One of the ways to cope with recession is considering a career shift.
Not too many likes the idea of changing career plans during a downturn.
However, if you have already felt the effect of recession - say you've
been laid off, why not give a different career path a chance, right? It
may not have quickly crossed your mind to prioritize job security when
choosing a job. However, whether you are choosing your first job or
making a switch, it can be helpful, particularly during our present
economic situation. Indeed, no job is 100% secure. But there are some
industries that have workers feeling more confident that even if they
get fired, the demand is so great that finding another job would be very
easy.
So how do you choose a career that's right for you during a recession?
Here are some recession-proof careers that are worthy of consideration:
Education
There is a great shortage of teachers. No matter how down the economy
is, teachers will always be in-demand. Children will continue to go to
school. Also, lots of unemployed adults may decide to further their
education. Although teaching is not one of the highest-paid careers
there is, making only about $30,000 to $45,000 a year, people will still
settle for a career that does not earn more because they are tired of
being unemployed for a long time. This is especially true for those who
would want to try something new anyway or those who despise the
roller-coaster rid that a corporate life offers.
Healthcare
Job hunters with Information Technology background are said to be a good
fit to the healthcare industry - particularly nursing. This is because
Nursing is an information-driven career. And, it is one useful career
during a recession because healthcare is an industry that does not
usually get affected during these recession times.
Auditing
Auditors are also usually unaffected by downturns. In a recession,
individuals and firms are more probably doing their best to get more
deductions. More people are monitoring their books, so the demand for
auditors or accountants is much greater. So this is a field that you can
jump into during recessions.
Energy and Utilities
Energy consumers may cut back, but the consumption will not stop. The
same with utilities, people will still light their homes. So, jobs like
maintenance and utility administration prove to be more stable than
others during a recession.
Pharmaceuticals
As long as physicians prescribe drugs, people are still going to take
them. This means that if you are working as a pharmacist or as a quality
assurance analyst in pharmaceutical laboratory, you are in good hands.
Health is an ongoing issue and your job will be ensured.
Military
Since the military is always hiring, particularly during wartime, during
a recession soldiers will not be that affected. Serving the military
also means that most of your living expenses will be covered.
Security
Recession does not stop crime. With the increase in layoffs, more people
are considering robbing banks and doing other crimes. So, the need for
security workers becomes greater. Therefore, you can definitely get a
job during recession if you venture into this field.
Environmental Sciences
The convenient truth is that the eco-friendly trend is not going
anywhere. This means that choosing a career in environment-care-related
industries can be a good career choice.
Government
Working for the government can be one of your best choices during this
downturn. This is because many stable jobs can be found in the federal
government. The government will not cease from functioning even during
crisis.
With that variety of career choices, it will not be that difficult to
find one that will save you from this economic situation. There are so
many alternatives that you can choose from.
Title : Change Your Career During Recession
Author : Rui Ludovino
