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lewdog 11-13-2013 04:37 PM
Best and Worst Jobs of 2013
 
Interesting rankings. I'm a few spots out of the top 10....damn.

CareerCast.com, a career website, ranked 200 jobs from best to worst based on five criteria: physical demands, work environment, income, stress, and hiring outlook. To compile its list, the firm primarily used data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other government agencies. From actuary to newspaper reporter, see the complete list, and search for your job.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000...095008558.html


TOP 50 in Spoiler Tag

Spoiler!

rolltide2014 11-13-2013 04:41 PM
Being a senior about to graduate, its nice to see my field at #1 on the list :D

hometeam 11-13-2013 04:42 PM
I come in at a cool #140

DaneMcCloud 11-13-2013 04:44 PM
LMAO

My job isn't even listed, at all

Buehler445 11-13-2013 04:44 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by rolltide2014 (Post 10184742)
Being a senior about to graduate, its nice to see my field at #1 on the list :D
If you're a senior in an undergraduate program, you're a long way away from an actuarial position.

RockChalk 11-13-2013 04:45 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Buehler445 (Post 10184759)
If you're a senior in an undergraduate program, you're a long way away from an actuarial position.
Way to crush his dreams :cuss:

Buehler445 11-13-2013 04:47 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud (Post 10184758)
LMAO

My job isn't even listed, at all
Mine either.

vailpass 11-13-2013 04:48 PM
Historian is #25?

|Zach| 11-13-2013 04:48 PM
#172 bitchessss

Marco Polo 11-13-2013 04:49 PM
Interesting that active military is third to worst. Reporter is worst.

blsilks 11-13-2013 04:49 PM
#3 woot!

Marco Polo 11-13-2013 04:49 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by |Zach| (Post 10184773)
#172 bitchessss
So a janitor is better? I kid (just saw the list).

RockChalk 11-13-2013 04:50 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud (Post 10184758)
LMAO

My job isn't even listed, at all
Reviewer of weekend Guitar Center performances? :D

lewdog 11-13-2013 04:50 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud (Post 10184758)
LMAO

My job isn't even listed, at all
Porn star is too poor on the physical demands and stress section of their judging criteria. But I will say the work environment and pay are nice!

rolltide2014 11-13-2013 04:51 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Buehler445 (Post 10184759)
If you're a senior in an undergraduate program, you're a long way away from an actuarial position.
I'm set up to take the third exam right after I graduate in May. I've interned the past 3 years split between 2 insurance companies, and the most recent of which has offered me an entry-level actuarial position where I'll get to continue to study for future exams about 15 hours a week while at work.

blsilks 11-13-2013 04:51 PM
It goes #199 Lumberjack, #200 Reporter

ROFL

Buehler445 11-13-2013 05:08 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by rolltide2014 (Post 10184790)
I'm set up to take the third exam right after I graduate in May. I've interned the past 3 years split between 2 insurance companies, and the most recent of which has offered me an entry-level actuarial position where I'll get to continue to study for future exams about 15 hours a week while at work.
Good on you. I always though you had to have a PHd in accounting to enter the actuarial profession.

What all does it take to be an actuary?

mr. tegu 11-13-2013 05:23 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Buehler445 (Post 10184837)
Good on you. I always though you had to have a PHd in accounting to enter the actuarial profession.

What all does it take to be an actuary?
Being smart at math essentially. Obviously there is a lot more to it than simply math (accounting, economics, financial skills), but you could go take a preliminary exam right now if you wanted. There are no specific degree or college education requirements either. If you choose, you can even study the materials on your own to take the exams. Once you pass the preliminary exams you can begin working and continue to take more exams, of which there are 13 in total.

Rain Man 11-13-2013 05:29 PM
I wonder how many astronomers we have (#36) who aren't also university professors (#14).

My job is #40, though elements of it are also at 18, 19, 20, 31, and 48.

MOhillbilly 11-13-2013 05:30 PM
My job didn't make the list but it did make the # 9 spot on the most dangerous list.

htismaqe 11-13-2013 05:42 PM
My specific job isn't listed but two aspects of my job show up in the top 10.

yeti 11-13-2013 05:55 PM
#42 but my hygienist is #6..hmmm

Bugeater 11-13-2013 06:06 PM
Well the fact that garbage collector is on there and maintenance tech isn't tells me I need to consider another line of work.

Saulbadguy 11-13-2013 06:15 PM
#10.

Yep.

cabletech94 11-13-2013 06:15 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bugeater (Post 10185006)
Well the fact that garbage collector is on there and maintenance tech isn't tells me I need to consider another line of work.
this is exactly my thinking (but i won't make the change)!!!

bevischief 11-13-2013 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud (Post 10184758)
LMAO

My job isn't even listed, at all
Same here.

