A reader sent me a link to this fun post titled Peter Pan Professions: 50 Fun Jobs That Don’t Require You to Grow Up. The list contains some interesting professions that aren’t your typical 9-5: ice cream tester, card dealer, stunt driver, hobo, etc.
Of course the important thing to keep in mind is that any of these jobs could be amazingly fun… or they could suck terribly. Whether or not a job is fun is more about you, your attitude and what you do about your work environment than what the job responsibilities are. Sure the role itself can help–a clown is naturally going to have more laughter in his job, but that doesn’t mean the person behind the red nose can’t be miserable.
So whether you’re a project manager or a stunt person, it’s up to you to make your work more enjoyable. To get started, check out the How-To Humor for ways to incorporate more humor at work.
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With the current unemployment rate sitting at over 9%, nearly 1 in 10 people are in need of a job. Here are some great tips and tricks for getting back into the workforce (or at least taking advantage of the extra time you have).
Note: This is part of the What I Learned on the Internet Series.
- Stay Positive - Even though being laid off can suck, it’s important to stay positive through a layoff and focus on what you can do once the dust has settled.
- Get Inspired - Economic downturns don’t mean that nothing can survive. Look to some successful brands that launched during downturns form inspiration.
- Find Out How Much You Need – When looking for a new job, it’s important to understand exactly what you need to survive. The Living Wage Calculator can help you figure out averages in your region to know what you need to shoot for.
- Improve Yourself – Don’t just sit around hoping to find something–make yourself more marketable so you can become more competitive in the field of applicants.
- Find Your Niche – Getting laid off can be an opportunity to make a change in your career–learn your color to find the career for you.
- Work For Yourself – While searching for a job, you might find it an ideal time to start that business you’ve always dreamt about. If you’re stable enough to go that route, make sure you know the essential tools for starting up your side business.
