You do not mention why you think number 1 would be better to focus on. There are more number 2 jobs available, depending on your location, there might only be n

You do not mention why you think number 1 would be better to focus on. There are more number 2 jobs available, depending on your location, there might only be number 2 jobs available. These jobs also require less knowledge and training and therefore can be attained more easily. I see a lot of advantages for the number 2 jobs for OP.