As a successful freelance blogger, I am doing work that I never imagined was possible...that's because the job of blogger did not exist!I always knew that writing would play a major role in my life, and I enjoyed studying journalism. But after a class trip to a major New York paper, I was turned off to the profession. Something about burning the candle at both ends and living on caffeine was utterly unappealing. Blogging allows me to make a decent living and write on my terms. What a beautiful concept! Like blogging, there are other jobs that did not exist a mere 10 years ago... 1. Social Media/Online-Community Manager: Social media managers focus on building their employers' brands through the use of social media sites and tools (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Youtube), whereas online-community managers specialize in fostering user discussion and evangelism for the marketers they support.2. Telework Manager or … [Read more...] about 10 Jobs That Didn't Exist 10 Years Ago
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New Year’s Resolution Already Broken? Work at a Gym!
As another New Year gets underway, most of us are afflicted with either guilt over the way we've let our bods deteriorate, or being bored to death listening to other peoples' similar stuff. Worst of all, of course, is having to hear all of the penitential resolutions about joining a gym, starting a work out program, etc. ad nauseum. … [Read more...] about New Year’s Resolution Already Broken? Work at a Gym!
5 Cool Underwater Jobs
There are a few lucky people in the world who look forward to going to work in the morning; most of these people are employed in a job they would do as a hobby anyway. Whether you’re a ski instructor, climbing instructor, surfing coach, hiking guide, food critic, wine taster or secret shopper, the chances are if you lost your job you’d still carry on doing the work regardless. One area that almost certainly has a high degree of job satisfaction is diving and underwater work. Many people fall madly in love with diving and the underwater world on vacation, and many go on from there to get their PADI certificate and carry on diving as a hobby. But what if you love diving so much that you want to do it for a living? Here are five underwater jobs that let you spend your days under the waves... Diving Instructor - The daddy of underwater jobs. If you’re prepared to put in the time training, (and the money too) then you’ll get yourself a job for life, useful at any … [Read more...] about 5 Cool Underwater Jobs
5 Jobs for Cry Babies
Not only do you hear them, you see them, and you can almost smell them. They infuse the office atmosphere with the decay of defeat, the stink of sadness and a drony whine, sounding like an army of mosquitoes dive bombing into your ear on a warm summer night. Nothing's ever right for these types, and everything's always wrong. They can play the martyr, as in 'I gave the best years of my life to this place, and all I got for it was a kick in the ass'. Or they can be bitter and sullen, perennially grousing about whatever, with no subject deemed too trivial to complain about. So whether its the color of the wall paint or the ply of the toilet paper, or the type of paper clips the company uses, it's all fair game to them. They are the office cry babies; professional complainers who serve no purpose other than to drain, to sap, the life force out of any and all co-workers that they can. They bleat like sick sheep, yet never seem to rise above their self-imposed torpor to do anything about … [Read more...] about 5 Jobs for Cry Babies
Weird Science: 7 Careers Your Guidance Counselor Never Told You About
A career in science doesn’t necessarily mean being cooped up in a lab all day or sitting behind a computer. The fact that science inquires into literally every part of our world means that you can pursue scientific careers in the oddest of places, from the tops of volcanoes to outer space. Check out these real and bizarre science jobs that may leave you reconsidering your current career. 1. Microbe Hunter: Crazy scientists, they’ll study anything. Even tiny bacteria that live in the most extreme climates, like hot springs or deep-ocean thermal vents. Microbe hunters are a particular type of microbiologist that scour the earth for these tiny, extremophile life forms. Microbe hunters travel for research, get samples of their life form, and head back to the lab to study its growth and characteristics. • Necessary Education: Most need at least a master’s degree in biology, geochemistry, or a related field, although a PhD will … [Read more...] about Weird Science: 7 Careers Your Guidance Counselor Never Told You About
Best Jobs in 2011 (and the worst jobs in 2011)
