As the holiday season quickly ramps up, so does our spending. From buying gifts, food, and getting ready for parties, many folks are strapped for cash.&nbsp;But the holidays also bring about something that may help – seasonal holiday jobs. 70% of full-time workers are picking up extra work to afford the holidays this year, according to a survey done by <a href="http://resumetemplates.com">ResumeTemplates.com.</a>&nbsp;

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This is partially due to the fact that they just don’t make enough. Less than half of the workers surveyed said that their current salary falls short of covering holiday costs&nbsp; – something that many of us know all too well.&nbsp;I know you’re already exhausted from working but taking on a second job doesn’t have to be a drag. There are tons of interesting and creative ways to increase your income during the holidays, starting with this list of the highest-paying holiday jobs.Key points:<ul><li>Holiday jobs are in high demand, with the highest-paying jobs making $60 an hour or more.</li><li>There are niche job boards that cater to certain seasonal jobs and are great resources to use on a job hunt.</li><li>Holiday jobs can either be worked directly as an employee or as a freelancer.</li><li>There are several apps to list your services on as a freelancer that will help find holiday gigs.</li></ul>

&nbsp;<h2>6 Highest-Paying Holiday Jobs With The Most Demand</h2>Holiday jobs aren’t limited to only working in retail or delivery driving. There’s a lot going on this time of the year. Stores and events need Santas, people need pet sitters, and gifts need wrapping – all of which you can get paid quite the pretty penny for.Having said that, we identified 6 <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-jobs-without-a-degree">highest-paying jobs </a>for the holiday season using wage data from a variety of sources. Many of these jobs can also be freelance roles, which would entail contracting out your services to stores, event organizers, on an app, or getting paid directly by your customers.<h2>1. Santa&nbsp;</h2>Average hourly wage: <a href="https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Santa-Salary#:~:text=As%20of%20Nov%2026%2C%202024,States%20is%20%2460.10%20an%20hour.">$60 an hour </a>(up to <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2017/12/13/santas-have-high-earning-potential-but-big-costs-too.html#:~:text=Freelance%20Santas%20typically%20rake%20in,booking%20agency%2C%20imsanta.org.">$500 an hour</a> for freelance Santas)Fictional Santa may make his elves do all the work while he takes the credit. But in the real world, he’s just another worker bee like the rest of us. He gets paid well in his line of work too, with some Santas making as much as $500 an hour!

Santas can work year-round or seasonally at stores, malls, visits, and community and corporate events – and they even do virtual gigs too. Sites like <a href="http://hiresanta.com">HireSanta.com</a> serve as talent agencies for Santas and are a great way to find work. Santas can also apply directly to jobs at stores, events, or work as independent contractors.&nbsp;When looking for freelance Santa gigs, listing your Santa services on a talent booking app like <a href="https://www.gigsalad.com/Variety/Santa-Claus/">GigSalad</a> may help find work.<h2>2. Holiday Resort Staff</h2>Average hourly wage: <a href="https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Resort-Salary">$39 an hour</a>The holiday season is one of the busiest seasons at resorts, ski lodges, and ranches. Their clientele multiplies during this time and they need the staff to help cover the overflow. Some typical roles may include cooks, servers, bartenders, housekeepers, caterers, front desk agents, attendants, ski instructors, shuttle drivers, and more.&nbsp;These job-search sites are great places to start when looking for seasonal jobs in hospitality:<ul><li><a href="https://www.coolworks.com/">CoolWorks</a>: Find seasonal jobs in a variety of categories.</li><li><a href="https://www.seasonworkers.com/">SeasonWorkers</a>: Find seasonal winter jobs in hospitality, ski resorts, child care, and more.</li><li><a href="https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/">VailResorts</a>: Search seasonal jobs at over 40 different resorts.</li></ul><h2>3. Decorator</h2>Average hourly wage: <a href="https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Interior-Decorator-Salary">$33 an hour</a>December is a busy month for decorators. Christmas displays at stores, events, and even houses need professionals to help bring their holiday fantasies to life. <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@adamrchap/video/7427555775670668549">This guy</a> makes $3,600 a day from just decorating people’s homes (that’s $1,200 per home a day)!&nbsp;The fun of this <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-creative-jobs">high-paying creative job</a> is if you’re already holiday-obsessed, you get to bask in the glitz of it all – and get paid for it too. Some people <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@christmaslightcontractor">make their entire living</a> from holiday decorating.Duties may include setting up Christmas trees, putting up lights and outdoor displays, and decorating spaces for holiday events.

