5 Unexpected Careers in the Travel Industry

5 Unexpected Careers in the Travel Industry While several graduates are perfectly okay with working 9 to 5 jobs, a few feel the need to travel and see the world in its full glory. These individuals have a sense of adventure, a longing to have varying experiences, and so they venture into the numerous job opportunities that the travel industry has to offer. The travel industry today is totally different from what it looked like years ago, due to the several upgrades in technology and the economy. This has facilitated the inclusion of many jobs that could not have existed some decades ago, meaning that people who want to keep a job while traveling can now choose these emerging careers. Below, some of these unconventional careers in the travel industry will be discussed. Travel Agents Travel agents help their customers ease the process of planning trips. A travel agent has to check the price of flight tickets, book hotels, and research schedules for their clients. The job description of most travel agents varies depending on the client they work for and the regions in which they’re employed. The major goal of every travel agent, however, is client satisfaction. Travel agents mainly work with individuals and plan everything pertaining to travel for their clients, with some working for agencies while others work freelance. Corporate travel agents mainly work with businesses and make travel plans for employees. While some travel agents work indoors all year round, others get to visit the destinations they promote and so they can make better recommendations to their clients. Travel agents also have several links in the industry that can facilitate discounts for their travels. Tour Guide If you’re good with people, then this might be the job for you. Tour guides enhance the experience and quality of trips for travelers by pointing out historical structures and giving a breakdown of past events that have taken place in the region. Tour guides work on foot, boats or buses while taking their clients through some of the most marvelous places on the globe. Heritage coach tour guides give archaeological and historical information on sites, adventure guides lead clients on tours that are likely to raise adrenaline levels, and nature guides help tourists enjoy animal and plant life. Some tour guides work other jobs during the year and others only on coach holidays. Auditor It’s quite surprising to many that a job in the financial sector would require frequent travel. Auditors make sure the financial statements presented by companies are true and fair so as not to mislead the public. In order for an auditor to be absolutely sure the numbers in a company’s books are accurate, they travel down to the company to verify the statements. This basically means an auditor has several companies to travel to in the course of a job. Although auditors spend several weeks at a single location where the company is based, they still get to travel to at least 5 different regions in the space of a year. This is an ideal career if you’re good with numbers and are looking for something different to do after your education. Hotel Inspectors Hotels need a hotel inspector to test the quality of food, accommodation and customer service in order to uphold its reputation. The job description involves booking several flights across the country to get to different hotels, making the most of its amenities and room service without really paying for it. You can visit multiple hotels in one destination, before jetting off to somewhere different and doing the same thing, sometimes accompanied by your friends and family. The only issue about being a hotel inspector is the differing qualities in hotels to be inspected. Some hotels could be downright horrible, which mean a couple of unpleasant days for the inspector. Travel Bloggers Travel bloggers travel a lot while documenting details about their tours and travels all you’d need is a laptop, a smartphone or a quality camera and you’re good to go. You can make money from it by choosing an aspect of your travels or goals that makes you unique, set up your blog and then build a brand, audience or following. While it’s not that easy making money from a travel blog, and you’ll certainly have to act like an entrepreneur of your own company. You will need to work hard to grow your business in order to become ‘valuable’ enough to companies for them to partner with you. This could result in sponsored posts, being offered trips to review, or setting up Ads or affiliate marketing on your site. It has been noted that travel bloggers need enough income that can sustain them for quite a while when first venturing out there. This is because of the time it takes to build the foundation needed to attract sponsors â€" it can take two years at least to grow a decent-sized following. Traveling the world is something many people would love to do but they don’t necessarily have the means to. There are certain careers in the travel industry that can take care of all expenses that come with travel while making a living, thereby killing two birds with one stone. These careers include auditing, hotel inspecting, blogging, and many more, each role incredibly different from each other, meaning that there is something for everyone in the travel industry. About the author: Ruby Clarkson is a freelance writer who specializes in career advice, startups and anything in between. Alongside this, she is passionate about seeing the world, and when she isnt writing, she can be found either planning her next trip or snuggled up with a book.  