Software Engineer is the best job in the nation, according to the new CareerCast.com Jobs Rated Report which came out today. Roustabout (someone who works on an oil rig) was ranked as the nation's worst job. If your job made the worst list, grab a copy of How to Quit Your Job!Best Jobs in 2011 vs. How They Fared in 2010:1. Software Engineer (up 1 spot)2. Mathematician (up 4)3. Actuary (down 2)4. Statistician (up 4)5. Computer Systems Analyst (down 2)6. Meteorologist (up 6)7. Biologist (down 3)8. Historian (down 3)9. Audiologist (up 34)10. Dental Hygienist (no change) Worst Jobs in 2011 and How They Fared in 2010:200. Roustabout (no change)199. Ironworker (down 1)198. Lumberjack (up 1)197. Roofer (down 18)196. Taxi Driver (down 2)195. Emergency Medical Technician (down 9)194. Welder (up 2)191. Painter (down 32)191. Meter Reader (up 1)191. Construction Worker (up 2)To see the 2011 rankings of all 200 best and worst jobs, click here.To review the 2011 Jobs Rated … [Read more...] about Best Jobs in 2011 (and the worst jobs in 2011)
8 Most Promising Careers for 2011
The economy has not completely recovered - not even close. But there are some bright spots in the job market. Some skills are still in high demand and jobs are easy to come by for properly trained professionals. Here are eight in-demand careers for people who are looking for a career change or who are about to enter the job market for the first time. Employees in these fields should be on the hunt for companies that provide 360 feedback so that they can develop and improve while on the job. Interpreter/translator. As more and more businesses begin to adjust to the international marketplace, they require the services of people who are skilled in languages other than English. Translators have job security and solid earning potential whether they work with a translation service or are hired to work directly with a multi-national company. Medical technicians. This field has two advantages. First, it does not require extensive training. Most medical technician jobs (from an … [Read more...] about 8 Most Promising Careers for 2011
Sitting Kills! 5 Jobs That Let You Move Around All Day
It is no secret that sitting down all day at a desk is going to be detrimental to your health over the long run. New studies are performed all the time that further cement our knowledge of this fact that it may seem there is little hope for so many people who work at a desk for a living. Even if you exercise regularly outside of work, it will not reverse the debilitating effects of sitting for a living. Quite simply, people were meant to move around. It wasn't always the case that we could just go to Wal-Mart and get every single good and service a human needs to survive. No, we used to have to hunt for food ourselves and use our bodies to keep our families and ourselves alive. Today in America, it seems that we have gotten far from what made us great. We used to be a nation that made things and now we're just a nation thst buys things. And with 30% of Americans being obese, it is plain to see that our health is failing. So, if you have to spend your life doing something, why not do … [Read more...] about Sitting Kills! 5 Jobs That Let You Move Around All Day
3 Music Jobs You Probably Never Thought Of
For most of us, our short-lived music careers started long before we ever dreamed of making any money. Spending our youth, much to the dismay of our parents, plucking away at guitar strings, conjuring up what would be the newest music revolution; we never gave a second thought to what would truly become. For the vast majority, these dreams slowly melted away and evolved into what could be called a “respectable” career ambition. For some of us, however, we clung to the dream, held true to the passion, and found, surprisingly, that there are a great many careers available within the music industry that can be obtained by nearly anyone. While most of these jobs do not involve “rocking out” to a jam-packed stadium of fans every night, there are many unique and challenging careers to be had within the music industry. Finding your dream career in the world of music requires nothing more than the right education and a love of sweet melodies; the latter may be a matter of debate. One … [Read more...] about 3 Music Jobs You Probably Never Thought Of
Top Careers in the Medical Field That are Hot for 2011
Interested in finding a high paying job that won’t require years of school or thousands of dollars of student loan debt? Consider a job in the medical field. The job market in the medical field has remained strong in spite of the current recession, and with many positions requiring only a couple years of school, many health care workers can benefit from a high salary as well as easy access to upward mobility in a few years time. Some of the top careers in the medical field for 2011 include: Registered NurseFrom basic check-ups to helping with the delivery of newborns, nurses are always in demand. This strong need has given nursing one of the best job outlooks amongst all professions experiencing a growth rate of over 2 percent in 2010 alone with an additional 582,000 new RN positions expected to be filled by 2018. Although nursing requires a 4 year degree, it makes up for the additional education with a higher salary. In 2009, the average salary was $63,750 with RNs in the top 10 … [Read more...] about Top Careers in the Medical Field That are Hot for 2011