<p>I've been lurking on here for awhile now and decided to actually sign up and actually start a topic. I need some words of wisdom in. I'm 23 years of age and start my first year of community college in the fall for business management major then transfer to a university after getting my associates if all goes well. Decided to take the college road since you can't really do anything career wise without a degree now a days unless you open up your own business. My past has not been a great one and I do take full responsibility of all my actions. In the end I want to work in an office where I can have a bright future and learn something out of the ordinary everyday.</p>
<p>I've been in the Navy and discharged for a positive urinalysis for THC in 2010 at the age of 19. Moved to Florida then got arrested for reckless driving which is a misdemeanor and a felony charge for carrying a concealed firearm without a permit. Although the judge did let me get a bite of the apple and got my adjudication withheld which means once I completed my probation period which I have done, I can legally put I'm NOT convicted felon of the charge. It will show up on my background as a charge but adjudication was withheld. I'm not here to sugar coat any charges, I've done the actions and yes I did my time and like I said before I do take full responsibility.</p>
<p>I know want to move on with my life and going to college is a HUGE step in my life. I'm wondering if my past will hurt my chances in the corporate world? I'm a personal trainer now and I work right across the waters from NYC and I get to see all these people walking around after work enjoying their lives, being productive all day, enjoying drinks, nice suits,etc. I've been able to learn how to socialize and network with people since I work in a high end gym. In all working in the corporate field is what I really want in life, which field exactly? I have no clue but I'm willing to adapt and overcome in any field they stick me in. Looking for tips or any knowledge about my chances of getting a job after college or landing great internships in between semesters. Thank you in advance for any help.</p>