By Marium Tariq
Finishing school soon? I bet the thought of choosing a career for yourself has been keeping you awake! You need to decide what you are gonna be for the rest of your life. I mean, the pressure is real, right? What if you choose a career you don’t like? What if you end up like people stuck at a job they hate? a
Sounds horrible, doesn’t it?
Schools are obligated to counsel their students regarding possible career choices. But most of the time, all they educate us about are the options we already know. Yes, those mainstream nurses, engineers, cashiers, lawyers, and teachers.
But not everyone is suited for those boring lines of work. Some of us live for excitement. The fun of having an uncommon job is incomparable! Plus, it’s a cherry on top if you don't need straight A's to pursue them!
So if you, too, are one of those “weird” souls who loathe run-of-the-mill careers, here are a few unheard, unique, but highly satisfying jobs that open doors to an adventurous life!
For Those Who Love Traveling: Flight Attendant
A flight attendant is an ideal job to satisfy your wanderlust. Bonus points if you love to dress sharply! To become one, you only need a high school diploma and a valid US passport. Once an airline company hires you, they will provide you with three to six weeks of formal training.
You will learn passenger management, flight regulations, company operations, and other job duties. The company will probably provide you with lodging and transportation during the training duration.
But there is one catch: the competition for becoming a flight attendant is FIERCE! Since the job description is so lucrative, there are over a million applications each year for just a few thousand seats.
Fun facts:
Flight attendants can be of all shapes, sizes, and colors despite the popular image.
Flight attendants don’t just serve food and drinks. They can save lives if need be.
Most of them know how to order a beer, wine, or chicken in as many as three languages.
For Those Who Love To Help: Community Health Worker
Volunteer work at a nursing home shouldn’t just be volunteering. If you love caring for other people and positively impacting someone’s life, you could turn it into a whole career.
Community Health Workers (CWH) work on the frontline for the better health of their whole community. They look over the healthcare needs of people, give informal counseling, provide public health education, and can also give first aid when required.
You may work at a vaccination center, mental health facility, clinic, or rehab center. A few skills you should have for choosing CWH as a career are good communication, relationship building, and cultural responsiveness.
Fun facts:
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, CHW job growth is expected to increase up to 17% by 2030, which is much faster than most other jobs.
CWH is among the 20 best social services jobs by US News.
The unemployment rate for CWH is as low as 3.1%. So your chances of getting a job are pretty high.
For Those Who Love Makeup: SFX Makeup Artist
You thought Vecna from Stranger Things was CGI, right? Well, to burst your bubble, he was not. He was actually the work of an awe-inspiring SFX artist who has the talent to turn men into monsters with makeup. Now, how cool would it be to do that daily for a living!
SFX makeup artists combine their artistic genius and makeup skills to design characters that are seemingly impossible to create. You may have to work with silicons, fake blood, body glue, and prosthesis a lot.
Fun facts:
You don’t need a high-demanding qualification to be an SFX artist. Only a course for media or theatre makeup will suffice.
The pay rate for SFX makeup artists on set can be pretty alluring.
“Best SFX Artist” is a category in the Emmy, BAFTA, Academy, and more. Talk about setting ambitious goals for your career!
For The Social Butterflies: Social Media Manager
Another fresh job that is getting a lot of hype these days is social media management. It is perfect if you are always hooked on social media platforms but hate to meet people in real life. Also, you need no formal education or degree for it. Bingo, right?
Now, what is a social media manager or SMM? It is a person who manages the socials of a brand or company and covers their social media marketing needs. And since social media marketing is all the rage nowadays, your chances of finding a job as an SMM are pretty bright.
Fun facts:
The average annual income for a social media manager is $53,061.
SMMs require hard skills such as copywriting, SEO, graphic designing, and marketing, which you can learn through various online courses.
It is the perfect line of work for creative women with a knack for writing and excellent communication skills.
For Those Who Hate A 9-To-5: Real Estate Agent
Let’s face it: Not all of us are made for the traditional 9-5 routine. Some of us like to stay in our PJs till 10 and start working at our convenience. A real estate agent is an attractive career choice if you are looking for flexible working schedules.
To become one, you will need to study the state’s licensing and education requirements and take a course if required. Next, you will have to pass the real estate licensure exam and apply for the license. After getting the license, find a real estate brokerage, and VOILA! You are meeting new people and selling cool properties, just like that!
Fun facts:
You can opt for working from home or through an office, flying solo, or being a part of a team.
There is no dress code.
Real estate agents make an average of $83,886 per year.
Wrapping Up
Your dad’s annoying friend may keep lecturing you about how doctors, engineers, or lawyers with fancy degrees are the only decent careers, but it is not entirely true! While these career choices can be a total game-changer for your future, YOU WILL TURN OUT FINE EVEN IF YOU GO FOR LESS-RENOWNED ONES!
Yes, you will have to work extra hard on many soft and hard skills and take a few courses, but you can surely make a living without being a total nerd.
So, do any of the above career choices seem worth a shot to you? Make sure to let me know
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