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Alonna
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What are some fun jobs that pay well?
For my future career, I would like to do something that can support myself and my family but also enjoy going to my job everyday.
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Michael Arnold
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Spring Hill, Tennessee
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Michael’s Answer
A tricky part of finding a job or a career that is fun is that the definition of what someone finds fun will likely change over time. Additionally, what looks fun from the outside can be something completely different than expected. For example, many people look at people they follow on YouTube and see that their videos are fun and exciting. Many people look at that and think that it must be a fun and easy job to make a 10 to 20 minute video every day but what they don't see is the hours of research that may be needed to speak on a subject, the time that goes into writing out a script that they want to follow, the hours it takes to record multiple clips and editing of those clips and the pressure that comes with all that to keep the quality of the content to something that people want to see.
That being said, my best advice is to look at yourself and make a list of things that you enjoy doing, or that you might enjoy doing then do some research to find out what people doing that job think. Ask them about the parts of the job that people on the outside don't see. Then it comes to the hard question. You have to ask yourself if you can see yourself putting in the time and effort to make the money that job would take, and if would you still enjoy it.
That last part is critical. I know many people who like to write books and stories, but if they were required to complete them as part of a job, they wouldn't find it nearly as rewarding and fun. Sometimes things that you enjoy are best to be left outside of work and kept as a hobby.
Once you have found something that you want to pursue, that is the time to start down the path of obtaining the skills that it will take. Whether that is an advanced degree through university, certification through specialty programs, or going through a technical trade school program just put in the work.
That being said, my best advice is to look at yourself and make a list of things that you enjoy doing, or that you might enjoy doing then do some research to find out what people doing that job think. Ask them about the parts of the job that people on the outside don't see. Then it comes to the hard question. You have to ask yourself if you can see yourself putting in the time and effort to make the money that job would take, and if would you still enjoy it.
That last part is critical. I know many people who like to write books and stories, but if they were required to complete them as part of a job, they wouldn't find it nearly as rewarding and fun. Sometimes things that you enjoy are best to be left outside of work and kept as a hobby.
Once you have found something that you want to pursue, that is the time to start down the path of obtaining the skills that it will take. Whether that is an advanced degree through university, certification through specialty programs, or going through a technical trade school program just put in the work.
Rebecca Tang
Banking
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Hong Kong
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Rebecca’s Answer
Thank you for the question. Many students may have the same question.
Apparently, if you work in the career you have interest, you will have fun and you can do it good.
Below are my suggestions :
1. Think about your hobbies, interest, favorite subjects, etc. and identify the related jobs
E.g. If you have interest in Maths, would you like to be an accountant, banker, engineer, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc.
If you like music, would you like to be a musician, singer, composer, music producer, music teacher, etc.
2. Find out more on these careers and identify what have interest
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counsellor, your parents, etc.
4. Shortlist 1-2 jobs you would like to pursue
5. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subject in the college
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Apparently, if you work in the career you have interest, you will have fun and you can do it good.
Below are my suggestions :
1. Think about your hobbies, interest, favorite subjects, etc. and identify the related jobs
E.g. If you have interest in Maths, would you like to be an accountant, banker, engineer, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc.
If you like music, would you like to be a musician, singer, composer, music producer, music teacher, etc.
2. Find out more on these careers and identify what have interest
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counsellor, your parents, etc.
4. Shortlist 1-2 jobs you would like to pursue
5. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subject in the college
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Madeleine Ekeberg Schneider
Consulting Analyst
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Washington, Washington
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Madeleine’s Answer
Looks like you have some great answers here already! I would also suggest thinking about the setting and routines of a job. For example, if you want to have a job that has set hours where you have similar tasks, or do you want a job that's less predictable where you have different tasks or projects that vary a lot. Do you want to work in the same place (same office every day), or do you want a job that needs you to travel, or a job that gives you the flexibility to work from home. Likewise, do you want to be working with the same people every day (like in an office), or do you enjoy interacting with new people every day (an outward-facing position with patients or clients).
Hope this helps, and remember that plenty of people change their careers or find opportunities to shift within the same industry after they've been working for many years!
Hope this helps, and remember that plenty of people change their careers or find opportunities to shift within the same industry after they've been working for many years!