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Decorators can find gigs by listing their services on an app like <a href="https://www.thumbtack.com/instant-results/?zip_code=98383&amp;keyword_pk=231799316202490732&amp;project_pk=534129506251120653">Thumbtack </a>or starting a small holiday-decor business with a company like <a href="https://www.christmasdecor.net/franchise/">Christmas Decor</a>.<h2>4. House, Pet, or Plant Sitter</h2>Average hourly wage: <a href="https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Rover-Dog-Sitting-Salary">$22 an hour</a> (with some sitters on Rover making as much as $78,000 a year)Holiday travel means houses, pets, and even plants need someone to look after them, and their owners are willing to pay a lot to book you. The top earners on Rover make $78,000 a year or more, or $37 per hour.

House sitting and pet sitting are actually combined services that you can offer as a sitter on apps like <a href="https://rover.com">Rover</a>, <a href="https://meowtel.com">Meowtel</a>, and <a href="https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/">Trusted Housesitters</a>. You can either work drop-in gigs or pet sit overnight in the owner’s home. Daily care may include feeding and water, taking them on walks, playing, scooping boxes, and anything else they need.&nbsp;If you’re allergic to pets, plant sitting is another option to earn extra cash. Apps like <a href="https://www.airtasker.com/us/services/plant-sitting/">Airtasker </a>and <a href="https://www.taskrabbit.com/services/yardwork-removal/vacation-plant-watering">TaskRabbit </a>make it simple to find gigs by connecting you with plant owners.<h2>5. Gift Wrapper</h2>Average hourly wage: <a href="https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Professional-Gift-Wrapper-Salary">$18 an hour</a>There is an art to gift wrapping but not everyone excels at it. For those who do, they may be able to create a lucrative holiday side hustle with it.&nbsp;Stores, resorts, lodges, events, and every-day people need talented gift wrappers to make their presents look beautiful. Gift wrappers are responsible for boxing and neatly packaging merchandise with a creative flair.Gift wrappers can either apply to jobs like <a href="https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/GRA1027GAMH/JobBoard/fea69ac9-edad-4702-8369-9285d60cc4f0/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=47a6ef6f-223c-4739-9498-97b33ad65c2d&amp;sourceId=0e644a42-416a-4b81-a888-ed221c4acf2f">this one</a> at places like ranches, offer services as independent contractors either on an app like <a href="https://www.taskrabbit.com/services/holidays/gift-wrapping">TaskRabbit </a>or starting a gift-wrapping small business.<h2>6. Personal Shopper</h2>Average hourly wage: <a href="https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Personal-Shopper-Salary">$16 an hour</a>Shopping for gifts can really stress people out. Personal shoppers are there to take away that stress by doing the shopping for you, and doing a good job at it.&nbsp;They will buy your gifts, any clothes you need, food for parties, decorations, and even help with the style. Your friends and family won’t notice that you didn’t do the shopping yourself but will still be touched.

Personal shoppers can either work as shoppers on <a href="https://instacart.com">Instacart </a>or <a href="https://shipt.com">Shipt</a>, or list their services as independent contractors on apps like <a href="https://www.thumbtack.com/instant-results/?deprecate_spr=true&amp;keyword_pk=102906937114921796&amp;zip_code=98383&amp;user_query_pk=534129603650174991&amp;project_pk=534129605416656901&amp;encoded_answers=eyJzZl9wayI6IjUyNjQwNjYwNDU3MDIzMDc4OSIsImFucyI6eyIyIjpbMl19fQ%3D%3D">Thumbtack</a> or <a href="https://www.fiverr.com/gigs/personal-shopper">Fiverr</a>.<h2>How to Get a Holiday Job&nbsp;</h2>When looking for seasonal holiday jobs, start with what works best for your schedule. If you already have a busy schedule between work and festivities, pick a side hustle that best compliments that.&nbsp;For instance, pet sitting may not be something you should take on when you don’t have a lot of time to spend with them. However, you could instead do part-time gift wrapping for a few hours on select days.&nbsp;Make sure to also be transparent about your availability when interviewing with companies, but also to yourself. The holidays are a time when we tend to stretch ourselves too thin and need to be wise about what we commit to.Whatever you decide to do, have fun with it, and happy holidays!

