Is Your Job Recession-Proof?

Posted by Donald J. Trump on 4/16/2008 at 9:31 AM
Posted in Career

Even with the bad economy and weak job growth, there are still several fields that will survive - and possibly even thrive - during hard times.

The analysts at CareerBuilder.com say that at least five industries keep expanding their hiring so if you’re looking for a job, here are some that are relatively recession-proof.

First is education. No matter what happens to the economy, schools will always need great skilled teachers and administrators.

The energy industry will also continue to grow. There will be plenty of jobs related to alternative and renewable energy, as well as oil, gas, and even nuclear energy.

With so many companies “going green,” the environmental industry is also creating many new jobs as they look for engineers and scientists to develop eco-friendly technology.

Nearly half of the fastest-growing jobs are in the health field, including medical assistants, physical therapists and home health aides.

Finally, in today’s world, there will always be a need for security - whether in airports, at U.S. borders or in corporations.

So don’t give up if you’re job hunting. There are plenty of fields where the opportunities are still out there.

Donald J. Trump is Chairman of Trump University.

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Posted by member1750184 on 04/16/2008 7:02 PM

Healthcare industry is a great career opportunity. It is very exciting to see the growth in medical tourism. Premier healthcare organizations such as Cleveland Clinic are building new facilities in exciting places like Dubai and recruiting talented healthcare professionals.

Retail medicine and new healthcare models will continue to evolve creating new opportunities for innovative professionals. Many best practices and skills learned in other industries are transferrable to healthcare and can lead to real innovation. For example, the semiconductor industry has several best practices that if applied in healthcare would lead to higher quality and lower cost.

Perhaps, there will be a day that we will enjoy a luxury stay in one of the Trump hotels and receive world-class heatlhcare.

Jessica Bond
Medical Careerist
http://jessicabond.blogspot.com/

Posted by Cheryle on 04/17/2008 4:48 AM

Where does this leave Creative People?

Posted by *Gopi* 'Where Quality becomes Reality' on 04/17/2008 5:19 AM

Green technology is certainly the way out.
In my country, exploitation of gheotermal energy Kutnjak-Lunjkovec, 10 km from my town, will generate some 900 new work places.

Ina Matijevic

Posted by LesRmore on 04/17/2008 3:13 PM

I believe it's always important to keep your finger in the wind to gauge how in demand your profession is. Right now the health and security professions are in demand, but as people realize this and flock to these fields you'll eventually find them less in demand. You either have to do something to stand out in your field, or use your current skills to segue into a more in-demand field as time goes on. It's all about keeping your eyes open and adapting. Unless you're in a highly specialized field, it is less likely you'll retire in the same field you started out in, the world changes much too rapidly now. Constantly keeping up-to-date and educating yourself is key.

I also think that creative people have an advantage over many other fields, your job is less likely to be outsourced overseas. Marketing and advertising rely on understanding the customer and current culture, that's not something that can be easily captured by those outside the culture regardless of proficiency in a given language. The key here is adapting to the medium that technological advances bring about.

Posted by member1385680 on 04/18/2008 3:08 PM

Even with the resession, Mr Buffet has made it to the top of the Forbes list in 2008, even exceeding Bill Gates and Carlos Slim. Where do you see yourself in the next year? Will you be waiting it out or will you use other means of strengthening your position on the list?

Its a gamble either way, but you got to make a choice. A decision at this time would mean a big difference, possibly billions. I am not denying the fact that "The Apprentice" is a very good show, but it can only take you so far. Do you have any other cards up your sleve that would catapault you a step further at this difficult time?

I do respect your great contributions to the world of business, however, lets face the fact, not every business will be successful. Times change and so do people.

Think out of the box Donald !
Thinking Big is good but Thinking out of the box is sometimes better.

Prince Dudley
Systems Engineer
http://birdseyesview.blogspot.com

Posted by FireTown on 04/21/2008 6:05 PM

Any job is recession proof if you are dedicated, have a great attitude and follow your instinct.

Mike Dammann
http://www.firetown.com/cool

Posted by sarahk on 04/21/2008 9:24 PM

Mike

Don't be so naive, ask the workers on any plant that's been closed down if their attitude and work ethic might have saved their jobs.

What does matter is that people retrain, upskill and keep their eye on the big picture. Hard when you're just trying to survive though.

Most of the people reading this site will be operating at a higher level than that so hopefully they have the skills to read the opportunities and react. But it still requires the effort of upskilling and taking risks.

Sarah
http://www.itamer.com

Posted by Will Spencer on 04/22/2008 2:01 AM

Dedication and a great attitude may not save you from losing your current job, but they will definitely help you to land another job.

Good people can find a job in almost any economy. It's the marginal performers who are hurt worst in a downturn.

Will Spencer
http://www.find-a-job.org/

Posted by Eric Blackwell on 04/22/2008 8:56 AM

Actually, SarahK, i have seen it both ways.

I have seen as Mike says, with a good attitude and diligence, some people can fend off and even profit from these tough times. Upskilling is essential no doubt about it. The people who stay in these time are those not only who have a positive attitude, but those who can PRODUCE.

I have also seen times as you say, where despite everything, you lose a job do to an industry wide slowdown or other occupation changing event. In the 70's, I don't care how good of an attitude you had as a steel worker, you likely were laid off. It is hard to upskill when the entire factory goes under.

The good news is that it gets you into your next gig more quickly and at a higher rate.

Posted by member1788316 on 04/23/2008 11:32 AM

This is all very well, but let's cut to the chase - the real winners in a recession are those in the counter-cyclical industries - debt collectors and repo men, pawn-brokers, bankruptcy lawyers etc. No shortage of work there. Those looking for a warm tingly feeling inside need not apply!

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