THey just did a study
1. HS diploma avg like 28k
2. HS dropout like 19k
3. College grad 51k

It is getting more and more competative out there. As for experience, the only true method left is working for a company entry level and moving up the ranks, if you do not have a degree. Job hopping with no degree= the lose, you never get to move up or prove yourself.

As for what you want to be, what do you like to do? At least work in the field that sells or is associated with it.