Still deciding what you want to be when you grow up?

Are you considering a second career?

Before you pick up the want ads or head out to the career center to look for your next career opportunity, how about considering something a little off of the beaten path?

For example, if you love dogs, what about a career in Doggy Daycare?

Scripps News (YouTube Channel)
Scripps News (Official Website)

If caring for puppies is a little too mundane for you, how about becoming a Panda Keeper, Chocolate Maker, Crossword Constructor or even a Trapeze Artist?

If Trapeze Artist is even a bit too down-to-Earth for you, what about becoming a professional Wingwalker? Here’s a 360° video with an inside look at what it entails.

The Telegraph (YouTube Channel)
The Telegraph (Official Website)

That’s just one of the jobs The Telegraph created as part of their Weird and Wonderful Jobs in 360° YouTube series. Other fun jobs include Penguin Keeper at Sea Life London Aquarium, Professional stunt driver at Mercedes Benz world and Model maker at LEGOLAND.

If you’re in good shape and can hold your breath a really long time, perhaps you might even consider joining a troupe of Merfolk?

Yes, it’s a real career! Here’s a story about it.

Professional Mermaids Work Their Tails Off (CNN, YouTube)

If you’re considering joining the merfolk ranks, you might want to head to Sacramento, CA to attend the California Mermaid Convention.

Here are a few more resources to help get you started on a less “traditional” career path.

20 Of The Most Bizarre Jobs People Have Around The World (LOLWOT)
25 Odd Jobs That Make Good Money (Anthony Dejolde, Lifehack)

Bizarre Jobs (Job Monkey)
Unique Jobs (Job Monkey)

Happy odd job hunting! 🙂

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