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Unusual Jobs and Careers You Never Knew Existed- Part 2

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Let's Continue some of the uncommon vocations listed below  that you may have never heard of them before!

 

Periodontist

A periodontist is a dentist that specializes in periodontal diagnosis, treatment and disease prevention. A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the installation of dental implants as well as their maintenance and repair. These specialists specialize on oral inflammation, but they can deal with more complicated dental issues including severe gum disease. To become a periodontist, you must first attend dentistry school and then three years of specialized training.

 

Ayurveda Healer

Ayurveda is a sort of Indian traditional medicine that dates back thousands of years. Ayurveda attempts to bring one's body system into equilibrium and uses a variety of natural or plant-based therapies to do so. Based on Ayurvedic principles, Ayurvedic healers or doctors can assess AgniDosha, and Strota imbalances. They recommend dietary and lifestyle adjustments based on the Ayurvedic Constitution (Prakriti) and different mind/body system imbalances (Vikriti). Since then, Ayurveda has grown in favour in Western societies. As a result, "natural health" institutions have sprung up in the United States and other western countries, offering certification to Western students.

A Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) is an undergraduate degree that can be studied to become an Ayurvedic healer/ doctor. It's possible that training may take five years. In the field of Ayurveda, there is a good work potential. An Ayurvedichealer can work as a medical officer or doctor in hospitals or clinics. You can also start your own Ayurveda practice or open your own Ayurveda medicine retail store.

 

Bike Courier

Bike couriers, often known as bike messengers, are an essential service in bigger cities where traffic makes getting around difficult. Because traffic jams, construction, parking availability, and other obstacles do not prevent bike couriers, they can often move around a city faster than cars or other vehicles.

While the digital age has reduced the necessity for bike couriers to deliver hard copy paper mails, many industries, such as the food and fashion industries, continue to use bikers for errand-running. However, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, USA, estimates that this occupation will increase at a slower-than-average pace of 2% during the next decade. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for all couriers was approximately $30,000 in 2020.

Bike couriers are frequently engaged to transport things such as Food, Clothing and props for picture shoots, Documents containing legal, financial, and other sensitive information, Gifts for business/corporate houses, and Medical specimens etc.

You can work as an independent worker or for a courier firm. This could be a fascinating vocation to pursue if you are physically active, knowledgeable with your city, and willing to manoeuvre rapidly through heavy traffic in practically any conditions. It's worth noting that you might be needed to have your own bicycle. The ability to fix your bike could be advantageous because it would reduce the amount of time your bike would be in a repair shop.

 

Body Painter

The human body is used as a canvas for body painters. Unlike tattoos, however, it is a temporary form of body art that lasts from a few hours to a few days. This practice has a lengthy history. Body painting is an ancient form of art that has resurfaced in modern society. Body-painting services can be provided in a variety of locations, including:

  • Concerts, music festivals or sports events 
  • Fine art exhibitions
  • Commercial TV or movie sets
  • The offices of some ad agencies or magazines 
  • Political protests where body painting is used to attract the media and passers-by
  • Some private events, like parties, children's birthdays, and fundraisers etc.

You might use sponges, airbrushes, your hands andbrushes to apply the paint.  Some of the best painters have honed their artistic and creative abilities to the point where it's sometimes difficult to discern if someone is painted or dressed. In addition, rigorous rules must be followed to ensure that your paint is hypoallergenic, non-toxic, and easy to remove (except longer lasting products like henna). You might be able to locate lessons and workshops that can assist you in starting to develop your body-painting talents. Body painters have also found makeup artist training to be beneficial. You will most likely profit from a lot of practice once you have mastered some basic skills. You could earn significant experience by volunteering your services to your friends.

 

Feng Shui Consultant

Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art and science based on Taoist ideas that dates back thousands of years. Feng Shui is a Chinese art that focuses on the movement of energy, or "Chi," in order to secure the health, well-being, and eventual good fortune of the people who live in a certain location.Feng Shui can be applied to any location, including the home, office, garden, and store. As a result, a Feng Shui decorator will consider colour, lighting, and room organization. Feng Shui consultants can be self-taught, but they may also have had official training or certification. 

 

Fragrance Chemist

Fragrance chemists are basically scientists who investigate odour compounds and how to employ them in fragrances. Scents for women's and men's perfume, soap, lotion, and other amenities are developed and tested by fragrance chemists. They frequently have chemistry backgrounds and high-level degrees, such as a master's or Ph.D.According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual compensation for all chemists was $78,790 in 2020. 

 

Hippotherapist

Hippotherapy is a type of therapy that incorporates the natural movement of a horse into a patient's treatment plan. It gets its name from the Latin word "hippo," which means "horse."Horseback riding can be extremely beneficial for people with both physical and neurological problems since a horse's pelvis has a 3D movement that mimics the physiology of the human walk.Hippotherapy is becoming a popular alternative for children with Autism, multiple sclerosis, Down syndrome, and other illnesses. It can be utilised in physical, occupational, psychological, or even speech therapy.

