Have a Glass

Take a moment to once again reflect on the idea of waste not, want not.  Now, answer this question: what do you think happens to anything you flush down the toilet? In a few seconds, it is literally out of sight, out of mind.  But, you can’t seriously think that it just magically disappears, is reabsorbed into the earth and used as fertilizer or something.

While that concept of recycling sounds less offensive, the truth is a harsh reality for some poor guy or gal that works very hard every day in a waste water treatment plant. The water we flush is cleaned and treated to the point that it would actually be safe to drink. So, the next time you enjoy a glass or a bottle of water, someone in a waste treatment plant made it possible.

Looks can be Deceiving

If you would like to get paid for being such a tad bit sneaky, this might be the perfect job for you.  When you go to the market and buy citrus fruit, doesn’t it look yummy?  The lemons are such a bright yellow and the oranges are the epitome of a morning sunrise. But, you should know that someone is getting paid to make that fruit look extra appetizing, so it will make its way into your shopping cart.  People actually get paid to be citrus fruit dyers, in order to conceal how ripe the fruit really is, or hide imperfections that make it look less than delicious.

Lasso a Reptile

If danger and notoriety are things to which you aspire, you might want to check into the occupation of crocodile wrangler.  Of course, if you have cable television, you have probably seen people who entertain thousands every summer by subduing well feed crocs in captivity.

But, what about the guys that literally risk life and limb to keep the public safe.  If you live in a neighborhood near where crocodiles like hang out, you know that one occasionally visits a back yard.  Some pets have mysteriously disappeared, never to be seen again.  In order to make sure that the next victim of a hungry and wild crocodile isn’t a child, someone has to wrangle that beast into submission and move it away from populated areas.  It could be you.

Stay tuned.  These are but a few of the strange, yucky, and amazing jobs that people actually get paid to fulfill.  So, if you are looking for an interesting career change, you might want to consider something a little more unique than the regular 9-5 desk job.

Most people you know probably have ordinary, somewhat boring jobs that are simply a means to an end.  They need to eat and pay the bills, so they trudge to work every day and drag themselves home every night, simply for the paycheck.  But, wouldn’t it be nice if you could find a job that was nothing less than unique and catered to your interests.  If so, read on, because this job might be for you.

The Best for Last

For many people, Chinese food is a real treat. Since it’s generally not normal cuisine, unless it’s part of your heritage, many of the dishes simply do not taste the same, if you try to make some of your favorite recipes at home.  Frozen Chinese food is a weak substitute at best.

So ordering Chinese takeout or going the restaurant is a real treat. Chances are good that you have found a personal favorite, have the menu semi-memorized and know exactly what you want to order, before even walking in the door.  The portions are generous and dessert is rarely considered.

But, the best is saved for last.  To sooth the pain of the meal ticket, you are presented with a fortune cookie. It’s fun to crack open the crisp cookie and peek inside, to see what good fortune is coming your way.  Everyone at the table has to compare fortunes.  But, have you every stopped to think who is behind those strange words of wisdom? Maybe you would love to have a job that makes other people’s days.  You could become a fortune cookie writer.

Have you Seen . . .?

For any animal lover, a dog, cat, turtle, gerbil, or any other creature is more than a pet.  These animals are a beloved member of the family.  For some, they are like a child, a best friend, a confidante, and more.  So, if that pet is missing, it’s devastating to the whole family.

In many cases, the pet simply got out and decided to check out the neighborhood.  If they don’t come back within the hour, it’s time to call the local dog catcher and see if your loved one was nabbed by the pet police.  After giving a report for a lost pet, the next step is to check around the neighborhood, create fliers, complete with a picture, and offer a reward for the safe return of your pal.

Then again, why not leave it to the professionals? You could hire a pet detective, and let him/her do all of the legwork.  Of course, you might want to be the hero of the lost and soon to be found by becoming a pet detective yourself.

Today, many people are getting laid off because of the lagging economy.  Businesses are downsizing, and many companies are doing more with less. The remaining employees often cannot handle the pressure of doing the work of two, and they want something different; the unemployed need to learn something new, in order to get back on the job.  When searching for a new employment opportunity, why not check into something that is a little out of the ordinary.  You might find that this job is for you.

Hint – It’s not a Cow

If you don’t like milking a cow, you have nothing to worry about. If you want a job that has an element of risk, this just might be it.  Finally, if you want a job that could really make a difference in someone else’s life, you might want to consider becoming a snake milker.

Snake milking involves holding the snake and pressing the fangs into a receptacle, until all of the venom is milked.  Although it might seem like a dare, just to see if you can handle a snake without freaking out, it really is a very important job.  The venom from the snakes is used to create anti-venom that can save the life of snake bite victims.

It’s a Gamble

Whether they end up in a casino or in a board game, the dice have to be uniform.  If the angles aren’t right, there are flaws in the die, or the proportions are messed up, the dice will not work properly.  A game of chance is turned into an unfair contest

So, there are actually people that are employed to check out the dice and make sure they will work as intended. So, if there is a bad roll of the dice, it isn’t because there is something wrong with them.

Have Stuffed Animal, will Travel

Today, there aren’t that many circuses traveling around the country.  Caging wild animals and making them do stupid tricks to entertain the public is no longer socially acceptable.  It has also been discovered that many children have a fear of clowns.  But, carnivals are still going strong.

The rides are even more thrilling and heart throbbing than in the past.  The cotton candy still tastes great; and the games are still next to impossible to win.  But, if you love to travel, have a bit of a nomad spirit, have a variety of responsibilities, and develop strong long-lasting relationships with coworkers, then the life of a Carney might become your dream job.