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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Here's What 19 People Who Make Over $100K Do For A Living
Recently, I asked members of the BuzzFeed Community who make over $100K what they did and what kind of experience they had. I honestly loved the transparency from them, so here are 19 salaries from 19 different professions. 1."Bookkeeper – $120K, no degree. Just 12 years working my way from admin assistant, learning on the job, and progressing with the same company." — 33, Melbourne, Victoria 2."International school teacher in China – $159,000. 10+ years, Bachelor's in Education degree." — 42, China 3."College professor – $120K. I got my BS and MS, did a year-long (unpaid) internship, and passed the credentialing exam. I worked a few other jobs, then moved into academia, where I've been for 11 years." — 39, Rhode Island 4."Clinical Director of a healthcare agency. I've been a Registered Nurse for 15 years and in leadership for five years. I have a BSN degree. Basically, it took 10 years of bedside nursing, two years of moving up the ranks, and two raises to be over $100K/year, and I barely am. People think nurses make a ton of money, and we really don't, especially in FL. — 45, FL 5."Nurse anesthetist – $216,000." — 38, Birmingham, AL 6."Creative Director – $165K. I've been in advertising for 12 years. No undergrad, but I went to a certificate program for graphic design for two years. It's a great career option for someone who is artistic or creative and doesn't want a super corporate job." — 35, Atlanta 7."Project Manager – $140K. Concrete construction, no education, accepted challenges as they presented themselves." — 53, River Falls, Wisconsin 8."Nurse practitioner for hospital medicine. Salary currently is $121,800 in a very HCOL area. I graduated from nursing school in 2010 and spent years at the bedside before starting my master's degree, which was a prolonged pursuit for various life reasons. I have been a practicing NP since 2020. I completed an advanced practice fellowship to expand my knowledge base and hone my clinical skills. I would do it again, but it was a massive pay cut ($40K) after already practicing. I've been with my division since 2022, and I've steadily made about an $8K increase every year after a significant pay increase after completing the fellowship. I work in academic medicine, so pay will always be less but my quality of life (I roll PTO into my schedule so every month I have at least seven days, sometimes more, off in a row while still being able to plan for vacation and get approved time off), access to ongoing education, benefits, and retirement are all top tier." — 43, Denver, Colorado 9."Architect – $135,000. Been working in the biz for 40 years. Five years of undergrad to get a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, one year to get a master's. Three years of internship, and an architectural license in New York (a week-long series of exams). I moved to California and had to take a supplemental exam to get licensed there." — 63, California 10."Retired Army Officer. My pension, disability, and social security put me over $100K. I served 22 years, have three degrees, and traveled the world. After the army, I worked in heavy industry for 20 years, and now I work for myself. I own a small business and choose my own schedule." — 64, Las Vegas 11."I'm an Industrial Safety Professional. I've been doing it for about 10 years in various industrial settings (mining, oil, gas, and power generation). The pay is roughly $110K starting and goes up from there, depending on the company you're working for. It's pretty light work as long as you don't mind the public speaking/meeting leader aspect. Incident investigations can be rough and stressful, though. No formal schooling for the role, just sort of fell into it. Lots of colleges offer industrial hygiene or occupational health degrees that would be beneficial in the role." — 33, Wyoming 12."I'm a travel physical therapist making between $100K–$120K for a two-year contract. I work for a company with over 600 outpatient clinics, and they have a high turnover with plenty of new grads, but the pay is some of the best in my field. I have a Doctorate of Physical Therapy, and this is my first job post-grad school." — Texas 13."I work at a large university as the director of a medium-sized program and make $106,000. I have a bachelor's, a master's, and am working on my doctorate. I have worked in higher education for over 15 years. I didn't make good money until accepting this position three years ago. The first 12 years were rough and I paid my dues. Working in higher education has changed so much; I wouldn't recommend it anymore." — 40, NC 14."Scrap crane operator for a steel mill, have been operating the crane for about two years now, but have been working in steel mills for seven. Last year grossed $110K, and that's with a GED." — 33, NY 15."VP, Legal – $199K with a 25% bonus target, which has been paid out over 100% for the past two years. I'm the sole in-house counsel of a software company, so their de facto general counsel. I've been with this company for four years. Prior to becoming in-house counsel (and getting promoted to VP) I worked in contracts management positions for a variety of larger corporations right out of law school. Definitely a different path to becoming in-house counsel since most do at least one stint at a law firm, but I figured it out without ever having to