What was Joseph smith's professional or working career before he found the golden plates?

Answer 1

Joseph, at the time he received the plates, was quite young. He hadn't really had time to establish a "career" of his own, per se'. He actually held several short-term jobs prior to receiving the plates. However, we know he was a farmer by way of his parental family's farm. He was taught the art of farming by his father and mother, and likely his older brother(s). Joseph was known for his physical abilities to work, and was hired to do many menial tasks, such as chopping fire wood, splitting rails, digging wells, and the like. He was also known for his desire to maintain tools in their best possible working condition. For example, many of his neighbors loved to loan him their tools, which he often received in some state of needing improvement. An ax, for example, might need a new handle or need sharpening. Joseph would usually return the item repaired and sharp.