Plenty of people prefer to spend time on their own when fulfilling their professional duties. Let’s be honest, modern corporate lifestyle is not for everyone, is it? Working in an overcrowded open space, dealing with noisy co-workers, attending conferences, and meeting new clients – these all sound like a nightmare for every loner out there. If you are more of a solo player and prefer a job environment that encourages individual work, we have six (6) job suggestions tailored to your needs. Read on to find out 6 most suitable careers for people who like to work alone.
1. Website designer
Web design is a trendy profession that requires both artistic and technical skills. A great designer needs to create fully functional and visually appealing websites. It requires minimum contact with the clients to work out ideas and discuss feedback; however, the majority of the work is done within the four walls of the office.
2. Freelance translator
For all linguistically minded individuals who prefer to work alone translator’s career seems like a perfect fit. You can utilize your language skills while working from the convenience of your own home. Being a translator can take up many forms – you can translate novels, articles, movies and TV series, legal statements and technical manuals. You just need to pick your niche.
3. Accountant
If you are great with numbers and tax season is your favourite time of the year, you should consider accounting as your future career. On top of that, if you are attentive to detail, have analytical eye and enthusiasm that comes together with open-mindedness, you may be the perfect candidate. Accountant’s main duties include preparing financial statements, maintaining general ledgers, analysing costs and budgeting. Many accountants choose to set up their own companies, which definitely gives more freedom and independence.
4. Medical laboratory technician
Medical lab technicians perform tests on tissue, blood and other bodily fluids. They assist physicians in the diagnosis of different diseases and match blood compatibility for transfusions. They also play a crucial role in prevention of life-threatening diseases, like cancer, renal failure, diabetes, leukaemia and many others. As a medical lab technician you can specialize in microbiology, haematology, immunology and cytotechnology. The job duties include handling sensitive lab equipment and keeping detailed records of compiled data, therefore maximum levels of patience and concentration are necessary.
5. Art conservator
Art conservators usually work in museums, but many choose to set up their private businesses to advise clients and restore their valuable art collections. As an art conservator it is not enough to tell the difference between watercolour and oil painting. It also requires a set of artistic skills and patience. If you feel you have what it takes to restore 150 year old Monet, art conservator may be a dream-come-true career for you.
6. Physicist
Scientific discoveries take time and in order to accomplish something spectacular you need all the peace and serenity you can get. If physics has no secrets from you and you like to spend time solving complicated equations in a secluded campus office, being a physicist may prove extremely rewarding.
Some careers are designed to work in solitude and avoid distractions from the outside world. Contrary to what the majority of career advisors tell you, you do not need to network constantly in order to get a dream job. Truth be told, there is a right profession for everyone. If you prefer to work alone, consider our top career choices.
Amelia Dermott is a guest contributor to my blog; she is an author on Gumtree Australia and specialises in career development, workplace productivity and small business advice.
Cheers,
Annie Cerone