Explore Your Career Options

Whether or not you are just entering the work world, your career options are varied and often confusing. It seems a new title is introduced every minute. Who knew that Blogger would become a profession? Or Pet Psychologist?

I am not making fun of these positions, only pointing out that job opportunities today are diverse and unusual. No longer are we in the days of secretary, doctor, nurse, construction worker, farmer, etc. Yes, these jobs do exist, but they are surrounded by an array of others - virtual assistant, acupuncturist, etc.

How do you choose a career with so many options in front of you?

I'm here to help.

In order to select your career options, you have to know what they are. Today, there are literally thousands of opportunities available. Some are higher demand than others. Some require extensive education.

You can choose a career based on any number of factors

These include:

• Your passions
• Your education level
• Your location
• Your desired income
• Your ideals

Almost anything can be criteria for picking a field of work. Your career options you choose are up to you.

Want to know more? Check these out:

Career Videos
In each of the following industries, you will find a video of a specific occupation. Just click on Career Videos and look down the list. Advanced Manufacturing * Aerospace * Automotive * Business Construction * Education * Energy * Financial Services * Health Care * Homeland Security * Hospitality * Information Technology * Retail * Transportation * Biotechnology * Geospatial Technology * Nanotechnology * Other Occupations

Top 50 Jobs
Here is a list of the top 50 professions in the United States according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Top 50 In Demand Occupations
This is a study by Career Voyages

Jobs Requiring Higher Education
Each of the listed professions requires at least a four year degree. Most require even further education in order to enter the field.

Jobs Requiring Less Education
The Professions here may require some education, but never more than a two-year degree. Great career options for someone who isn't gung ho on college.

Highest Income Jobs
Here are the ten highest paying jobs in the United States. If you are outside of the country, a little research may bring up what is most lucrative (and legal) in your part of the world.

Family Friendly Work
The jobs listed here are known to be family friendly by offering excellent benefits, flexibility and other family-oriented options.

Emerging Fields
The world of work is constantly changing. These fields are new and growing. Expect this page to change often as new opportunities arise and others become commonplace.

Service Jobs
If you like working with and helping people, these jobs offer you the chance to do so and earn a living.

Technology Jobs
Probably the most popular sector today, technology offers a wide spectrum of work opportunities.

Creative Jobs
For those who live to create, whether visual art, music, writing or other media, this is where to find out more about the opportunities available for the creative worker.

Self-Employment
Some of us are not happy working for someone else. In that case, the options for working for yourself are endless. Explore what is available here.