suffer through billable hours!" — 37, Cape Cod, MA 16."RN, $150,000+. Worked my way through the ranks. I started as a phlebotomist drawing blood, then a medical assistant, then a CNA, then an LPN, and have been an RN for 34 years. I have a BSN and two national specialty certifications in wound care and ostomy care, which is a very niche market as not too many RNs have them." — 64, Seattle 17."Tattoo Artist, $180K, 9 years experience. Was previously a cook." — 46, Minnesota 18."Nurse manager, $150,000/year, 10 years experience, master's degree." — 31, NJ 19."Clinical Research Manager in mental health – $102,000. Got a master's in 2016 and slowly worked my way up from a research assistant." — 34, Delaware Are you willing to share how much you make and what you do? Tell us in the comments or completely anonymously in the form below. Submissions have been edited for length and clarity.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Teachers swap classrooms for railways to help students
Teachers swapped their classrooms for the railway to help students plan for the future. The teachers from St Anthony's School, in Chichester, and St John's College, in Brighton, took part in a one-day work experience with Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR). This was part of the teacher encounters programme, run by the West Sussex, Brighton and Hove Careers Hub in partnership with Pathway CTM. The programme aims to bridge the gap between education and industry by placing teachers directly into workplaces that can offer further education opportunities for their students. The teachers were given a behind-the-scenes look at Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) on May 14. They were introduced to a wide range of career opportunities within the rail industry, from operations and customer experience to engineering. The day also included a trip to London Blackfriars, where the teachers took part in networking and got to try out GTR's train driver simulator. They also took part in an interactive question and answer session to learn more about the company's structure, culture, and career progression.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Get your career on track as rail firms offer 2,000 apprenticeships in industry jobs boom
HELP Britain keep on the move with a new career on our railways. This year marks the 200th anniversary of the modern railway and it's one of the few sectors that can still offer a solid job for life. 3 However, as the network modernises and embraces new tech, it also needs pioneering talent to keep trains rolling into the next century and beyond. To celebrate the bicentenary and attract new staff, the nation's rail firms have launched the Railway 200 campaign. Championing railway careers, it is offering 2,000 apprenticeships this year and a further 8,000 by the end of the decade. Jacqueline Starr, chief executive of Rail Delivery Group, which represents operators, said: 'Apprenticeships provide a fantastic opportunity for people to start their careers in a variety of roles in rail. 'The rail industry plays a vital role in connecting communities and supporting the economy, and we need a diverse range of skills and perspectives to create the workforce of the future. 'As we celebrate the railway's rich heritage, we're looking to the future, investing in our people to help us deliver the high-quality, innovative service that passengers expect.' The apprenticeships on offer range from one to four-year schemes and are open to people from all backgrounds and ages, whether entering the workplace for the first time or looking to retrain in a career move. There are positions with employers nationwide and across the rail industry, including Network Rail, train and freight operators, manufacturers and the rail supply chain. The jobs span engineering to finance, train driving to sustainability, and IT to human resources, customer service and operations. Bosses are seeking to recruit more women, people from ethnic minorities and those with neurodiversity. How train driver skipped uni to earn £50,000 Neil Robertson, chief executive of the National Skills Academy for Rail added: 'These are good apprenticeships, mostly in skills-shortage disciplines, that are recognised all around the world. 'We are looking for committed people from a wide range of backgrounds to fill them.' For more, see TRACK TO THE FUTURE HOLLY Hardy Johnson spent 20 years as a zookeeper, looking after penguins and other birds and lecturing at a specialist college, before joining the rail industry as a learning and development trainer with Avanti West Coast. The 40-year-old from Nantwich, Cheshire, recently completed a Level 5 operation management leadership apprenticeship. She said: 'I've always had a passion for lifelong learning and joining the railway appealed to me as a career move – despite feeling scary. "I was able to transfer the knowledge and experience I gained as a lecturer teaching young people and adults to train new staff joining the railway. 'Now, I specialise in sustainability, inclusion, first-aid and safeguarding. 'My focus on delivering quality and project management means I have had the opportunity to work with organisations across the industry, including the British Transport Police and Network Rail. 