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Don’t forget to browse our other resources as you start your job hunt, including finding your <a href="https://view.flodesk.com/pages/626ccc8e1e8046b220253e47">market rate</a>, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/job-interview-questions-and-answers">interview questions and answers</a> to prepare for, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-scripts">salary negotiation scripts</a> and <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-myths">myths</a>, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/how-to-ask-for-a-raise">how to ask for a raise</a>, and more!That wraps it up for this week. Until next time, stay awesome, stay strong, and keep advocating for yourself no matter what! I’m Daniella, a writer, engineer, and creator of <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/">I Like to Dabble </a>and <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/remote-work-bestie/">Remote Work Bestie</a> - my blog and podcast for leveling up your money, career, and side hustles. I’m extremely passionate about workers' rights and financial freedom, so it’s a pleasure to be able to bring you this type of content through the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub">Salary Transparent Street blog</a> (thank you for the opportunity, Hannah!) You can also follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iliketodabbleblog/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@iliketodabble">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellamarquez/">Linkedin</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/iliketodabble">Twitter</a>. Chat soon!If this guide helps you land a higher-paying job, let us know! Send us an email ➡️ hello@salarytransparentstreet.comFor more Salary Transparent Street resources:<ul><li>Want to join the movement? Explore thousands of individually reported salaries nationwide across all industries in our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>!</li><li>Do you know if you're being underpaid? <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/p/underpaid-quiz">Take our free quiz</a> to find out!</li><li>Need help determining your market rate? Download our free <a href="https://view.flodesk.com/pages/626ccc8e1e8046b220253e47">Market Research Guide</a> to learn what you should be making.</li><li>Need help negotiating your salary? Download our free <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/free-salary-negotiation-guide">Salary Negotiation Guide</a>!</li><li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@salarytransparentstreet">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/salarytransparentstreet/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salarytransparentstreet">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/salarytransparentstreet">YouTube </a>and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/salarytransparentstreet/">LinkedIn </a>for daily pay transparency interviews and career news you can use!</li><li>Subscribe to our <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/subscribe">weekly newsletter</a> for news updates, professional deep dives, learning opportunities, and more!</li></ul>

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6 High-Paying Holiday Jobs In Demand (& Where To Find Them)

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Unpaid internships might as well scream “free labor”. They’re the epitome of being overworked and underpaid – asking for the same dedication, time, and effort as a paid job, but offering nothing in return except "experience" that may or may not lead to future opportunities.&nbsp;

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This may seem especially insulting when there are several <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-jobs-without-a-degree">high-paying jobs that don’t require a college degree</a> or unpaid work to break into.&nbsp;When you’re seeking experience, but experience is usually required to get a job, unpaid internships seem like a viable answer. We interviewed an unpaid research assistant intern at the end of this video that had similar thoughts.

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Key points:<ul><li>Unpaid internships are not fair to workers and exclude individuals who cannot afford to work without pay.</li><li>It depends on your specific circumstances if an unpaid internship is worth it or not.</li><li>Unpaid internships are not the only option to get started in a new career. 60% of internships are actually paid.&nbsp;</li><li>You don’t have to settle for an unpaid internship. The highest salary for interns recorded in our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3Dintern&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">Salary Database</a> is $71,000 a year!</li></ul>

&nbsp;<h2>Paid vs. Unpaid Internships: The Pros &amp; Cons</h2>While the obvious upside to paid internships is the fact that they’re PAID, the downside to unpaid internships is that they’re not – which is a rather big con. It may seem like a slap in the face when offered an opportunity that doesn’t come with a paycheck. It’s essentially <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/pay-discrimination">pay discrimination</a> when companies think younger workers and those desperately seeking experience aren’t worth being paid fairly. We all know those companies are profiting off that labor in some way.

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What if you can’t afford to work for free? Without income, you may need to rely on savings, family support, or a part-time job, adding extra stress or limiting your ability to focus fully on the internship.&nbsp;Whether the company agrees or not, unpaid internships may have a lasting impact on your future wages. That time spent at an unpaid internship may cause you to miss out on paid opportunities that may lead to higher-paying jobs down the line or other opportunities that are more aligned with your long-term career goals.&nbsp;Unpaid internships may also not guarantee a full-time position or even a job offer, leaving you without a clear long-term opportunity. In some cases, unpaid interns may even end up doing menial tasks or not gaining valuable experience, making the internship less beneficial.Having said that, there are still some advantages that come with unpaid internships. They can provide academic credits toward completing a degree, valuable hands-on experience, and connections in your field that can lead to job offers or referrals in the future.&nbsp;

