Recession-Proof Jobs 2009
by FinanceCookies - June 11th, 2009.Filed under: Economy and Government, Investing and Opportunity. Tagged as: best jobs, Jobs, jobs 2009, recession.
With minimum wage due to increase to $7.25 July 24 this year and the recession still in full throttle, it’s going to be harder to get a job, keep a job, or make any sort of living with a job. It doesn’t matter if you are paid a salary or hourly–businesses will be looking for any way to get that extra money back.
Fortunately, all is not lost for those seeking jobs. There are certain careers that will weather whatever the economy throws at the American people.
1. Healthcare
This job is one of the fastest growing on the market, and you can be certain that people will get sick, despite financial cirumstances. People may be cutting back on health insurance, but in the long run, a life is worth paying hospital bills.
2. Energy
People are trying to cut back on their heating/cooling costs to save some money, but they will never be able to cut it out completely. And with the president’s interest in renewable energy and energy solutions, there are soon to be new openings.
3. Education
The law requires kids to go to school, and as long as there are kids, you’ll always have a job. Plus, with people trying to advance and be more competitive, jobs in higher education are in higher demand as well. Your best bet? Math.
4. Utilities
Garbage, sewage, water and the like are not going to disappear because of the economic downturn. People need these ammenities.
5. Food
You can’t stop eating just because the economy’s bad.
6. Human Services
Hair is going to grow, and you’ll be in for a job.
7. Sales/Marketing
Anything to increase sales is exactly what companies need right now. Increasing their revenue will help increase yours.