I am 16. I worked at McDonald's when I was 14, but quit due to the stressful environment, safety hazards, and minimum wage without a raise. I was yelled at many times over the headset (taking orders), and staff made me continue to take orders while I was sobbing and having a panic attack. One shift, I stood under a cold vent in front of the menu screen without a jacket (none left in the break room) and they wouldn't let me move somewhere else. When I came back home and checked my temperature, I had hypothermia. I quit without a 2 week notice.
Now that I am older, the pressure is on to get a job. But I CANNOT BEAR the idea of working for someone (a boss/company). Why should my hard work be scalped away? I want to work for myself and the community- not the rich.
I actually enjoy working. I enjoy having a purpose and the satisfaction of a job well done. I have spent a lot of time honing my skills in woodcarving, knitting, sewing, gardening, cooking, drawing, botany, and geometry. I need to start making some money so I can save up for college/further education. Do/did any of you work for yourself/profit off your hobbies? If so, how did you start and what are some tips?
Any advice is very much appreciated. Thank you