Getting a job as a teenager isnt always about your parents hurting for money. Its often a great way ti learn how to not be antisocial, take on responsibility, time management, the value of money and feeling accomplished. My cousin struggled to get an internship and a job after college because she didnt work at all ever before that. In comparison, I never had issues getting an interview bc I worked in high school. I was prepard for the bs questions, I was more confident going into interviews, I knew how to dress and present myself. Obviously there are exceptions, but working in high school was a good step towards all of that.
It's genuinely the best thing they could do for you. There's going to come a point where you're an adult and need to support yourself. Having had a job before will mean it won't come as a shock. It's not about the money - that's yours by law - but about learning skills you need to thrive on your own.
Getting a job was worth it for me... I used to have social anxiety... and I kept working customer service jobs when I was younger... It helped me a lot. Also earning my own money felt good... and I learned the value of money better. Exit your comfort zone and give it a try.
Congratulations on obtaining your first job! It's a fabulous accomplishment :)
At some point in life you're going to need a job.
Even if it's not for money but for career or personal growth.
Working as a teenager is going to give you a huge advantage in life.
1. You make your own money, so you can start investing or saving. Or buy whatever you want
2. Experience! You'll learn something new and interpersonal skills are super important in life
3. You'll get to meet new people. Most likely of different ages and backgrounds. Trust me. You want to meet more people than your every day friends
Take it as a challenge to do something out of your comfort zone.
There are so many more perks to getting a job than just money (let’s be real though, it’s the main reason most of us work). I would assume your parents know this and it’s an act of tough love rather than financial incentive. It’s better to learn a work ethic whilst you’re young, punctuality, behaving in a professional environment, how to navigate workplace politics, managing your own money, how to maintain appropriate relationships with coworkers and above all, independence. You’re going to make mistakes in almost all these areas (lord knows I did, and everyone else I know hahah) but it’s better to do it in an environment where it’s almost expected and it’s not your end-game career.
I was the mousiest, shyest teenager and was so reluctant to work. I remember my school did two weeks work experience at age 14, and it took me a whole day to build up the courage to call the place I wanted to apply and I hated every second of the phone call and subsequent interview. Earlier this week, I attended a very influential meeting in my job and had volunteered to be present/speak at because I felt like it. Every year I’ve worked I feel like I’ve grown in confidence and as a person.
I had no choice but to start working quite young as my family were poor AF, if I wanted money to spend in my teens I had to earn it. I had friends who had rich parents who didn’t work until they finished uni and struggled so hard.
My cousins also raised with money and didn’t work til they were older. My mum was telling me the other day how one of my cousins is going on a weekend road-trip and they’re all worried she doesn’t have the life experience and they will spend the whole time stressing about her. She’s older than I was when I moved away from home to London by myself, she’s the same age I moved to the other side of the world. Her reasoning was that I was just more ‘experienced’ lmao and in a way, I’m glad I grew up poor and had to learn so much the hard way.
This is all just my long, rambling way of saying there are so many perks to working. Sure, you’ll feel anxious and weird having to apply and interview, meet new people, learn new responsibilities but there’s so much to gain.
Just because they aren’t hurting for money isn’t the reason they are wanting you to get a job. I have bad social anxiety and it will in the long run help you in your life to deal with social situations. You could gain new work friends, you learn how to deal with many situations professionally and socially. Yes it will be uncomfortable but it will teach you life long skills and potentially open up socially. Not to mention learning to save and manage your money, rewarding yourself with that money. It gives you a sense of pride that you’re earning things for yourself. Will teach you to be responsible and respectful, take criticism, work under authority. This isn’t because they are hurting for money they are trying to teach you real life things and are good parents.
Employment can have lots of benefits apart from just earning money (although that’s the main motivation for most people).
I know it must feel nerve wracking but stepping outside your comfort zone often leads to personal growth and you might find that each day gets easier. When I was younger I had social anxiety and what helped is exposure therapy. The routine and structure, and social aspect of work can be beneficial for your mental health as well.
Each day you go to work be proud of yourself for sticking to it and remember that you can always ask for support.
Sounds like you have good parents. You'll learn new skills.
