Welcome to The 2011 Hot Jobs Guide
Education:
The first thing you’ll want to consider when looking for a new job is, what level of education or accreditation is required by employers. Some industries provide complete on the job training, and no prior education is needed. Manym of the higher paying job jobs with more opportunities for advancement require
advanced qualifications. See the chart on the next page for some examples.
• Knowledge:
Your understanding of an industry should not stop when you leave the classroom. If you really want to set
yourself apart and get one of the best jobs out there, you’ll have to have passion in your work. This will mean reading books at your library, joining industry forums online, or practicing your trade on your own time. The best jobs offer the best benefits because the people seeking them are experts in their field. If you commit yourself to your trade, it will pay off.
• Resume:
Your potential employer’s first impression of you will likely be your resume, so you’ll need to make it as strong as possible. Use online resources to enhance your resume and consider contacting a resume professional to help you along. They know exactly what interviewers are looking for and can make your strengths stand out.
• Self Promotion:
Merely sending your resume to a hundred employers should be considered the bare minimum if you want a hot job. You need to find ways to stand out. Call the company and ask to speak to your prospective manager directly. Offer to work for nothing for a trial period. Consider interning in your desired industry. Join a local trade association to begin making contacts. Be creative, anything you can do to stand out is necessary.
• Interview:
Don’t just dress well and show up to the interview. Prepare for it. Research the company and the industry, and present them with potential opportunities for improvement based on your knowledge. It doesn’t matter if your ideas won’t get used, you’ll be showing your skills in action. Put yourself in the position of the interviewer: what could a candidate do that would floor you in an interview?
• Follow Up:
Don’t leave it up to chance. If you really want a job, get it. Send a follow up thank you email, and consider
calling the interviewer to remind him or her that you’re still extremely interested in the position. Persistence
and enthusiasm can outdo qualifications any day. Getting your dream job is up to YOU!
Complete List of High Growth Job Projections 2008-2018
To give you a more complete understanding of how job projections are made, we’ve sorted through the data
released in the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Projections Report. (All numbers in thousands)
