The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics recognizes over 800 distinct occupations.
Fact - Their Occupational Outlook Handbook is updated every two years and is one of the best career resources available.
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The average person will change careers (not just jobs) about 3-5 times in their lifetime.
Fact - Career shifts often happen because of technology changes, new interests, or economic shifts like recessions.
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Who am I? I study volcanoes, earthquakes, and the Earth's crust, but I'm not a miner.
Geologist
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Who am I? I analyze laws, write legal documents, and advise clients, but I don't represent someone in court.
Paralegal
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The majority of U.S. workers are unionized (workers band together for better rights at work).
Fiction - Only about 10% are.
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Who am I? I study the oceans, waves, and underwater animal life, but I'm not a scuba diver.
Marine biologist / oceanographer
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Who am I? I design the way a store is laid out so shoppers buy more, but I'm not the cashier.
Merchandiser / retail display designer
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Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) have virtually the same job, but EMTs require more training.
Fiction - Paramedics go further. They're trained to do advanced procedures like starting IVs, giving medications, interpreting EKGs, and using advance...
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Computer coders need a college degree.
Fiction - Many are self-taught or go through coding bootcamps.
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Lawyers in the U.S. can practice in any state once they pass the bar exam in one state.
Fiction - They must be licensed in each state separately.
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Who am I? I investigate crimes, gather evidence, and interview witnesses, but I don't decide the verdict.
Detective
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Electricians and plumbers usually earn higher median wages than preschool teachers.
Fact - Skilled trades are in high demand, and the shortage of workers has increased their wages over time.
