Sometimes we don’t like our job. Not in the usual way that many people vent about, but in a natural, tangible way that can affect our entire mood, and even our health and our family. This is a significant sign that you need a new job. There are many reasons we stay stuck in a terrible job situation.
Maybe it’s the money, convenience, fear of the unknown, and sometimes it’s because we’re unsure where to look for a new one. Perhaps we’re not sure what we’re qualified to do or what we’d be good at. There are more options than you might think. Half the battle with finding a new job is looking for one.
First, think about what you like to do and try to find jobs centered around that. Look online as friends, and check the office space in town. Sooner or later, you’re bound to find the right fit. However, if you are unsure where to start, keep reading to learn about these ten places you could call your new office.
1. Veterinarian Office
If you’re an animal lover, working in a veterinarian’s office or animal hospital could be the perfect place. While you can undoubtedly go to vet school and become a full-fledged pet doctor, there are many other jobs available that don’t take as much time or money. It’s also a great experience if you’re unsure about becoming a veterinarian.
One such job is a vet technician. This job requires training from a community college or technical school. To become certified, you must pass a state exam. Techs support the vet during exams and procedures. They collect specimens, take vital signs, administer medication, prep animals for surgery, and provide care during recovery.
The average vet tech makes about $40,000 a year. Another job at an animal hospital is as a vet assistant. This job requires a high school diploma and pays an average of $30,000 annually. Assistants help keep the office, exam rooms, and cages tidy. They feed and water pets, take them for walks, and may answer phones, keep up with inventory, and make appointments. Other jobs you may be able to find in a vet’s office include pet groomer and animal nutritionist.
2. Golf Course
Golf courses offer many jobs for people of all ages and skills. You can work at a public course or a private golf club. Groundskeepers are always needed on courses to maintain the courses and surrounding areas. Valets are often used at private clubs. This job offers excellent tips and the chance to drive fancy cars.
Another popular job is that of a caddie; this job requires you to follow golfers, carry their equipment, and make sure they have the proper equipment. This job is excellent for college students – it’s high-paying, gives networking opportunities, and many courses even have caddie scholarships. Private clubs typically have a clubhouse where you can find a job as a cook or server.
Most courses have a pro shop and need people to work as salespeople or managers. Golf courses also have jobs for security personnel, snack bar employees, drink cart drivers (mobile bartenders), and some even hire coaches. Golf course employees enjoy hefty discounts and the chance to work outdoors, meet new people, and be in a relaxed environment.
3. Assisted Living Facility
If you enjoy helping people and being and putting a smile on the faces of older people, working at an assisted living facility may be the right fit for you. Assisted living could be a nursing home where round-the-clock care is needed, or it could be a senior community where residents live semi-independently with assistance when needed. Either way, there are many employment opportunities at these residences.
Assisted living facilities are always in need of nurses and certified health aides. These careers entail hands-on care of residents and ensuring their daily needs are met. If your more socially inclined assisted living residences often need life enrichment and recreational activities, directors.
These jobs entail organizing and implementing fun and entertaining activities for the residents to take part in. Things like dances, movie nights, musical performances, and even trips are all the responsibility of an activity director. Senior living facilities also typically hire social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists.
4. Chiropractic Office
The main job you’d find at a chiropractic office is, of course, that of a chiropractor. These medical professionals help patients relieve pain and discomfort from various causes, including car accidents, sports injuries, and arthritis. They use multiple techniques to help realign the spine, bones, joints, and ligaments to improve mobility and range of motion. While they don’t prescribe medication or are considered medical doctors, chiropractors attend four years of post-graduate school and a year of internship before they can practice.
If becoming a chiropractic doctor is not what you’re looking for, other jobs are available. These offices typically need receptionists and office managers and often employ massage therapists, acupuncturists, and nutritionists. The average chiropractor makes about $85,000 per year.
5. Salon
Are you interested in helping people look their best? A career in the salon industry could be the new job you’re looking for. The term salon can envelop many areas, such as hair salons, nail salons, and waxing. Sometimes, everything is under one roof, but salons usually focus on individual services.
A well-run salon needs many skilled hands, so you’ll likely find something you enjoy. Typically, a salon employs hair stylists, nail technicians, and estheticians (professionals who focus on skin and waxing). These professions require training from a trade school, an exam, and licensing from the state. These are great jobs for people who want a flexible schedule.
Other jobs in a salon can include receptionist, manager, and stylist assistant. An assistant will typically clean up workstations, maintain equipment, do inventory, and may shampoo clients. The salary for salon workers can vary significantly from the state’s minimum wage up to $100,000 a year for salon owners.
