As a young professional, there are so many job options out there. There are things for people to do with their hands. The jobs that allow you to become creative. And there are even jobs that are dangerous and can even threaten your life. Yet, when you are young, many ignored careers go by the wayside because they aren’t what you always imagined. According to thebalancecareers.com, some of the top careers that kids want to be in when they grow up include:
- Dancing
- Acting
- Musician
- Teacher
- Scientist
- Professional Athlete
- Writer
But for all of the jobs that kids, or at the very least, young professionals, want an exciting job. Yet there are jobs that others do not want to do. These ignored careers can be very well-paid and even easy.
Below are some of the most ignored careers that any young professional would be lucky to have! Please note that all of the jobs here have their median starting pay from the website PayScale.
With that, let’s get started!
Software Developer
A software developer, also known as a computer programmer has the job of creating and writing code, creating and maintaining systems, as well as installing software and its programs.
Many jobs these days have technology linked to them and so, you are never truly out of job material. From the registers at fast food restaurants to the supercomputers of NASA, a software developer is a good career choice. The median pay starts out at around $64,400. Be sure to be good with computers if you want this career field!
Sales Account Executive
The sales account executive has the task of being a representative of the business, as well as finding and bringing aboard new clients. One must also maintain these clients to have a meaningful relationship that can last the entire life of the business. An account executive will have some variety when it comes to their job day-to-day.
For instance, one may have to sell a niche product or service. Or, focus on selling in a specific area of the country or world. You also have the large responsibility to be the main contact for the company for customers to get in touch with. No pressure! The median pay for a sales account executive is $45,400. While this career is ignored, it does have great benefits to it, so don’t be shy!
Lecturer
For this job, you mainly want to know how to speak in public and to have excellent presentation skills. This type of job has ties to education. For instance, having the appropriate skills and credentials can land you a teacher position, a professorship, or even a guest speaker at various schools.
The median pay for a lecturer is $44,600. As long as you don’t lose your voice, then it seems like a pretty good gig!
Real Estate Agent
Many young professionals would rather have an exciting job somewhere in entertainment. While that can be fine and dandy, another ignored career is the real estate agent.
These agents have to be certified in every state and each state has specific rules and guidelines to be a real estate agent. A real estate agent is somebody who assists in the buying and selling of property. This can include, houses, buildings, or land.
There are many complexities to this job and it requires several social skills to make the deal work. The median starting pay for a real estate agent is $43,800.
Social Media Manager
Social media has become a more powerful tool in the modern age. Many companies have started to use it for their own advantages and it is a way to market their brand. These businesses often have social media accounts to have another way to interact with the public. This job requires the skills of a social media manager. While being a social media manager for a company sounds boring, it is far from an ignored career.
These managers use social media to entice new customers and even recruit new employees. A job like this requires social skills, writing skills, communication skills, and knowing how the different platforms work. The median pay for a social media manager is $40,900.
Copywriters
The copywriter is a type of writer who is used by all sorts of businesses and organizations. From banking to agriculture, to medical, and private sectors. A copywriter has the task of communicating the message of the company to the public. They write often in a way that all can understand.
Copywriters also write such as newsletters, documents, messages for the company, and other writing-related projects. A copywriter must be accurate and professional with their work. The median pay for a copywriter is $40,400
Conclusion
Those were six ignored careers because young professionals often want something more exciting in their life. But, you can’t blame the dreams and aspirations of the younger generations. These are still hard-working and creative people who seek to have an exciting and prosperous career.
