Are you frustrated with the direction of your career? You are definitely not alone. Studies suggest that 52.3 percent of employees are dissatisfied at work. If you are ready to switch to a different vocation, however, you need to ensure that you can still pay the bills. Be mercenary with your decision-making and select a field that offers not only job satisfaction but also high pay. Here are five of the fastest-growing professions you should consider.
Personal Trainer

Median pay for this profession fell to under $30,000 as recently as 2008. That may have been enough to discourage you from exploring job opportunities in the field, but the situation is changing now that the country is becoming more health-conscious. By 2018, the average pay rate for personal trainers should rise 30 percent. In addition, if you have a job in collegiate or professional sports, you can easily earn six figures.
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