Top jobs for career advancement

Are you stuck in a dead-end job? If so, it can be mentally draining showing up for work day after day, only to never get ahead. It’s time to make a change! Consider one of these top jobs for career advancement.

Unfortunately, there are thousands of jobs out there that will get you nowhere. These are the jobs with high turnover and where you feel (and are) replaceable. This is not only draining to your self-esteem, but also to your career. It’s so important to be challenged every day and be in a place where your hard work doesn’t go unrecognized. We found five of the best jobs for career advancement — perfect for those looking to move up the corporate ladder and make a name for themselves. Remember, it’s never too late to change your career and start doing something you love!

If money and finances are a passion of yours, consider a career in banking. There will always be a need for financial analysts, loan officers, investment bankers, accountants, financial advisors and even tellers. The beauty of working for a bank is you can move around until you find something you truly enjoy. The options are endless — from management to working in the corporate office. Another plus is you can start as a teller without a degree and work your way up via certifications and licensing.

If you live for throwing parties and organizing different events amongst your family and friends, a career in event planning is for you. Two huge bonuses — you can work for yourself, if you choose, and the career really is what you make of it. The more you advertise yourself and get yourself out there, the more successful you will be. Between business meetings, trade shows, wedding planning and simply planning private parties, the job outlook is huge and not one to be going away anytime soon.

Do you like being in charge and managing other people? If so, a job in management is where you’ll find the greatest joy. We recommend selecting a company that you like and respect, and then working your way up. You may have to start at the bottom to prove yourself, but within a few years max you should be where you want. Every retail center, restaurant and corporation needs managers, so you have a huge array of options. Companies known for promoting within include Target, Starbucks, Nordstrom, Costco and Ikea.

A career in writing or editing is another career choice where you have full control over your salary and advancement. These careers are what you make of them. Start by writing or editing for a company, then branch out from there. As you gain more and more experience, you can apply for positions with bigger, more well-known companies and ask for more money. Another option is to freelance on the side. This allows for an extra stream of income, plus the opportunity to choose who you will work for and what type of work you do, along with what you will charge.

Any job in the medical field will have room to grow and advance. The medical field is ever-changing and ever-growing. Though a career in nursing does require a degree, it’s one that will never go to waste. There are hundreds of different types of nurses — from pediatric and school nurses to trauma and ambulatory care nurses. You can also continue your education in nursing and become a nurse anesthesiologist — where salaries average $120,000 per year, the highest of any other nurse.

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