In Need of Some Crucial Work/Life Advice!

[Thomas O'Donnell]

So I am currently working a full time job and the pay is better than almost anywhere in the area for someone without a degree. However, it is warehouse work and I do not enjoy the job. I'm never happy to go to work and all shift I am constantly stacking boxes and moving heavy stuff; it is very physically demanding. I really want to get into doing some work related to real estate, whether that is getting into property management, leasing, home inspections etc. I love real estate and I am really passionate about it, but I know I would take a pay cut if I left. I feel like working in something real estate related would also help me build a network or make some connections within the RE game. Should I tough it out and stay, or take a pay cut to find something RE related that might make me happier and help build connections? Or should I try to look for something to do on my days off and eventually transition over to that full-time? I have thought about doing work for free in something RE related just to learn more and expand my network if someone is willing to teach/train in something. I am in a tough spot as the income is good for this area, but I am unhappy and unmotivated at work. If anyone has some solid advice for someone closing on their first rental and dealing with this dilemma please respond. Thank you!