You’ll also have a chance to see how things work in your field and develop practical skills and knowledge that can enhance your resume and make you more competitive in the job market. They may also help grow your portfolio.<h2>Are unpaid internships worth it?</h2>After weighing the pros and cons, it’s time to ask yourself whether an unpaid internship is worth pursuing in your particular circumstances. Whether it's worth it or not will be different from person to person.Ask yourself these questions to help decide:<ul><li>Can you afford it?</li><li>Will it help you build valuable skills and gain experience that will take you to the next step in your field?</li><li>Can you gain valuable connections and mentorship?</li><li>Will it provide academic credits that will go towards a degree?</li><li>Does it provide a path to a paying position at the same company?</li><li>Can you find any paid internship opportunities that are similar?</li></ul>If the internship promises a future paid position at the company, you’re someone who can afford to take on unpaid work, or are still in school seeking academic credits, an unpaid internship may work for you. That’s if it seems like something that you will gain valuable experience from and gives you an advantage on your resume.<h2>Are unpaid internships legal?</h2>Honestly, any form of free labor should be illegal. Unfortunately, the current law says otherwise.&nbsp;Unpaid internships are legal under the <a href="https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/compliance-assistance/handy-reference-guide-flsa">Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)</a> if they primarily benefit the intern rather than the employer and meet the criteria of the Department of Labor's “primary beneficiary test,” which examines factors like educational training.

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If the work is for academic credit or within the bounds of being considered a learning environment, those unpaid internships are considered legal. These internships must also not displace paid employees or directly contribute to the employer’s profit.To check if an unpaid internship is legal, review the <a href="https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fact-sheets/71-flsa-internships">DOL's internship guidelines</a> and ensure it meets the seven factors outlined, including receiving meaningful learning opportunities and not displacing paid employees. Consult an employment lawyer if you have concerns about a particular program.<h2>How to Find Paid Internships Instead</h2>As much as it’s beneficial to gain as much experience as you can in the beginning of your career, unpaid internships are not the only option.&nbsp;With 60.2% of internships being paid, according to the <a href="https://ccwt.wisc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/CCWT_NSCI-2021-Report.pdf">National Survey of College Internships Report</a> by the University of Wisconsin Center for Research on College-Workforce Transitions, you may even have better luck focusing on applying to paid internships rather than unpaid ones. Some interns are making as much as $71,000 a year, according to the highest salary recorded in our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3Dintern&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">Salary Database</a>.There are a few sites available to current students and grads to help find paid internships, including:<ul><li><a href="https://gogovernment.org/federal-internship-finder/">The Federal Internship Finder</a> - filter on “paid”</li><li><a href="https://internmatch.io/">InternMatch</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://www.wayup.com/s/internships/">WayUp</a></li><li><a href="https://joinhandshake.com/">Handshake</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://www.chegg.com/about/working-at-chegg/internships/">Chegg</a></li><li>Your school’s job listing job site or alumni network</li></ul>We believe you deserve to get paid for your work!Don’t forget to browse our other resources as you get your career started, including finding your <a href="https://view.flodesk.com/pages/626ccc8e1e8046b220253e47">market rate</a>, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/job-interview-questions-and-answers">interview questions and answers</a> to prepare for, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-scripts">salary negotiation scripts</a> and <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-myths">myths</a>, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/how-to-ask-for-a-raise">how to ask for a raise</a>, and more!That wraps it up for this week. Until next time, stay awesome, stay strong, and keep advocating for yourself no matter what! I’m Daniella, a writer, engineer, and creator of <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/">I Like to Dabble </a>and <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/remote-work-bestie/">Remote Work Bestie</a> - my blog and podcast for leveling up your money, career, and side hustles. I’m extremely passionate about workers' rights and financial freedom, so it’s a pleasure to be able to bring you this type of content through the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub">Salary Transparent Street blog</a> (thank you for the opportunity, Hannah!) You can also follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iliketodabbleblog/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@iliketodabble">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellamarquez/">Linkedin</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/iliketodabble">Twitter</a>. Chat soon!If this guide helps you land a higher-paying job, let us know! Send us an email ➡️ hello@salarytransparentstreet.comFor more Salary Transparent Street resources:<ul><li>Want to join the movement? Explore thousands of individually reported salaries nationwide across all industries in our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>!</li><li>Do you know if you're being underpaid? <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/p/underpaid-quiz">Take our free quiz</a> to find out!</li><li>Need help determining your market rate? Download our free <a href="https://view.flodesk.com/pages/626ccc8e1e8046b220253e47">Market Research Guide</a> to learn what you should be making.</li><li>Need help negotiating your salary? 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Are Unpaid Internships Worth It?