Discuss Thrower 11-13-2013 06:29 PM
#200. And actually worse considering I'm a freelancer that is paid below poverty level.

Pasta Little Brioni 11-13-2013 06:31 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by bevischief (Post 10185059)
Same here.
Where is pro midget?

|Zach| 11-13-2013 07:09 PM
Sub question...

Would you recommend your job to someone young who was set out to do it?

Bugeater 11-13-2013 07:30 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by |Zach| (Post 10185177)
Sub question...

Would you recommend your job to someone young who was set out to do it?
Hell no.

rolltide2014 11-13-2013 07:55 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by mr. tegu (Post 10184866)
Being smart at math essentially. Obviously there is a lot more to it than simply math (accounting, economics, financial skills), but you could go take a preliminary exam right now if you wanted. There are no specific degree or college education requirements either. If you choose, you can even study the materials on your own to take the exams. Once you pass the preliminary exams you can begin working and continue to take more exams, of which there are 13 in total.
Pretty much this. I always knew I was good at math, so this was the perfect field for me to get into. I actually forgot my calculator when I took the ACT, and still ended up getting a perfect score on both the math and science. :D I only wish I had known this was for sure what I'd wanted to get into sooner, as now I honestly feel like 90+% of my college has been a waste and I would've been better off just undertaking it on my own starting 3 years ago and have been better off for it. Plus, I didn't decide I wanted to go this route until about 2.5 years into college, at which point it would've taken me more than 4 years to graduate had I switched my major to actuarial science. So, instead I've continued pursuing my original major (Quantitative Finance), as well as studying for the actuarial exams, but at least they 2 fields are pretty related, so there is some overlap which helps quite a bit sometimes.

underEJ 11-13-2013 08:44 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by |Zach| (Post 10185177)
Sub question...

Would you recommend your job to someone young who was set out to do it?
When asked what she should say to encourage young people who want to go into animation and visual effects, a previous employer of mine once told a college professor in front of a near capacity convention hall... "Nothing. Any teacher encouraging a kid to go into animation is not being a responsible adult." (Pause) "That being said, you don't have to tell them anything. Anyone who is supposed to do it will find a way."

She was really disappointed in the answer, but it was hilarious to the crowd of industry vets! Fifteen years later, to her credit, she has developed a great program at her college and at my current place of employment, we have hired several of her grads and they are quite successful. Just in time for the industry to move overseas. :)

Psyko Tek 11-13-2013 08:51 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by blsilks (Post 10184792)
It goes #199 Lumberjack, #200 Reporter

ROFL
it's ok

Psyko Tek 11-13-2013 08:57 PM
my jobs closest fit 132, but has quite a bit of mechanical adjustments
which means every paycheck I get a healthy helping of ass rape

I am so pleased

lewdog 11-13-2013 09:06 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by |Zach| (Post 10185177)
Sub question...

Would you recommend your job to someone young who was set out to do it?
I would, although there are cheaper ways and other careers that require less education to make the money I do. But I do love my job and I will always have one. I could move to almost any city tomorrow and find a job instantly.

CrazyPhuD 11-13-2013 09:12 PM
Dude that list is ****ed....how can it be credible if 'Fluffer on a gay porn set' isn't listed as one of the worst jobs. What's going to be worse than a job where you suck dick all day??

tooge 11-13-2013 10:26 PM
I roll in at 42nd. Well behind my parole officer.

Sweet Daddy Hate 11-13-2013 10:29 PM
I'm surprised "Hog Jizzer" didn't make the cut.

Sorry, Farmer.

tredadda 11-13-2013 10:33 PM
#198 Woot!

Dunit35 11-13-2013 11:37 PM
#166. Haters gon hate.

Pitt Gorilla 11-13-2013 11:38 PM
14!

DaneMcCloud 11-13-2013 11:39 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by RockChalk (Post 10184782)
Reviewer of weekend Guitar Center performances? :D
LMAO

Sorter 11-13-2013 11:41 PM
I don't see
Spoiler!
on here.

What a ****ing joke. Clearly, people don't know about all the cool shit to do in Asgard. We've got lasers now
Spoiler!

Cephalic Trauma 11-13-2013 11:44 PM
Looking like I'll be going into 51. Not bad.

Sorter 11-13-2013 11:45 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cephalic Trauma (Post 10185921)
Looking like I'll be going into 51. Not bad.
What kind?

DaneMcCloud 11-13-2013 11:45 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cephalic Trauma (Post 10185921)
Looking like I'll be going into 51. Not bad.
For real? Good luck!

Cephalic Trauma 11-13-2013 11:49 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Sorter (Post 10185922)
What kind?
Haven't figured that out quite yet. I really like vascular but I would have to get trained in general and I don't know if that's the route I want to go.

