America's Top Jobs for People Without a Four-Year Degree: Jobs In All Major Occupation And Industries [Paperback]

J. Michael Farr (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1998 | Series: Top 100 Careers Without a Four-Year Degree

Contains the most up-to-date information on growth, earnings, and trends in major industries, providing more than 100 thorough job descriptions. Special sections discuss career planning and job search techniques. Also includes an appendix with jobs grouped by education and training required.

Product Details

• Paperback: 452 pages
• Publisher: Jist Works (August 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1563704900
• ISBN-13: 978-1563704901
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,869,915 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for a High School Student, January 18, 2000

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"patinnj" - See all my reviews

This review is from: America's Top Jobs for People Without a Four-Year Degree: Jobs In All Major Occupation And Industries (Paperback)

I purchased this book for my nephew, who was a HS Senior. Although he likes school, college was not for him. Like many HS Seniors, he did not know what he wanted to do, or what kind of careers he might like. I gave him the book. He read at least some of it. I was surprised to see how excited he was after looking at the book. He decided on a career path and has applied and been accepted in a Drafting program at a Vocational School. The book was well worth the excitement in his eyes. He feels focused and for the momement he has found a career for him. The book gives lots of information about careers and what it is like to be a ... He has showed the book to his friends and they seem just as thrilled with the content as he was. I think every HS junior or senior should look at this book for ideas on how to spend the rest of their life.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good book for those who will learn on the job, August 1, 2000

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Wayne D. Ford (Lincoln, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: America's Top Jobs for People Without a Four-Year Degree: Jobs In All Major Occupation And Industries (Paperback)

An acedemic education can be a help but is not the answer for many who can learn on the job, or can learn a trade through non-academic schools. Our history is full of such individuals who were highly successful without a degree. This book is an excellent guide to all types of jobs available to job seekers regardless of education.

Wayne D. Ford, Ph.D., author of "The Accelerated Job Search" [e-mail]

5 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars NOT GREAT JOBS, December 1, 2001

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This review is from: America's Top Jobs for People Without a Four-Year Degree: Jobs In All Major Occupation And Industries (Paperback)

I liked the idea the author had of helping people without a bachelor's degree. Unfortunately, some of the jobs listed are, quite frankly, a JOKE. An actor has the potential to be a great occupation, but what are the odds of every reader becoming Tom Hanks ? (reality)Most likely they will starve waiting for there big break. I also don't consider a "Taxi Driver" a fullfillng career. The last time I checked a taxi driver was not one of the most highest paying jobs out there. Which leads me to my most important point. Most of these jobs that are listed here, with a few exceptions, are low paying jobs. Money is not the most imprtant thing in life,but the author seems to beleive that you can become a teacher's aide, make $6.50/hour and live happy !!! Does the author realize that someday I may want to retire, and with a low paying job I can't save that much to retire on.
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