Gus S
Consultant
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Los Angeles, California
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Gus’s Answer
Hi Alonna,
Great question! As others have mentioned, there are a variety of jobs and industries that can be fun to work in. I would say there three main factors that make a job fun:
1) The people you work with
2) The company values
3) The industry
1. Working with people who are enjoyable makes any job fun. When research and applying to companies, try to find ones that have a great company culture and are inviting. Or talk to your friends or mentors to get their perspective on companies that they have worked at.
2. Speaking of company culture, a fun job can be based on the tone that is set by management. A lot of companies (particularly start-ups) pride themselves on having a fun work environment by encouraging team events, social hours, and team bonding activities.
3. A fun industry is specific to you. What are your interests? Are there industries with jobs that align with those interests? By doing a bit of self-reflection, you can start to find areas of the market that interest you.
Great question! As others have mentioned, there are a variety of jobs and industries that can be fun to work in. I would say there three main factors that make a job fun:
1) The people you work with
2) The company values
3) The industry
1. Working with people who are enjoyable makes any job fun. When research and applying to companies, try to find ones that have a great company culture and are inviting. Or talk to your friends or mentors to get their perspective on companies that they have worked at.
2. Speaking of company culture, a fun job can be based on the tone that is set by management. A lot of companies (particularly start-ups) pride themselves on having a fun work environment by encouraging team events, social hours, and team bonding activities.
3. A fun industry is specific to you. What are your interests? Are there industries with jobs that align with those interests? By doing a bit of self-reflection, you can start to find areas of the market that interest you.
Roopa Rudrapatna
Engineer
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Jersey City, New Jersey
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Roopa’s Answer
There are plenty of opportunities in this world. You need to think about your passions. Do you want to work for a company or do you want to start a small business? Do you want to work from home? Do you like to work in healthcare, technology etc.
They all pay you well. Whatever field you choose, spend some time volunteering and see if you like that field/job. If you like to work in the technology area, take some courses. These days, you can learn literally learn anything on you tube and decide what you want to do. Good luck!
They all pay you well. Whatever field you choose, spend some time volunteering and see if you like that field/job. If you like to work in the technology area, take some courses. These days, you can learn literally learn anything on you tube and decide what you want to do. Good luck!
Aaron Holloway
Mortgage Operations-Closing Specialist
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Detroit, Michigan
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Aaron’s Answer
Hello,
I would recommend finding your passion and your interests. There are many careers that are fun and exciting, however it is all in what you make it.
Fields such as Fashion, Sports, Technology, Entertainment and others can offer an exciting career. Jobs such as video game designer, video game player for example can be fun, however require a lot of time and skill. Starting your own business around a passion or interest of yours can be something that could be fun for you, however you will need a solid plan and conduct research on if your chosen profession is viable and sustainable to provide a good living for yourself.
See the links below:
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/most-fun-jobs
https://www.janbasktraining.com/blog/fun-jobs-that-pay-well/
https://moneywise.com/employment/fun-dream-jobs-that-pay-well
I would recommend finding your passion and your interests. There are many careers that are fun and exciting, however it is all in what you make it.
Fields such as Fashion, Sports, Technology, Entertainment and others can offer an exciting career. Jobs such as video game designer, video game player for example can be fun, however require a lot of time and skill. Starting your own business around a passion or interest of yours can be something that could be fun for you, however you will need a solid plan and conduct research on if your chosen profession is viable and sustainable to provide a good living for yourself.
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david kirk
Retired Computing Manager
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Syracuse, New York
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david’s Answer
Well, you already have some super suggestions. I encourage you to also differentiate between a job that you enjoy, as opposed to one that is fun. That may seem alike, but I mention this only for word clarification. For example, you might find much satisfaction and a strong sense of worth in a job, but it might not be a 'fun' environment. That could apply to any career, but only if it is something you enjoy doing. The old saying, "Find a job you enjoy and you'll never work a day in your life." What I'm saying, Alonna, is that if you enter a career that you enjoy, you will manage to find fun (or enjoyment or satisfaction) in it. I know you will do well. All the best.
Vamshee Gunturu
Principal Engineer
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Chandler, Arizona
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Vamshee’s Answer
It doesn’t matter if you want to go into hospitality, sports, technology or another field; you can always get a fun, high-paying job.
But remember that everyone has their idea of what makes a job “fun,”
Usually there are lot of good paying jobs requires bachelor's degree. Not having a college degree doesn't have to be a setback, but having a professional degree brings you more high paying jobs with great benefits.
So, find out your interests, passion and pick a right profession and get into a college.
Define what salary/income you consider good paying job meaning? 30K or 50K or 100K Per year?
All the best for your future endeavors