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According to the business website Conference Board, less than half of employees are happy with their jobs. One of the greatest challenges of having a desk job is not the monotony, but the associated health problems resulting from sitting all day in front of a screen. Below introduces six careers that will keep you active and on the go.
Personal Trainer
This is one of the best jobs for those passionate about health, nutrition and fitness. Personal trainers provide one-on-one training to clients at fitness facilities. Personal trainers work with their clients to develop a customized fitness program. Most personal trainers complete a certification program, such as through the American Council on Exercise (ACE).
Photographer
This is one job that has zero educational requirements. However, most photographers need formal technical training and a creative eye for detail. Being a news, portrait or commercial photographer is an excellent ways to travel, interact with many people and actively experience life.
Freelance Writer
While writers do spend the majority of their time in front of a screen, they are in full control of their schedule. Freelance writers are able to write anywhere and at any time. Many freelance writers have a set amount of weekly articles they write and enjoy the freedom and flexibility that comes with being self-employed.
Social Worker Assistant
Social worker assistant’s primary job function is to supervise and document visits between parents and their children for the family court to review. Social worker assistants work closely with foster parents, teachers, therapists and children placed in foster care. Being a social worker assistant involves a lot of face to face interaction with clients and traveling to different places.
Safety Inspector
Most safety inspectors have a degree in occupational health, hygiene or safety. They work closely with OSHA to ensure that companies are not only legally compliant, but also have safe work environments. Safety inspectors work in different industries and regularly travel to inspect different manufacturing or business facilities.
Electrical Engineering
Every industry relies on electrical engineers for growth, innovation and maintenance. Many multinational companies send their experienced engineers to their overseas facilities in developing countries. Getting a master’s in electrical engineering online is a great way to get paid to work and travel abroad.
There are exciting careers for those who don’t want to work behind a desk every day. Learn more job satisfaction statistics here: https://www.conference-board.org/topics/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=2785.
Rachelle Wilber is a freelance writer living in the San Diego, California area. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Media Studies. She tries to find an interest in all topics and themes, which prompts her writing. When she isn’t on her porch writing in the sun, you can find her shopping, at the beach, or at the gym. Follow her on Twitter: @RachelleWilber; and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009221637700