 

Horticultural Therapist

Horticultural therapy, often known as ecopsychology, is the application of plants and the planting process to psychological and physical healing. Gardening can be used by horticultural therapists as a therapeutic method for problematic mental patients or as a physical strengthening technique for occupational therapy patients. Horticultural treatment can be employed in clinics, jails, schools, hospitals, and psychologist offices.

 

Online Reviewer

The Internet has become a hugely helpful resource for consumers who want to have an understanding or complete knowledge about a restaurant food, hotel stay or any product they may be interested in, thanks to review sites such as TripAdvisor, Amazon, make my trip, and many others. However, because of the online world's anonymity, it's possible to publish "fake reviews," in which a genuine person creates a secondary account and posts favourable or bad reviews that have little—or no—reality but could have a significant impact on a company's reputation.As a result, freelance "reviewers" have advertised their services on Craigslist and Fiverr, and business owners have offered to pay authors to generate bogus evaluations.

 

Chocolate Taster

You probably never imagined you'd be paid to eat chocolate all day (unless when you sneak a few sweets in the midst of your shift when no one is looking). However, it appears that this is one fantasy that may just come true.The level of expertise and qualifications required to work as a chocolate taster varies greatly based on the role's responsibilities and seniority.To become a chocolate taster, you only needed an excellent sense of chocolate and the following qualities:

  • General good health (clean teeth and gums, preferably no allergies or intolerances) 
  • Attention to detail - you should be insightful and descriptive.
  • Preparation to try new flavours and ingredients 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills 
  • Open to receive comments and training in a pleasant and professional manner 
  • Computer savvy 
  • Good at timekeeping

 

Master Chocolate Taster-If you're a chocolate enthusiast who wants to make a career out of it, you should look into related certifications and training at professional culinary schools, or look for ways to get relevant experience on top of your existing degree. As a master chocolate taster, you'd be involved in the manufacturing and development stages of chocolate creation in food labs, in addition to merely tasting finished items. Depending on the area of chocolate tasting you're interested in, having studied science, especially biology or food science, engineering, or food-related disciplines can help.

While there is no one-size-fits-all or a set path to become a professional chocolate taster, but if you want to master the technical parts of chocolate production, you'll almost certainly require a scientific background. However, if you want to concentrate on the flavour combinations of chocolate, professional culinary instruction would be beneficial.You'll need a very sensitive palate and a desire to test new flavours and textures in addition to understanding how to create chocolate expertly. Chocolate tasters must be imaginative, accurate, and patient, so if that describes you, you're in the running.

 

Art Therapist

If you're looking for a fun way to work in psychology, being an art therapist can be a good fit. Art therapy is a sort of expressive therapy that uses artistic expression to improve a person's overall well-being. Art therapists use it as part of the healing process. It can reduce anxiety and stress in patients, as well as increase self-esteem and give a number of other mental health benefits.Many patients find this unique therapy to be beneficial in terms of personal development or healing from prior traumas. It's particularly important for people who have trouble expressing themselves verbally.
You'll need art and counselling or psychology training to work as an art therapist. Most prospective professionals begin their careers by earning a bachelor's degree in psychology before advancing to a master's degree programme. Following that, you could enrol in some art classes.bAfter completing your programme, you may be able to provide art therapy to individuals or groups. Assessments, therapies, and even research could all benefit from your methods. A private clinic, community outreach centre, mental health or rehabilitation institution, or nursing home may be a good place to start your career. Art therapists are often hired by corporations and businesses to provide professional development workshops. So there are a lot of options available!

 

Head Hunter

Professional recruiters are what headhunters are all about. Organizations hire them to find executives and higher-level personnel for openings that aren't posted. Finding near-perfect job prospects is a time-consuming and expensive procedure for most organizations. As a result, hiring headhunters to save time and money throughout the recruiting process might be a far more efficient option for businesses.

You do more than collect resumes as a headhunter. You're assisting businesses in improving their operations by matching them with the best possible job seekers. At the same time, you're assisting young professionals in their professional development. You'll start looking for and interviewing applicants who might be a good fit once you've met with a company and learned what they're looking for. The company is counting on you to locate someone who can fill the position with the fewest possible issues. Organizations just seek a small number of resumes from the best candidates.

To execute a good job, you'll need a solid professional network and a thorough understanding of the job market. You might even specialize inside a single field, as many headhunters believe that sticking to their areas of expertise leads to higher success. You might expect to do better in business if you can match candidates with organizations. Organizations will almost certainly hire you again and may even refer you.

If you are quick-thinking, intelligent, and able to create relationships and communicate effectively, a career as a headhunter could be an excellent fit for you. Although no formal schooling is required to work as a headhunter, those with human resources experience frequently have an advantage in the business. It might be useful for you to start your career in a recruiting firm, where you can learn the ropes.

You are normally paid in one of two ways, either paid an agreed-upon fee up before or receive an agreed-upon amount after candidate’s recruitment. The compensation is usually a proportion of the annual wage for the position you're attempting to fill. So, how much money you make in a year is determined by the amount of clients you refer and the types of jobs you recruit for.

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