8 things you learn in your first year of work

8 things you learn in your first year of work Joining the workforce is a wonderful and terrifying thing. This times when we screw up are the most memorable and formative of our lives, but it is the things that we learn and take away from these experiences that really matter. Here are 10 things which you will undoubtedly learn in your first year out of education and in the workplace â€" take a look, and get a head start on your friends by avoiding the most obvious of mistakes.  Getting up at 6:30am every day is hard, but you can do it.  You thought it was tricky getting up for that 9am lecture? You’ll soon discover that early mornings are much easier when you have no option, and when you have the threat of probation hanging over your head.  You did not work as hard as you could have worked at university  Once you’re actually solidly working between the hours of 9am and 5pm, you’ll realize just how much time you spent procrastinating and not working at Uni â€" and that’s okay. University is a balance of fun, trying out new things and working. You’ll soon find out that working life is slightly harder to balance.  Bosses can be mean, and you can’t be rude back  Despite all unions, tribunals and stands against unfair work practice you may have heard of, you’ll soon discover that lots of people who work in offices are just downright mean. You will, most likely, have a boss that you can’t stand (and that can’t stand you) at some point in your career. Of course anything untoward or particularly nasty should be reported, but you’ll come to learn that office bitchiness is just part of the lifestyle.  You need to slog away at work you don’t like  Everyone will tell you that you will have to work in jobs you don’t like to reach your dream job â€" what they won’t tell you is that these jobs will often feel pointless, like they’re leading you in the wrong direction, and aren’t helping you at all. For example, how can 5 months of cold-calling on the sales frontier help prepare you for a career in law? But never fear, with time you will come to understand how formative and important these sorts of experiences are.  Caffeine addictions are easy to develop  The office environment is one often fraught will tensions, stress and, conversely, boredom. Whether you end up drinking coffee to get through that all-nighter to complete all your work, or gulping down tea to pass the time, you’ll soon find yourself unable to crawl out of bed in the mornings without a strong dose of caffeine. Going out on a work night is never a good idea  No matter what your colleagues tell you, or how enticing a particular club night is, you will never be able to function fully after an alcohol-fueled night lacking sleep.  Make sure you know and understand your contract  It is a foolhardy graduate who signs away their life to their first contract without reading the small print. Look at holiday, notice period whether reasons need to be given if they sack you. You should never sign anything without reading it first, but this is especially important with an employment contract, since it dominates such a large part of your life.  If your job makes you miserable you should leave it  This is a lesson that can take some time to learn and does, of course, come with a few caveats. As long as you can afford to leave and have a good prospect of getting employment elsewhere, you should leave a job if it has consistently made you miserable for a considerable period of time. If you know there is light at the end of the tunnel in the form of a promotion or the like then stick it out, but if you can’t see the role progressing or going anywhere, search for employment elsewhere. Alexandra Jane writes for Inspiring Interns, which specialises in sourcing candidates for  internships and graduate jobs.  

11 day. My husband. The meaning of my to-do list.

My 9/11 day. My husband. The meaning of my to-do list. I was standing at the bottom of the Word Trade Center when it fell. I was standing so close that I didnt know it fell. I thought earthquake, until I couldnt breathe. Then I thought nuclear bomb. Now, when I let my head go back to that day, there are two moments I most easily go back to: Moment 1: At one point I was with five men in dress shirts and ties totally covered with debris. We had each climbed into a bank next to the World Trade Center site. Debris coated our throats and we had all just fought over who got to drink water out of the toilet. When it turned out there was enough water, we went together to a hallway and sat on the floor. I started crying. The guys looked at me like I was going to be trouble and moved away. But one guy put his arm around me. Moment 2: Minutes later. The men and I split up outside and lost each other quickly. None of us had any idea where we were. There was no one walking. I was all alone. I was still so disoriented that I didnt know the building fell, even though I was walking at the site. Then some woman, wearing completely clean clothing, took my hand and told me to walk with her. She shepherded me nearly ten miles on foot, patiently waiting through my many screaming panic attacks, to her apartment on the Upper West Side. Those are the two scenes I usually think about when I think about 9/11. But sometimes, if I am feeling like it might be an okay time to cry, Ill let myself go to other stuff. Like, the part right before I heard someone break a window in that bank. The part when I thought I would die. I remember realizing my mouth was open but I was not taking in air. So I shut my mouth. I remember thinking I wish I had shut my mouth sooner so maybe I could have held air in my body a few seconds longer. Then I accepted death. That does really happen. You quickly run through everything that matters. It is so fast how you do that. Because I know you know this: Not much matters. I had no kids. I thought of my brothers and my husband. I felt sad. Then I felt fine. And I waited to die. I could not find anything else to do. I could not see or breathe. Then I did not die. Then I climbed in that bank window. People wonder what the hell Im still doing with my husband when things are so bad between us right now. But I have been one minute from death, and all I wanted in that moment was to see what life would be like with him. Thats what I wanted. I felt enormous disappointment that I would never know. I just wanted to see things with us unfold. So Im not giving that up. Not now. And heres what happened when I got to that Upper West Side apartment. My husband walked ten miles to pick me up. I told him I was fine and he took me straight to the hospital. He told me, later, that even though the woman put me in the shower, even though I did not say what happened, he could still see debris stuck deep in my ear and he knew that things had been bad. Doctors bandaged my eyes shut. My husband held my arm for three days, showing me where to go. For a week, he stayed by my side every moment. I didnt shower. I barely slept. My ability to stay in reality was limited. And he was there the whole time. And then, months later, I went to trauma recovery group. A lot. And then I started reframing the story. I stopped blaming myself for walking toward the World Trade Center when I heard there was danger. I stopped thinking of the trauma as derailing my life and started thinking of it as a new path. And then, I started working. A little at first. But soon, at full-throttle. So, look, its true that I know what its like to be on ones death bed. That saying that you never say, I wish I worked harder. Its absurd. You dont have any thoughts like that at all. You just have your family in your heart. You see there is not a lot of room for stuff there. Your family takes up everything in those last seconds. And then, you go back to work and its totally stupid. Right? What is more important than being with your family? Thats what you say to yourself. But heres what I am giving up. The idea that every second could be my last second. Because then you are not living life. Yes, its true, work is not as meaningful as family. And yes, its true, I did not think about my to-do list when I faced death. But if youre not dead, your to-do list matters. Because thats what life is. Life is getting up and going to work on things that are high on your list. Work in your pajamas, maybe, or in a corn field, or in the car to drive the kids to school. Its all work. Its what were doing here. And its a treat. So what has changed? I appreciate kindness more. The kindness of an arm around my shoulder, the kindness of a warm shower from a stranger. The kindness of my husband. And I appreciate the daily routine of life. Waking up. Tending the to-do list. And not treating every moment like its my last. Because its not. This is my life, unfolding. Its my dream come true. Its not unfolding like I thought it would, but Im getting to watch it. Thank god.

