Originally Posted by
Kev12322
Thank you for the replies, however I wasn't specific enough. With my previous criminal conviction in another country, over 10 years ago, would I be better advised to look elsewhere?
From a happiness standpoint I need a career change. It has to happen one way or another. Its either this, law or med school.
Where you convicted of burglary? Or did you plea bargain? I'm not sure how burglary ranks on the criminal scale. I had a misdemeanor 20 years ago. It didn't even come up in the interview (I did disclose it) I also had a clean record and military service since then. It's probably not a big deal.
What is your business? Do you have a wife and kids? You might feel unhappy now, quit, spend a fortune on training, get a new job that you hate and be unhappy and broke. Money might not buy happiness, but definitely buys stability, comfort, and opportunities. If you can still keep your business while you start your new career, that'd be best. Or as someone else mentioned, find a way to incorporate flying into your business. Personally, I'm looking forward to being able to start a business of my own in the future.
I just saw the Med school part...I don't think it's a good time to go to med school. The ROI on that is a pretty big gamble right now with Obama care.