'We strive to give the best training to our people, which in turn means we can help our customers and the planet.' BE STEP AHEAD OF JOB SHED 3 ONE in four employers plan to make redundancies in the next three months, so if you fear your job may be at risk it makes sense to prepare now. As CEO of training and careers support specialist Mona Mourshed has supported thousands of people to switch careers. Here she shares her expert advice to become redundancy ready. 1. Invest in your network. Think about who you already know working in the sectors you have your eye on and build those relationships – even when there isn't a job on the table. Don't know anyone in the space you want to work? Find events or online communities that can expand your network. 2. Know your priorities, flex on the rest. Make a list of everything you want then hone it down to only the most important things. In a tough job market, you need to be willing to flex on your nice-to-haves. 3. Think in terms of career stepping-stones. Your next role might not be your dream job but perhaps it can get you one step closer to it. You need to be thoughtful about how you can gain the skills and experiences that will move you closer to your long-term goals. 4. Do more than expected. Standing out is hard in a crowded field but, with the fast pace of change in the current labour market, there are opportunities for you to demonstrate your ambition. Raise your hand for new projects, bolster your skills through training and master new tools. 5. Stay the course. In a tough market, you'll need to apply to many more jobs than you would otherwise. Even though this process can be discouraging, put in the work and find ways to keep your spirits up until your efforts pay off. 6. Colleagues are as important as the role. Your new work colleagues and your manager will play a substantial part in making the job a positive working and learning experience – or not! Select your new role based on both the people you will be working with on a daily basis and on the job opportunity itself. CVs STRAIGHT IN BIN ONE in two job applications get thrown out immediately, a new study has revealed. With recruiters receiving an average of 22 applications for every vacancy, 11 are screened out immediately. A further six then fail at a phone-call stage, leaving just five to land an interview proper, research from employment search site Totaljobs reports. The most common reason to reject an applicant at first base was a lack of relevant skills, followed by no work experience. But a third of employers had seen enough after applications were poorly presented. Spokeswoman Natalie Matalon said: 'Candidates greatly improve their chances by ensuring skills and experience align with the role. Detail matters.' SO HOT TO TROT 3 MORE than half of office workers admit leaving work earlier during the summer months. Friday is the most popular day for pulling the so-called summer sneak, with a third of employees confessing to bunking off before time without telling their boss. Two in five have called in sick to attend social events at this time of year, while 45 per cent lengthen lunch hours to take advantage of the warmer weather, a report from human-resources platform Dayforce reveals. A spokesman suggests: 'For organisations looking to minimise summertime sneaking, create a culture where people feel empowered to take the time off they need.'
Trade Arabia
6 days ago
- Business
- Trade Arabia
General Assembly Bahrain, KPMG partner to empower tech workforce
General Assembly (GA) Bahrain, a pioneer in tech education and career transformation, and KPMG in Bahrain, a leading professional services company, today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate in establishing a solid pipeline of talented technology professionals. This will enable Bahrain's workforce, fueling digital transformation across industries, said a statement. Most significantly, KPMG has demonstrated a vision-oriented approach in talent hiring by recognising the potential of students with various academic backgrounds who have graduated from the training of GA. So far, KPMG has hired 11 of GA's graduates, which stands testament to the success of the programme. One of them graduated with a major in physics and is now a part of KPMG's coding team, which clearly reflects the effectiveness of GA's programs which help professionals evolve in their careers, it said. The KPMG leadership team is aware of how digital skills can be leveraged across a range of functions effectively, i.e., a data analytics graduate, for instance, can be a high-performing professional within a HR team by leveraging their skills to deliver on critical people analytics to drive better recruitment, retention, and employee engagement, the statement continued. Under the terms of the MoU, General Assembly Bahrain will offer its specialised corporate training programs to KPMG professionals, enhancing their skills in critical areas of technology and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the firm. This partnership signifies a mutual commitment to develop a highly skilled workforce capable of navigating the complexities of the digital age. 'Our partnership with KPMG reflects a bold commitment to unlock and enable the Tech Talent in Bahrain,' said Ahlam Oun, Bahrain Director at General Assembly. 'By embracing both traditional and non-traditional Tech graduates from General Assembly, and embedding them across departments to drive digital transformation, KPMG is redefining what talent enablement looks like. Their prioritization of Bahraini tech talent makes them the ideal partner on the speed train to the future - fueling innovation, inclusion, and impact at every turn.'
