Hot Industries

Ever heard of a surfer that happily made his/her home a town in Kansas?  I didn't think so.  At times, I feel like finding a job is like searching for waves in Topeka--completely frustrating and demoralizing.

Ultimately, we need to go where the jobs are! (Thank-you, Captain Obvious).  In a recent article put out by Kelly Services, a nationwide job-search firm, a list was created of the top industries to gain employment.

That article can be read here: Top 25 Fastest Growing Industries 2010-2011

You will notice, that at least three of these industries are related to the aging baby-boom generation.  Healthcare is so hot right, now.  So hot right now. (This comment reminds me of an absolutely ridiculous and totally unrelated movie clip):

Anyway, sorry for that pointless distraction.

Here is a list of major employers in St. Louis--notice how many are in healthcare!

Similar list for Kansas City.

Sometimes it is necessary to go where the jobs are--I'm still chasing waves in landlocked states!

Career Skills and Coffee no longer! / Garmin

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Many of the job postings you find on CSO are located in the Kansas City area, but there are a plethora of companies that are hiring and not necessarily making routine MU campus visits.  One company in particular worth mentioning is Garmin.

For those of you not familiar with the name, Garmin manufactures navigation and communication devices to make our daily lives easier. What I find especially interesting about this company is not only the fact that the headquarters are in KC, but each of their products is highly innovative and cutting edge. From watches and cell phones to helicopter avionics and tracking systems for hunting dogs, Garmin is worth checking out.

The company is also the main sponsor of one of the top cycling teams in the world: Team Garmin/Transitions.