I'm currently doing my PPL(H) at the moment. I would love to make a career out of it.
My day job is not boring and pays well (enough to fund my heli training + everything else). However, my feet are firmly planted on the ground when it comes to the issue about changing career - you need courage, tenacity and a bit of luck when changing career.
Anything you can do to get your face known in your new career is going to help. Small things can make a difference. Even simple things like being polite.
If you haven't worked in a customer service role you won't appreciate how 'please' and 'thank you' can make an impact. I've lost count of the number of times someone has come into the school wanting something. A lack of 'please' and 'thank you' is certainly noted in a negative light after they have left!
So I make a big effort to get on well with everyone I meet because you never know when it might matter (my personal life philsosophy!).
It might not get you that elusive job straight away, but if a little luck does come your way you will want the best chance to secure it.
Good luck with your search . . .
Solouk