgag
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Well you're on a Wii (gaming site) what about EB Games?
28/10/2007
NSW, Sydney, Australia
Silence
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i applied at Toys'R'Us recently. doubt i got the job though.

go for any where that will be busy during the Christmas break like EB, Toys'R'Us, Sanity, anywhere like that.
28/10/2007
Bully: Scholarship Edition
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sean79
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Well there was a time when I thought the only way to make a bit of spending money was to WORK...

I opened a website, I am making quite a bit for the lack of work that I do.

"Traditional is not not always best." (That's what I say, anyway.)
28/10/2007
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
Wollongong, NSW
gokhan
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jotendo said: I reccomend NOT working at a fast food place -__-

all that is, is low wages, crappy hours, faggit bosses & weight gain from eating food there...


Work at a retail shop if u can

u can get a job anywhere u just gota try.

When i just hit ur age, i got myself a job as a bakery assistant.

it was awesome,

and you get REAL experience, unlike KFC and McDonald where u learn how to make a sandwhich -__-




You know I think the global head of Macca's started in one of those jobs...
28/10/2007
Mario Kart Wii
Melbourne, Victoria
matt2233
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thanks, i think i might apply for a job at big w or eb games, do you get srore discounts there though im curious about how you make money of a website sean, a guy on another forum told me he makes money off a site called www.associatedcontent.com, though i think id rather stick to a RL job.
28/10/2007
Woronora Hts, Sydney
kolorful
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what about subway?
28/10/2007
vic
sean79
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matt2233 said: Though I am curious about how you make money of a website Sean.



Advertising, if you want to know more, PM me.
28/10/2007
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
Wollongong, NSW
magickstar
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You'll probably get discounts at both stores - i know you do at big w! You could also try JB HI FI? Working at a video store is cool too if it's your kind of thing...
28/10/2007
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matt2233
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i might go to their websites and apply online, thanks everyone
28/10/2007
Woronora Hts, Sydney
jotendo
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Everyone i know that works in EB, no longer does..
They hated it, crappy pay, worst hours ever.
Plus u wont get a job there, they want over 16's but they will keep ur resume/application for 9months anyways.

I sound so negative lol :P
28/10/2007
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fullymetal
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Having McDonalds on your resume in the future will actually help you get better jobs.
Mcdonalds have one of the best employee training programs out there and they get really busy so it shows future employees you can work quickly and efficiently.
Most employers know this and will put you ahead of other people going for the job.
28/10/2007
melbourne, vic
harrypmgag
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fullymetal said: Having McDonalds on your resume in the future will actually help you get better jobs.
Mcdonalds have one of the best employee training programs out there and they get really busy so it shows future employees you can work quickly and efficiently.
Most employers know this and will put you ahead of other people going for the job.


You learn something new everyday
28/10/2007
NSW, Sydney, Australia
magickstar
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P.S - HAPPY 14 and 9 months BIRTHDAY for friday!



LOL
28/10/2007
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Silence
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^^ I half new this, but wanted to steer away from working at McDonalds. just want something different.
28/10/2007
Bully: Scholarship Edition
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harrypmgag
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magickstar said: P.S -

LOL



Yeah, all this talk about jobs and we forgot about the birthday.

Happy Birthday for Friday! You're of legal working age (just felt like chucking that somewhere in this post!)

...SMILEY OVERLOAD
28/10/2007
NSW, Sydney, Australia
MarleH
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I thought the min age was 15 for a job?
28/10/2007
Endless Ocean
Victoria
Elraro
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Try applying at any retail outlet. It'll benefit you more in the future having experience in sales, stockchecking, customer service and the lot.

But for a 14 year old, chances are you'll most likely end up at a Drive-Thru.
29/10/2007
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magickstar
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I know that most people will tell you that your chances of getting a worthwhile job are slim at 14, but my advice is don't give up.
Choose jobs that motivate you and let the employers see that your age is no barrier.
Let your personality and professionalism shine through and keep a enthusiastic work ethic... It will get you far!

Also - don't let rejection or dissapointment get you down, remember that like most things in life, when it's right, it will happen.
29/10/2007
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A2ra3l
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I used to work at coles. Great money and if you do your job you can move up quickly.
Now I'm at kmart, whichg to me is a 1000 times better job, but they don't pay quite as much (only $1 less an hour, but you do notice it missing, lol)

You get a 5% discount at coles, kmart, target and a few other places which doesn't sound like much but it definately adds up (think i saved about $500 in the last year when I add all the discounts up), plus kmart is one of the last handful of places that gives you a uniform for free, all you need is some black pants and shiny shoes

*edit* and a movie ticket discount if you join the union, takes an adult ticket from $14 to $9.50 not sure about your age though
29/10/2007
Mario Kart Wii
Tasmania
dsreaper
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First off congrats on being so proactive and getting a job as soon as you can, that's a great attitude to have.

I'd say goes with the ColesMyer group of workplaces like A2ra31 mentioned.
Especially over the xmas holidays they have a lot going.
www.colesgroup.com.au/

29/10/2007
Super Mario World
Gold Coast, Queensland
dermy
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Or, if you know any tradies, do a bit of labouring for them.
I really enjoy a hands-on approach to things, but that's just me.
29/10/2007
Mario Kart Wii
Melbourne, Victoria
jotendo
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yea i think woolworths is the way to go
29/10/2007
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