A Golden Opportunity How to Prepare for a Job in Healthcare -

A Golden Opportunity How to Prepare for a Job in Healthcare - The healthcare industry is currently one of the best places to seek employment in the USA.    Opportunities are rife, with an average of 30,000 new roles regularly becoming available every month. That explosive growth isn’t set to stop. Projections suggest the number of jobs within healthcare will grow by 18% before 2026. The industry now employs more people than any other sector in the country, with reports suggesting that only the US government has more active workers. Healthcare even beats out retail for the number one spot. We arent just talking highly-trained doctors, surgeons and other staff with years of college education either. The healthcare industry’s growth is bringing in thousands of job roles from across a range of fields. Everyone â€" from reception staff to supportive care providers â€" is seeing new opportunities. If you are looking for a change of career path, now is the perfect time to consider a job in healthcare. Demand for competent employees is high. But this leads to two questions: How do you become a viable candidate for a role in the industry? How do you succeed in healthcare if you land the job? For many, success is all about good preparation. Being ready for the job before you even step through the door could be the key to a long-life career in healthcare. So what steps can you take to support that goal? Become Community Orientated Healthcare often requires a lot of customer-facing work. You’ll likely be dealing with many different people throughout your working day â€"   whether you are providing supportive care for patients in a hospital or arranging appointments for clients of a dental practice. Preparation for this sort of work can start early. So get involved in opportunities that require similar community engagement. Volunteer roles or integrating yourself with local organizations can be a great way of supporting this sort of personal development. But why not just wait until you start your role? Because learning these skills now can help you adjust to your new position at a faster rate, and also impress employers. By building up your experience of face-to-face interaction, you can acquire essential skills for jobs in healthcare. These skills include confidence, patience, excellent communication, and team skills, as well as demonstrating you have the right attitude for the role. Obtain Some Formal Training There is no denying the healthcare industry can be a high-stress, high-intensity place to work. However, it is also incredibly rewarding. Based on employee happiness ratings submitted through staff surveys, those in healthcare are happier than the national average. To obtain this level of happiness from your job, though, you need to know what you are doing. In healthcare, the key to personal satisfaction is navigating those high-stress, high-intensity situations. Successful navigation of these situations is often down to competence and an ability to perform. The more you can learn about how to cope and handle your role before starting your career in healthcare, the better. This means â€" where possible â€" you should obtain formal training. Internships and shadow schemes are incredibly powerful ways to learn what you need. Courses in patient care, computer software, project management, and other general skills will provide crucial advantages to you once you start your job. Formal training has the added benefit of looking good on your resume and boosting your chances of landing work in the first place. Learn about Your Sector When you go into a Starbucks, you expect the barista behind the counter to be able to tell you about the differences in the coffee they’re selling. When you go into an Apple store, you ask questions assuming the clerk knows which laptop or phone is going to suit your needs. While the healthcare industry is a bit more complicated, patients and clients are still going to ask questions and expect you to know what you are talking about. As a result, you need to know what you are talking about. You want to think about your specific niche within healthcare. For instance, are you going to be part of chiropractic, dentistry, or primary care? Become fluent in the language of your chosen specialism. Learn about the treatments and procedures; the costs and timeframes; the long-term results and the risk factors. It will take time, effort, and dedication to achieve this level of insight. But it’s what people will expect of you when working in healthcare. Without this knowledge, you may find yourself unprepared for the demands of the job. Equip Yourself with the Tools You Need Once you’ve landed your job in healthcare, you are going to need to kit yourself out with the necessary tools for the job. Without the right equipment, you may struggle to integrate yourself and find the early days of your new career challenging. If you are going into a supportive care role, for example, having a few good sets of nursing scrubs is vital. Looking the part can help you feel the part â€" boosting confidence and client trust. For a computer-based role, items as simple as glasses to avoid eye strain can be essential for effective and efficient work. Other equipment worth considering is technology to track your projects and tasks, as well as digital calendars for easily inputting work dates and timetables. Understand the Industry The healthcare industry is a complicated one. While healthcare is mostly private, government and insurance providers also influence it. This means different sectors within healthcare have varying levels of control in terms of treatment options and patient care. So, while healthcare is supportive of care options and patient needs, there are also a lot of frustrations faced by both consumers and healthcare professionals. Understanding the nature of healthcare and how it operates is crucial if you work within it. Ignorance of the plight of your clients and your colleagues is going to cause tension. Knowing the limitations and the restrictions of the industry allow you to understand how to offer the best patient care, support your peers â€" and ensures you follow the correct practices when necessary. Educate yourself on how the industry works as a whole. Make sure you understand the politics behind it and what it’s like to be part of. The best way to do this is to discuss the ins and outs with somebody who has on the job experience. Anyone entering a healthcare career needs to know what it’s like to work within their specific sector â€" and what it’s like to be a patient or client too.

