Hot Jobs

Yesterday, we talked about career changes. Let me make clear that I would never recommend that you change jobs simply because the job you are seeking is "hot". The self assessment presented yesterday was intended to lead you to a job that will fulfill your ambitions. A position that will make the most of your talents, abilities, skills, and knowledge in a way that brings you to a sense of satisfaction in what you are doing.

Having said that, I want to emphasize that many skills that you have developed in your present job are transferable to other fields. Ironically, the present down cycle in the economy may be just the opportunity to consider and pursue other career paths. Let me caution you, once again, that it would be a huge mistake to move into a field that is "hot", but that does not fit you. The amount of money you make or the "perks" that come with the job will not make up for the negative experiences you will have in a job that does not suit you.

If you have not gone through the exercise presented in yesterday's entry to this blog, I suggest that you go back and do that now. After doing that, if you find that you are suited to one of the "hot" job categories below, then you should move ahead quickly to find a job there.

These "hot jobs" are in:

1. Healthcare - One advantage is that these jobs are available in every geographic location. The aging baby-boomer generation has created an increased demand for healthcare jobs. Tremendous advances in biomedical technology adds to the need for people in these professions.
2. Education - In the next 7 years nearly two million teachers are expected to retire. As a result, many school districts are considering relaxing requirements to become a teacher and fill those vacancies.
3. Insurance - When things begin to look threatening, people turn to any means to "insure" that they will come through the tough times in as good shape as possible. Even with the news of financial troubles in the larger insurance companies, the industry in general is hiring.
   
4. Government - Just like teachers above, many government employees are past the mid-life age and will be retiring within the next few years. This is especially important if your results from yesterday's exercise show that you will find satisfaction and fulfillment in a job that "makes a difference" in the world.
5. Security - Similar to insurance, this industry thrives when people feel threatened

If you think that one of these fields suits you, use the techniques presented in Job Finding Formula to explore how you can use the talents, abilities, skills, and knowledge that you already have to find a great job that you will enjoy and that delivers the money you deserve.

Michael Britner
Job Finding Master