Sorter 11-13-2013 11:52 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cephalic Trauma (Post 10185931)
Haven't figured that out quite yet. I really like vascular but I would have to get trained in general and I don't know if that's the route I want to go.
Best of luck!

CrazyPhuD 11-14-2013 12:08 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cephalic Trauma (Post 10185931)
Haven't figured that out quite yet. I really like vascular but I would have to get trained in general and I don't know if that's the route I want to go.
Good luck, I have family in the biz and it can be very rewarding and very heart breaking at times.

DaneMcCloud 11-14-2013 12:09 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by CrazyPhuD (Post 10185960)
Good luck, I have family in the biz and it can be very rewarding and very heart breaking at times.
My experience is that it's harder on the social workers than the doctors.

I couldn't handle either profession.

CrazyPhuD 11-14-2013 12:14 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud (Post 10185963)
My experience is that it's harder on the social workers than the doctors.

I couldn't handle either profession.
Yup, the doctors are both trained to be detached(somewhat) and get to hand off the family to the social workers. The buck stops with the social workers.

Back before college I thought about it, but I couldn't handle it either. I hate to lose and I know it would have torn me apart to do so.

DaneMcCloud 11-14-2013 12:17 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by CrazyPhuD (Post 10185971)
Yup, the doctors are both trained to be detached(somewhat) and get to hand off the family to the social workers. The buck stops with the social workers.

Back before college I thought about it, but I couldn't handle it either. I hate to lose and I know it would have torn me apart to do so.
25 years ago, I dated an LMSW with a Master's from KU. It was brutal. She was a wreck, due to her work.

Not the life for me...

CrazyPhuD 11-14-2013 12:21 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud (Post 10185974)
25 years ago, I dated an LMSW with a Master's from KU. It was brutal. She was a wreck, due to her work.

Not the life for me...
Yup I could have been a great doc if I never lost and I would have driven myself into the ground to make sure that I didn't lose. I've seen that lifestyle up close growing up and knew the price I would pay. It takes a unique set of individuals which is also part of why Med school is such a PITA.

I never stopped trying to do the impossible, I just a picked a field where the price of failure was a bit lower!:D

DaneMcCloud 11-14-2013 12:24 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by CrazyPhuD (Post 10185983)
Yup I could have been a great doc if I never lost and I would have driven myself into the ground to make sure that I didn't lose. I've seen that lifestyle up close growing up and knew the price I would pay. It takes a unique set of individuals which is also part of why Med school is such a PITA.

I never stopped trying to do the impossible, I just a picked a field where the price of failure was a bit lower!:D
It's also why most doctors, especially surgeons, are outright dickheads.

There's a certain mindset those people must have to be competent. Some call it a "God Complex" but in reality, it's the only way they can cope.

cdcox 11-14-2013 12:31 AM
I have legitimate claims to 2, 14, 24, 26, and 32 and 38.

Archie F. Swin 11-14-2013 07:25 AM
I'm in the top 25!

(((looks at paycheck))


**** a BUNCH of that!!!!

BlackHelicopters 11-14-2013 07:28 AM
Top 50. Yea?

kevonm 11-14-2013 08:06 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by CrazyPhuD (Post 10185983)
Yup I could have been a great doc if I never lost and I would have driven myself into the ground to make sure that I didn't lose. I've seen that lifestyle up close growing up and knew the price I would pay. It takes a unique set of individuals which is also part of why Med school is such a PITA.

I never stopped trying to do the impossible, I just a picked a field where the price of failure was a bit lower!:D
Never lose in medicine? I can only think of a couple sspecialties where that is possible. it is still a stretch

Medical school isnt horrible either, just the idea of all the debt and deferred income. I am a 4th year matching emergency medicine and residency will be much worse

seclark 11-14-2013 08:54 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Sweet Daddy Hate (Post 10185724)
I'm surprised "Hog Jizzer" didn't make the cut.

Sorry, Farmer.
well, kinda...#163

closest for me is #84
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Lzen 11-14-2013 09:37 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by hometeam (Post 10184748)
I come in at a cool #140
I'm not far behind.

Molitoth 11-14-2013 10:36 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud (Post 10184758)
LMAO

My job isn't even listed, at all
Well, I wouldn't guess there are a huge amount of people in your profession, yet you have the coolest job.

I'm sitting at #10, where I compete with millions.

Cephalic Trauma 11-14-2013 03:29 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud (Post 10185923)
For real? Good luck!
Quote:
Originally Posted by Sorter (Post 10185940)
Best of luck!
Quote:
Originally Posted by CrazyPhuD (Post 10185960)
Good luck, I have family in the biz and it can be very rewarding and very heart breaking at times.
Thanks dudes:thumb:.

lewdog 11-14-2013 03:44 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cephalic Trauma (Post 10185921)
Looking like I'll be going into 51. Not bad.
Show-off!


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