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Olivetti on happiness at work - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Olivetti on happiness at work - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Last week I spoke at the first Italian conference on happiness at work arranged by our awesome partners People 3.0. One of the other speakers put up this quote by Adriano Olivetti, son of the founder of the Olivetti company in the original Italian. To the best of my knowledge, this quote has not previously been translated, so here it is in English for the first time. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

Put Legal Writing Work on Resume - How to Stand Out With Your Education, Skills, And Personality

Put Legal Writing Work on Resume - How to Stand Out With Your Education, Skills, And PersonalityIf you've been thinking about how to put legal writing work on resume, it's time to get down to business. Writing is one of the most important skills that most people need in order to be successful, and you want to make sure that you put the best effort into it. If you don't know what other people expect from you, you won't be able to write anything that will stand out to them and get you that first job.The first thing you want to do is make sure that you're doing everything possible to become familiar with the legal system. This is a very competitive business, and you want to learn everything you can about the industry and how to make the most of your work. When it comes to your resume, it's important to make sure that you at least know the basics.The next thing you need to do is to get out there and meet people, whether it's in class or while you're in law school. You want to make sure t hat you meet and talk to as many people as you can so that you can gain information. You'll want to be able to give this information to your potential employers during your interviews, and if you don't know what to say, you'll struggle to communicate properly.The last thing you want to do is make sure that you can go toe-to-toe with the attorneys that are in a law firm. If you know someone who works there and you can make an impression on them, then you should definitely do so. Of course, you should always be careful when it comes to making yourself known to potential employers, but this should help you to make the necessary connections.A lot of people think that just getting good grades and doing well in the class will help them put legal writing work on resume, but it's not quite as simple as that. For starters, you need to make sure that you're able to write well, and you need to understand how to make the most of the English language in general. When it comes to hiring someone, you'll want to get them to talk to you about their experience with lawyers, and this is something that you'll need to know.Make sure that you take some extra courses, too. You don't necessarily have to take classes to learn new things about the legal industry, but you do want to make sure that you're taking a number of courses that you might not have taken before. At the very least, you should go to a legal writing class so that you can really learn the basics.Finally, you want to make sure that you keep your ears open when it comes to finding a job. You want to be able to talk to people who are in the same field as you and find out what they need, and you also want to talk to as many different people as you can. This will help you make a strong impression on your potential employers, and this is very important if you want to put legal writing work on resume.In order to do this, you need to make sure that you're keeping up with your education, meeting people, and working your networ king skills. Being prepared is an important part of being a professional, and the more prepared you are, the better you'll be able to impress people with your knowledge. Make sure that you apply what you've learned about these tips, and you'll make a name for yourself as a legal professional in no time.