If money, time, education, etc. were all limitless--what 5 other jobs would you like to try?
Here's my list:
1) Skyscraper Window Washer
Why? Why not! It incorporates rappelling. Totally fun, no? And, repetitive tasks which I love. I think I did so well at my first internship, because after I completed my work I'd happily file anything for anyone.
So, therapeutic for me. I also really enjoy solitary work and I'm sure those guys and gals have some stories to tell from peering into the lives of others on a daily basis.
2) Executive Secretary
I like to be in the know. I'm fairly decent at multi-tasking and I love to wear a smart suit. My current job involves a fair amount of walking, but sitting for a large portion of the day would totally allow me to indulge in some ultra-fabulous heels.
3) Website Designer
I took a few web design classes last semester through our local community education and loved them. This work also fits the solitary and repetitive task areas mentioned in number 1. I really loved the coding part and think that it would work as a great "at home" career that I could do in theory around our current schedule. Going back to school is what keeps me from this. Maybe I'll find time to sit down with some books some day and teach things to myself.
4) Photographer
I think all but 2 photos on this site have been taken with my iPhone. That aside, I'd love to take photos for a living. I think I have a pretty good eye for urban beauty and for finding beauty in unexpected moments/places--sometimes you just need more than a camera phone to capture what you want. I don't know anything about cameras to be honest, but I think I could enjoy learning more. And, I love that the itineraant part of my current job as an interpreter, would remain intact here.
5) Facebook
If I didn't have a husband and a son, I'd totally find a way to work in Palo Alto. A few nights ago the hubs and I were watching an hour special on Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg which led me to pull up their careers page. And, holy mother of awesome benefits. Love it.
The hubs is quick to point out that amazing benefits come with amazing work loads. Which I don't doubt to be true at all, but 10 years ago I did work that hard at my job and I didn't get free meals, free laundry or 100% of my health insurance paid for. So, if you're willing to work that hard, why not have the awesome benefits too. I'd love to work at a place that thrives on creativity.
So tell me...what other jobs would you love to try?