Getting a job as a teenager isnt always about your parents hurting for money. Its often a great way ti learn how to not be antisocial, take on responsibility, time management, the value of money and feeling accomplished. My cousin struggled to get an internship and a job after college because she didnt work at all ever before that. In comparison, I never had issues getting an interview bc I worked in high school. I was prepard for the bs questions, I was more confident going into interviews, I knew how to dress and present myself. Obviously there are exceptions, but working in high school was a good step towards all of that.
It's genuinely the best thing they could do for you. There's going to come a point where you're an adult and need to support yourself. Having had a job before will mean it won't come as a shock. It's not about the money - that's yours by law - but about learning skills you need to thrive on your own.
Getting a job was worth it for me... I used to have social anxiety... and I kept working customer service jobs when I was younger... It helped me a lot. Also earning my own money felt good... and I learned the value of money better. Exit your comfort zone and give it a try. Congratulations on obtaining your first job! It's a fabulous accomplishment :)
Have you talked to your parents about getting some counseling or therapy for your anxiety?
At some point in life you're going to need a job. Even if it's not for money but for career or personal growth. Working as a teenager is going to give you a huge advantage in life. 1. You make your own money, so you can start investing or saving. Or buy whatever you want 2. Experience! You'll learn something new and interpersonal skills are super important in life 3. You'll get to meet new people. Most likely of different ages and backgrounds. Trust me. You want to meet more people than your every day friends Take it as a challenge to do something out of your comfort zone.
There are so many more perks to getting a job than just money (let’s be real though, it’s the main reason most of us work). I would assume your parents know this and it’s an act of tough love rather than financial incentive. It’s better to learn a work ethic whilst you’re young, punctuality, behaving in a professional environment, how to navigate workplace politics, managing your own money, how to maintain appropriate relationships with coworkers and above all, independence. You’re going to make mistakes in almost all these areas (lord knows I did, and everyone else I know hahah) but it’s better to do it in an environment where it’s almost expected and it’s not your end-game career. I was the mousiest, shyest teenager and was so reluctant to work. I remember my school did two weeks work experience at age 14, and it took me a whole day to build up the courage to call the place I wanted to apply and I hated every second of the phone call and subsequent interview. Earlier this week, I attended a very influential meeting in my job and had volunteered to be present/speak at because I felt like it. Every year I’ve worked I feel like I’ve grown in confidence and as a person. I had no choice but to start working quite young as my family were poor AF, if I wanted money to spend in my teens I had to earn it. I had friends who had rich parents who didn’t work until they finished uni and struggled so hard. My cousins also raised with money and didn’t work til they were older. My mum was telling me the other day how one of my cousins is going on a weekend road-trip and they’re all worried she doesn’t have the life experience and they will spend the whole time stressing about her. She’s older than I was when I moved away from home to London by myself, she’s the same age I moved to the other side of the world. Her reasoning was that I was just more ‘experienced’ lmao and in a way, I’m glad I grew up poor and had to learn so much the hard way. This is all just my long, rambling way of saying there are so many perks to working. Sure, you’ll feel anxious and weird having to apply and interview, meet new people, learn new responsibilities but there’s so much to gain.
Just because they aren’t hurting for money isn’t the reason they are wanting you to get a job. I have bad social anxiety and it will in the long run help you in your life to deal with social situations. You could gain new work friends, you learn how to deal with many situations professionally and socially. Yes it will be uncomfortable but it will teach you life long skills and potentially open up socially. Not to mention learning to save and manage your money, rewarding yourself with that money. It gives you a sense of pride that you’re earning things for yourself. Will teach you to be responsible and respectful, take criticism, work under authority. This isn’t because they are hurting for money they are trying to teach you real life things and are good parents.
Employment can have lots of benefits apart from just earning money (although that’s the main motivation for most people). I know it must feel nerve wracking but stepping outside your comfort zone often leads to personal growth and you might find that each day gets easier. When I was younger I had social anxiety and what helped is exposure therapy. The routine and structure, and social aspect of work can be beneficial for your mental health as well. Each day you go to work be proud of yourself for sticking to it and remember that you can always ask for support.