Chatty people are fascinating, they talk about everything and anything just to get out the information that’s been stored up for a while in their brains. However, these 2 career options for chatty people to consider maybe just the challenge they’ve been looking for.
Most careers for chatty people we may think of salespeople, journalism, public relations, teacher, and customer service. But there is more to explore.
1. Private Investigator
Don’t you just love those crime shows where you already know how it’s going to end, but you stay in suspense during the entire show anyway.
If you like to chat and connect with people, you could explore being a private investigator.
Why, you might ask. Because you are going to be able to keep the conversation going and will ask all the questions jumping out of your head, that most people won’t ask or don’t think to ask.
You’re helping individuals, lawyers, and businesses find answers to their complex situations.
All you’re doing is asking questions.
And chatty people can blend right in and make the connection to get to the heart of the matter.
Private investigators can also assist in background checks for a company’s human resources departments and do surveillance and research in any form of communication necessary and as requested.
Private investigators are considered a part of the criminal justice community; however, their only job is to gather information and report it back to whoever hired them. You get to pass off the information.
PI Education
Most PI’s have degrees in criminal justice and psychology, but it’s not necessary. However, you do need to have excellent communication skills, be detailed, a problem solver, and an analytical and strategic thinker. And we can’t forget observant.
There are different levels of education and certifications you can obtain, for example, if you are interested in the cyber and criminal justice world, research the NATIONAL INITIATIVE FOR CYBERSECURITY CAREERS AND STUDIES, which is a part of The McAfee Institute, which has many more certifications to offer.
PI Salary
According to Salary.com, 50% make over 50K yr., and 90% make over 70K yr. It’s very possible to make more than this, as it will depend on which industry you choose your current education and specific certifications.
2. Personal Shopper
Most chatty people love making connections with people. Right? Of course!
And being a personal shopper really gets them connected.
Personal shoppers offer advice on the dailies. You’re making connections and advising all day long. Whether it be about fashion, food, finance, self-care, you could really make a name for yourself.
However, keep your client list private.
What you are doing is establishing trust, loyalty, and confidence in your ability to advise on the daily. You are a supportive connection to your client on anything they need.
Personal Shopper Education
You don’t need a college degree, but, if you have one explore how your education could come in handy in starting your own personal shopper business.
Your main responsibility is going to be advising, so being a great listener and being able to read between the lines is going to be a must for this career.
Not to mention your organization skills will become invaluable. You want to be at least 2 steps ahead of your client. Attention to detail, this is a no-brainer, observant, consistent, loyal and trustworthy.
Be the SME (subject matter expert) in your personal shopper field. Look around in your community and find your niche. Someone needs you now!
Personal Shopper Salary
Well, if you are just starting out ziprercruiter.com says to expect to make around or a little over 41K yr. You can make this a side hustle or make it a full-time job, create a business model and expand the idea if you want.
It’s all up to you. Personal shoppers of celebrities make well over six-figures. It’s all about skill. and how you make connections.
Final Thoughts
If you are in a career that is just eh… start exploring your personality needs. If you are sitting in a call center all day, and you love being outside, you probably can’t wait to go home. Or if you work from home alone, and crave conversation, you might want to grab your computer and head over to the local coffee shop or visit your favorite park and sit a spell.
Chatty people are just that, WE love to chat! We LOVE making connections.
Some are right brain and others are left brain. It really doesn’t matter as long as you are doing something to feed your soul!
After given you these 2 career options for chatty people, I’m curious to know what you think. Good Luck!
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