9 Offbeat Careers That Pay Much More Than You Think

By siliconindia  |   Monday, 17 November 2014, 23:15 IST
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BENGALURU: When it comes to work, money is obviously a big deal. You could have the best job in town, but it’s of no value if you don’t like your job or don’t get a decent pay check in return. Luckily, here are some careers that pay more than you think and are guaranteed to put the enjoyment back in employment, as reported Amanda Greenman of TheRichest.
Sommelier—$50,000 Annual Salary
Everyone gets high and tipsy on wines, but sommeliers or wine stewards are the individuals who actually know the real highs and lows of alcoholic beverage. Even though sommelier is not an entry-level job, highly skilled work makes it a great bet among professionals. A sommelier’s job is to help customers or visitors to select a wine that goes perfectly with their meal. These professionals need to possess exceptional taste and exemplary customer service skills to get the job done. To get started, the profession demands thorough understanding of wines, their composition, their method of preparation and how they affect food on consumers’ menu. Even though male predominantly dominates this profession, at the moment more women are exploring such kind of job opportunities by entering the field.
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