Zawya
7 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
General Assembly Bahrain and KPMG partner to empower Bahrain's tech workforce
General Assembly (GA) Bahrain, a pioneer in tech education and career transformation, and KPMG in Bahrain, a leading professional services company, today announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration is specifically designed to establish a solid pipeline of talented technology professionals, enabling Bahrain's workforce and fueling digital transformation across industries. Most significantly, KPMG has demonstrated a vision-oriented approach in talent hiring by recognizing the potential of students with various academic backgrounds who have graduated from the training of GA. So far, KPMG has hired eleven of GA's graduates, which stands testament to the success of the program. One of them graduated with a major in physics and is now a part of KPMG's coding team, which clearly reflects the effectiveness of GA's programs which help professionals evolve in their careers. The KPMG leadership team are also aware of how digital skills can be leveraged across a range of functions effectively, i.e., a data analytics graduate, for instance, can be a high-performing professional within a HR team by leveraging their skills to deliver on critical people analytics to drive better recruitment, retention, and employee engagement. Under the terms of the MoU, General Assembly Bahrain will offer its specialized corporate training programs to KPMG professionals, enhancing their skills in critical areas of technology and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the firm. This partnership signifies a mutual commitment to develop a highly skilled workforce capable of navigating the complexities of the digital age. 'Our partnership with KPMG reflects a bold commitment to unlock and enable the Tech Talent in Bahrain,' said Ahlam Oun, Bahrain Director at General Assembly. 'By embracing both traditional and non-traditional Tech graduates from General Assembly, and embedding them across departments to drive digital transformation, KPMG is redefining what talent enablement looks like. Their prioritization of Bahraini tech talent makes them the ideal partner on the speed train to the future - fueling innovation, inclusion, and impact at every turn.' Jamal Fakhro, KPMG Managing Partner, commented: "Investing in the future generation of young leaders is crucial for KPMG to deliver exceptional value to our clients and contribute to the Kingdom's economic progress. Our positive experience with General Assembly graduates has demonstrated the strength of their training and their ability to quickly integrate and contribute to our teams. This MoU formalizes our commitment to partner with GA Bahrain to secure a pipeline of high-performing skilled professionals who will be essential to drive digital transformation within the marketplace." The collaboration between General Assembly Bahrain with KPMG reiterates the mutual intent to create a technologically and dynamically skilled workforce in Bahrain in alignment with the Kingdom's vision of having a diversified, knowledge-based economy. About General Assembly: General Assembly Bahrain plays a crucial role in enhancing the tech skills of Bahrainis. Offering courses in software engineering, UX design, and data analytics, General Assembly Bahrain aligns its curriculum with market trends. Notably, General Assembly Bahrain has achieved a significant positive outcomes rate for its graduates, including employment, freelancing and entrepreneurial opportunities, underscoring its commitment to bridging the digital skills gap in the Kingdom. About KPMG International KPMG firms operate in 142 countries and territories with more than 275,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. Each KPMG member firm is responsible for its own obligations and liabilities. KPMG is a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. KPMG is the brand under which the member firms of KPMG International Limited ('KPMG International') operate and provide professional services. 'KPMG' is used to refer to individual member firms within the KPMG organization or to one or more member firms collectively. KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG International Limited and its related entities do not provide services to clients. About KPMG in Bahrain KPMG in Bahrain was founded in 1968 and has served the marketplace for over 55 years. Supporting clients across the private, public and development sector, we have over 420 professionals led by 11 partners. KPMG in Bahrain also provides a full range of Tech, Data, AI, ESG, and HR advisory services through our global alliances with Oracle, ServiceNow, OutSystems and SAP. Our Center of Excellence on LowCode provides clients with innovative solutions by leveraging the lowcode technology both in the Kingdom of Bahrain and across our wider KPMG network, while building local capabilities through young Bahraini coders and tech professionals.
