Top Ten Best Careers for 2011

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If you are like most people out there, you need a job. Unless you are a trust fund kid, winner of the lottery, couch-surfer or equally lucky and disconnected member of the workforce, employment is essential in everyday survival.

That in mind, wouldn’t it be good to have an idea as to what are the best jobs out there right now? Which occupations have reached the highest levels of popularity in current society and which ones are expected to continue growing and prospering?

Sometimes it’s not all about the salary. An ideal job provides both sufficient pay and a low stress level. One without the other just doesn’t cut it. To be rich and stressed out is surely no fun and neither is being broke with a relatively easy job.

The following jobs combine an expectation to grow, decent salary, and a manageable stress level:

Financial Analyst – With an average income of around 85k, this job is great for people who work well with numbers and possess strong communication skills. Every business needs strong financial analysis in making important business decisions, and these jobs are projected to continue growing.

Film and Video Editor – Social media and the Internet have transformed the way in which companies promote themselves and get the word out there. With YouTube as an easy and accessible resource in doing so, these positions are great for artistic types that are good with computers and are looking to make an average of 64k.  

Mediator – For those types that possess exceptional skills in conflict resolution and listening to both sides of a story, this is a great career path, especially if you don’t mind making an average of 63k a year.

Public Relations Specialist – For up-and-coming Communications graduates or for those with experience and education in similar fields, these jobs are growing rapidly as our media are continually advancing. At 59k a year, these jobs are great for people who know to get the media’s attention.

Career Court Reporter – The ability to type fast, outstanding listening skills and focus are just a few of the key traits in this career field. At an average of 52k a year, not a bad job for someone who doesn’t mind a whole lot of transcribing.

Meeting Planner – For those that possess natural skills in coordinating and initializing big events, this position is booming. Educational institutions, businesses and cities alike all need events and meetings planned. This job pays on average 48k a year.

Computer Support Specialist - We all might use computers on a daily basis in our work environments, but we are by no means all experts. With our rapidly advancing technological world, these positions are increasing in numbers and pay about 47k a year.

Interpreter/ Translator – In our current global economy, interpretation in business meetings and translation of documents are growing needs. These positions can earn on average 46k a year.

Athletic Trainer – For athletic types that also possess strong knowledge of how our bodies function, these positions are perfect for those who like to spend all day in the gym anyways. Athletic and personal trainers earn about 44k a year.

Massage Therapist – As we are learning more and more about the benefits of massage therapy and taking care of our bodies, these jobs are on the rise. Predicted to keep growing in demand, this position pays on average 39k a year.

 

 

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