6. Casino
If you like the hustle and bustle, entertainment, and people, a casino could be your perfect work environment. There are several jobs available in casinos. The fact that most are inside hotels can give you even more job opportunities. Perhaps the most high-profile job is that of a card dealer.
This is a fast-paced, fun job that allows you to use your quick wits and meet exciting people. You’re in the heart of the casino, so you get to be where the action is. Rumor has it that the tips are pretty great, too. If dealing cards is not your thing, there are plenty of other casino jobs.
Casinos always need security, from front-end enforcement to behind-the-scenes camera monitors that check to see if people are cheating. Other jobs include drink staff, machine repair person, manager, and hospitality concierge. Casinos often coincide with hotels and restaurants that employ many positions, from chefs and wait staff to hospitality and maintenance professionals. Many casinos have live entertainment and performances, so if you’re a comedian or in a band, sign up for an audition!
7. Dentist Office
When you think of a dental office, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the dentist and the possible procedure they’ll be doing on you. While that’s unpleasant, working in a dental office can be great! You can go to dental school and become a dentist.
Being a dentist is a rewarding career and provides a much-needed service for communities. But it can be a long and expensive process. It takes about eight years to become a dentist, and that does not include if you choose a specialty. But don’t despair; there are other great jobs to be had in a dentist’s office if you don’t want to be the actual dentist.
One of the most important and exciting jobs is a dental hygienist. This job requires completing a dental hygienist program at a community college or technical school. Then, you’ll need to pass a comprehensive exam and apply for licensure. But it’s well worth it since the average hygienist can make over fifty dollars an hour.
General duties include taking x-rays, cleaning patients’ teeth, prepping patients to see the dentist, sterilizing and sanitizing the exam rooms and equipment, and assisting the dentist during procedures. This job is excellent for anyone who likes flexibility in their schedule, is good with people, and enjoys helping others.
8. Outdoors
There is something so refreshing about working in the great outdoors: the fresh air, the sunshine, and the scenery. Luckily, there are plenty of outdoor jobs to be had. There are so many options for outdoor work; you can take your pick based on your interests and skills.
For instance, if you like animals and nature, you could work at a zoo, state park, or nature preserve. If you are good with your hand, have an eye for detail, and enjoy making things beautiful, you could consider landscaping, hardscaping design, or becoming a gardener. Perhaps you enjoy being in and around the water. In that case, you could become a lifeguard, a pool manager, work on a boat, or become a marine biologist.
If you enjoy working with children, consider a side gig at a summer camp or educational nature center. Other jobs where you can enjoy the great outdoors are construction worker, solar panel installer, lawn install professional, roofer, and sports coach. The education and training for these jobs vary significantly, from a high school diploma to a master’s degree. So find a job that interests you and start researching!
9. Auto Repair Shop
If you love cars and are mechanically inclined, consider the wonderful world of auto repair. Working on vehicles can be a lucrative profession, and there’s never a lack of work. You can even become certified to repair luxury cars and other vehicles. BMW and Mercedes auto repair technicians are in high demand right now.
You also have your choice to work in the interior workings (engine, etc.) or the outside, concentrating on auto body repair. Here, you’ll repair anything from dents and dings to significant damage caused by accidents. Being an auto mechanic allows you to work with your hands, problem-solve, meet new people, and be a hero. Most people love their mechanics and revere them like they do their doctor or hairstylist.
Like those professions, if you’re good at what you do, you’ll build a loyal client base that will stick with you for years and spread the word. While no formal training is mandated in many states to become an entry-level mechanic, it is recommended that you attend a technical school or training program. If you want to move up the ladder, you’ll need formal training.
10. Sports Store
Are you a sports fan? An athlete? Do you need formal training if you love being active? If you have questions, then working in a sports store could be right for you. The best part is that many sporting goods stores are specialty shops, meaning they focus on selling equipment or gear for one specific area.
For example, you can find many sports stores that sell only camping and fishing gear. So, if you’re an enthusiastic fisherman or camper, you can use your knowledge and experience to help people find and purchase the proper equipment for their needs. Other stores may focus only on competitive sports and sell baseball, basketball, or football equipment. There’s nothing like the self-esteem boost of conveying your knowledge to others.
Customers also appreciate it when their salesperson has personal experience and uses their self-esteem when selling. A sports store job can include being a retail associate, manager, warehouse, or stockroom associate. Some stores even employ people to give lessons and instructions on using equipment or skills training.
A new job can not only put money in your pocket, but it can be great for your mental and physical health. New experiences, people, and places can be refreshing and the motivation to make other changes in your life. We hope you found one or more of these jobs inspirational for your career journey.
