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Activity: Read this article and create a headline (title) for it
Whether you are just beginning your educational career or are about to embark on your post-graduation
job search, a thorough understanding of the ever-changing job market is necessary for success.
While there are jobs available in every field, be sure to research what experts are saying about hot jobs
and particular industries. Some businesses are passing trends, and today’s hot jobs might be cut back next
year. Some industries have not been predicted to grow in the coming years, and so offer little chance of
advancement or even lateral movement. Your objective is to discover the industries that are expected to
grow and get involved while opportunities are available and job descriptions can be self-defined.
For 2008, the United States Census Bureau reports that the professional service, managerial, clerical, and
production industries will provide the most jobs for Americans. Careerinfo.net reports that the fastest
growing national industries are health and medical services, including residential, outpatient, and facilities
support services, educational services, software publishing, and management, scientific, and technical
consulting services.
Industries outside of health care are also expected to provide more jobs during 2008. Cable and
subscription programming, Internet publishing and broadcasting, and computer systems and design
services are all expected to expand. The lowest job-producing industries include technical, farming, craft,
and sales.
Besides being aware of which industries are most likely to hire new employees in 2008, job seekers also
need to research the amount of income these jobs will provide. Just because there are openings, it does not
mean available jobs will provide enough to make ends meet or achieve the lifestyle you want. According
to the United States Census Bureau, the highest paying jobs of 2008 will be in the fields of engineering,
computers, and business. The lowest paying careers will include education, science, and liberal arts.
According to statistics, the hot jobs of 2008 will be in the medical and health profession, and consultation
services. Your objective isn’t just to find the best careers out there; you need to discover the best careers
out there for you. Your perfect career will balance the salary you expect and the kind of work that
interests you. Financial success is essential, but so is emotional and spiritual fulfillment.
Keep an eye on the job market. New industries emerge all the time, and your best chance of success
depends on your ability to get on board while the field is still growing.
job search, a thorough understanding of the ever-changing job market is necessary for success.
While there are jobs available in every field, be sure to research what experts are saying about hot jobs
and particular industries. Some businesses are passing trends, and today’s hot jobs might be cut back next
year. Some industries have not been predicted to grow in the coming years, and so offer little chance of
advancement or even lateral movement. Your objective is to discover the industries that are expected to
grow and get involved while opportunities are available and job descriptions can be self-defined.
For 2008, the United States Census Bureau reports that the professional service, managerial, clerical, and
production industries will provide the most jobs for Americans. Careerinfo.net reports that the fastest
growing national industries are health and medical services, including residential, outpatient, and facilities
support services, educational services, software publishing, and management, scientific, and technical
consulting services.
Industries outside of health care are also expected to provide more jobs during 2008. Cable and
subscription programming, Internet publishing and broadcasting, and computer systems and design
services are all expected to expand. The lowest job-producing industries include technical, farming, craft,
and sales.
Besides being aware of which industries are most likely to hire new employees in 2008, job seekers also
need to research the amount of income these jobs will provide. Just because there are openings, it does not
mean available jobs will provide enough to make ends meet or achieve the lifestyle you want. According
to the United States Census Bureau, the highest paying jobs of 2008 will be in the fields of engineering,
computers, and business. The lowest paying careers will include education, science, and liberal arts.
According to statistics, the hot jobs of 2008 will be in the medical and health profession, and consultation
services. Your objective isn’t just to find the best careers out there; you need to discover the best careers
out there for you. Your perfect career will balance the salary you expect and the kind of work that
interests you. Financial success is essential, but so is emotional and spiritual fulfillment.
Keep an eye on the job market. New industries emerge all the time, and your best chance of success
depends on your ability to get on board while the field is still growing.
Activity 2: Chart
Exercise: Based on the chart answer the following questions:
1. In which area were the most workers employed in 2008? _________________________________
2. In which area were the fewest workers employed in 2008? ________________________________
3. In 2‐3 sentences, discuss one conclusion that a future worker could draw from studying this chart.
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1. In which area were the most workers employed in 2008? _________________________________
2. In which area were the fewest workers employed in 2008? ________________________________
3. In 2‐3 sentences, discuss one conclusion that a future worker could draw from studying this chart.
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