Employment Spot

Some people have fun performing audits or preparing taxes (seriously!) while others think that alligator wrestling is fun (apparently they think risking their life is fun too…) Because everybody has a different definition of “fun”, it is impossible for everyone to agree with a single list of the “Top 10 Fun Jobs.” Whether you are creative, a problem-solver, social butterfly, thrill-seeker or humanitarian, here is a list of fun careers that cater to your personal definition of “fun.” Read the rest of this entry �

Do you ever wish you could spend all your time traveling to new and exciting countries?  Are you down about the fact that you will never rack up enough vacation days to take your dream trip to the jungles of Thailand?  Or maybe it’s something as simple as your daily routine of sitting in a cubicle from 9-5 is finally starting to get old.  Whether you are a wannabe jet-setter with dreams of exploring the world or you just want to get out of your hometown and take a chance at living somewhere new, there are many different types of travel jobs that may give you the experience (or career) of a lifetime.  Read the rest of this entry �

The “It’s Probably Time” Contest offers you the opportunity to enter a video contest for a chance to win $5,000!

CareerBuilder recently broadcast its new commercial during the Super Bowl. If you can relate to it, you could be well on your way to winning one of three prizes. You need to show us in a short video your worst workplace moment(s).

Three Steps for Submission:

1. Create your original and humorous 45 second or less video
2. Upload the video to your account on YouTube.com
3. Complete and submit the application at ItsProbablyTime.com by March 10th

After the submission deadline on March 10, 2009, there will also be an online, public voting period from March 24, 2009 – April 7, 2009. Don’t forget to come back to see the finalists and vote for your favorite!

For complete details and contest rules, go to http://www.itsprobablytime.com

Are you glued to Animal Planet on the TV every night, taking frequent trips to the zoo or always getting caught in a pet store?  If you love animals, how would you like to combine this passion with your career?  Caring for and protecting animals, forming companionships and gaining a better understanding of animal behavior are just some of the many ways jobs with animals provide great job satisfaction and fulfillment to animal lovers.  There are many different types of jobs with animals, from pet jobs such as dog groomers and obedience trainers, to jobs that involve exotic animals in the wild. Read the rest of this entry �

Do the more conventional career paths such as manager, banker or doctor seem boring to you?  There are so many different unusual jobs out there, but it’s hard to find them when surrounded by a corporate world.  Whether you are reconsidering your career or just looking out of curiosity for information on some of the most unusual careers, take a look at some of these unusual jobs.  Some are more practical than others, some might sound like pretty weird jobs, but all are unique.  Whatever the job is, there is a good chance that you didn’t hear about it from your old high school guidance counselor.

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