ging their lifestyles if they do become ill, so that they can cure or reduce symptoms. This has opened up many new possibilities in a wide variety of career areas such as cooking, nutrition, complementary medicine, occupational therapy, fitness and sport. And if you look at the situation even more closely, you will see that the development of a predominantly older population will change life dramatically for the younger gIf you are just starting out in the labour market or planning to change career, you will want to know which jobs are experiencing the most growth.

Although it is by no means the only factor to take into account, the careers tipped to grow most in the next 10-20 years are worth thinking about when it comes to making your decision. On the other hand, spending your entire working life in a job you hate is probably not what you had in mind, even if there is more security and more money to be had. This is why it is essential to look at the bigger picture. If you are aware of the trends and use a little creative thinking, you can find a job which benefits from economic growth but also fits in with your interests and preferences. Let’s illustrate this with an example: as a result of the fact that population in most Western countries are becoming older, it’s no surprise that healthcare comes high on the list of industries which are experiencing expansion.

But what can you do if you don’t like the idea of working in healthcare?

The key here is to consider exactly what this trend involves and look at how other careers, not directly linked to healthcare will fit in. When you hear the term “aging population”, a vision of an old people’s home is probably what springs to mind. But think a little more and you’ll realize that new centres for the elderly will require architects, builders, painters and decorators, plumbers, administrators and accountants. Another important point, especially in today’s health conscious society, is that health is not just about caring for people once they fall ill - it's also about educating them to prevent illness and about helping them changing their lifestyles if they do become ill, so that they can cure or reduce symptoms. This has opened up many new possibilities in a wide variety of career areas such as cooking, nutrition, complementary medicine, occupational therapy, fitness and sport. And if you look at the situation even more closely, you will see that the development of a predominantly older population will change life dramatically for the younger ge

what you had in mind, even if there is more security and more money to be had. This is why it is essential to look at the bigger picture. If you are aware of the trends and use a little creative thinking, you can find a job which benefits from economic growth but also fits in with your interests and preferences. Let’s illustrate this with an example: as a result of the fact that population in most Western countries are becoming older, it’s no surprise that healthcare comes high on the list of industries which are experiencing expansion.

But what can you do if you don’t like the idea of working in healthcare?

The key here is to consider exactly what this trend involves and look at how other careers, not directly linked to healthcare will fit in. When you hear the term “aging population”, a vision of an old people’s home is probably what springs to mind. But think a little more and you’ll realize that new centres for the elderly will require architects, builders, painters and decorators, plumbers, administrators and accountants. Another important point, especially in today’s health conscious society, is that health is not just about caring for people once they fall ill - it's also about educating them to prevent illness and about helping them changing their lifestyles if they do become ill, so that they can cure or reduce symptoms. This has opened up many new possibilities in a wide variety of career areas such as cooking, nutrition, complementary medicine, occupational therapy, fitness and sport. And if you look at the situation even more closely, you will see that the development of a predominantly older population will change life dramatically for the younger g

oming older, it’s no surprise that healthcare comes high on the list of industries which are experiencing expansion.

But what can you do if you don’t like the idea of working in healthcare?

The key here is to consider exactly what this trend involves and look at how other careers, not directly linked to healthcare will fit in. When you hear the term “aging population”, a vision of an old people’s home is probably what springs to mind. But think a little more and you’ll realize that new centres for the elderly will require architects, builders, painters and decorators, plumbers, administrators and accountants. Another important point, especially in today’s health conscious society, is that health is not just about caring for people once they fall ill - it's also about educating them to prevent illness and about helping them changing their lifestyles if they do become ill, so that they can cure or reduce symptoms. This has opened up many new possibilities in a wide variety of career areas such as cooking, nutrition, complementary medicine, occupational therapy, fitness and sport. And if you look at the situation even more closely, you will see that the development of a predominantly older population will change life dramatically for the younger g

bly what springs to mind. But think a little more and you’ll realize that new centres for the elderly will require architects, builders, painters and decorators, plumbers, administrators and accountants. Another important point, especially in today’s health conscious society, is that health is not just about caring for people once they fall ill - it's also about educating them to prevent illness and about helping them changing their lifestyles if they do become ill, so that they can cure or reduce symptoms. This has opened up many new possibilities in a wide variety of career areas such as cooking, nutrition, complementary medicine, occupational therapy, fitness and sport. And if you look at the situation even more closely, you will see that the development of a predominantly older population will change life dramatically for the younger gging their lifestyles if they do become ill, so that they can cure or reduce symptoms. This has opened up many new possibilities in a wide variety of career areas such as cooking, nutrition, complementary medicine, occupational therapy, fitness and sport. And if you look at the situation even more closely, you will see that the development of a predominantly older population will change life dramatically for the younger generation as well. This could result in the creation of jobs we've probably not even dreamt of now. Before you dismiss this as science fiction, consider that 50 years ago many jobs we now take for granted simply did not exist.

When it comes to trends, jobs related to computing are also expected to see massive growth, but this doesn't necessarily mean you need to consider a high-tech career. More technology means more jobs in sales and if you enjoy teaching, there is plenty of scope for educating people in how to use the latest inventions. Whilst these jobs do require a certain amount of technical knowledge, their main focus is on other skills. And if you hate technology, you could look at ways to help people deal with the stress of using it so much in their jobs.

The changing job market itself is resulting in an increase of around 30% in posts such as recruitment consultant. And with more people choosing to become self-employed, any job which aims at solving the problems faced by would-be entrepreneurs would give you plenty of scope.

Another growth area is hospitality, tourism and leisure which offer a huge variety of jobs as well as the chance to go abroad. Again, you don't need to be a chef, hotel manager or personal trainer - look at all the support structures which have to be in place to ensure the smooth running of any undertaking in this industry and you'll find there are possibilities for people with a whole range of talents and skills.

Don’t be put off if trends in the employment market don’t suit your interests. Do a little thinking outside the box and you’ll find a new career to suit your personality and skills.