Labor unions are all the rage. In fact, petitions for union representation elections have doubled since 2021, according to <a href="https://www.nlrb.gov/news-outreach/news-story/union-petitions-filed-with-nlrb-double-since-fy-2021-up-27-since-fy-2023">data from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)</a>, and for good reason.&nbsp;Who wouldn’t want to be a part of an organized group that supports and protects their rights, fights <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/pay-discrimination">pay discrimination</a>, negotiates on their behalf, and provides top-notch benefits like healthcare coverage and a pension?

They even offer some of the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-trade-jobs">highest-paying trade jobs</a> out there. One of the union electricians we interviewed at the IBEW's International Women's Conference was making a whopping $117.55 an hour in her 5th year of apprenticeship!

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Union jobs aren’t only for blue-collar workers, though. Union workers exist across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, technology, entertainment, public service, and more. Several <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-government-jobs">high-paying government jobs</a> also have a strong union presence.Everyone has the right to join or form a union, regardless of whether or not their employer formally recognizes them. The problem is that it can be confusing to know where to start.Key points:<ul><li>More workers are seeking union membership for protections like fair pay, healthcare, pensions, and advocacy against discrimination.</li><li>From skilled trades to healthcare, technology, and public service, unions offer opportunities across a wide variety of industries, with some roles paying over $100/hour.</li><li>Workers have the option to either join a local union, work at a company affiliated with a union, or form a union at their current job.</li><li>Employers can’t legally make unionization threats when workers are attempting to form a union.</li></ul>

&nbsp;<h2>How to Join a Union</h2>There are a few ways to join a union – join a local union chapter or one that fits your profession, form a union at your workplace, or get a job at a company affiliated with a union.The first option involves joining a local union through trade union apprenticeships. This can be done by either going to a local union hall of your choice, depending on the type of work you want to do, or by visiting their website to learn how to submit an application. For example, the <a href="https://www.ibew.org/">International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)</a> union has a total of 831 local chapters in the U.S. and Canada. If you don’t know what local unions are available to you or what union you want to join, Google “local unions in my city”.If you’re an experienced trade worker, it’s possible to bypass the apprenticeship process by contacting a local union and inquiring about journeyman or lateral entry programs.

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If you work in other industries such as healthcare or technology, identify a union that’s right for your profession and speak to a union organizer. The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) is a great resource to find a union to join using <a href="https://aflcio.org/about-us/our-unions-and-allies/our-affiliated-unions">their list of affiliated unions</a>.The third option is applying directly to companies affiliated with unions. For example, let’s say you aren’t an electrician and don’t want to become one. Maybe you work in IT and think a union wouldn’t fly with most companies in your field, but think again.&nbsp;There are several unions that represent tech workers, such as the<a href="https://cwa-union.org/"> Communication Workers of America (CWA)</a> union, which has a growing presence at big-name tech companies like Google, and the <a href="https://www.ueunion.org/">United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America (UE)</a> union.&nbsp;

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Regardless of what industry you work in, look up unions that represent those in your profession and find a union organizer to help you through the process.<h2>How to Form a Union</h2>If your current job happens to be non-union, you can form one, but you’ll need <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/discussing-salary-with-coworkers">support from your fellow coworkers</a>. That’s where unionizing starts.There are two ways to go about this. You can either form a union through an NLRB election, or take the voluntary recognition route, which involves asking your employer to recognize the union. These agreements are made outside the NLRB process until the voluntary recognition has been granted. After that, the employer or the union may notify the NLRB Regional Office with their decision.Both routes start with contacting a union organizer. When getting voluntary recognition, you’ll need to get a majority of your coworkers to sign union authorization cards before trying to persuade your employer. When going through the NLRB, you’ll need at least 30% of coworkers to sign union authorization cards before <a href="https://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/pages/node-195/nlrb_502rc_2-18.pdf">filing a petition</a> for union election with the NLRB.&nbsp;An NLRB agent will be there to help you through the process by setting up a date, time, and place of the secret ballot election, a voting method in which voters’ identities remain anonymous. Elections can be in-person, by mail, or both. When the union receives the majority of votes, the NLRB then certifies the union as the exclusive collective-bargaining representative.<h2>What about union busting?</h2>Employers may have mixed reactions to their employees’ attempt at unionizing. If your employer decides to fight back through the form of union-busting, there are many workers who have been there and done that. Thankfully, they put together a helpful <a href="https://unionbustingplaybook.com/">union-busting playbook</a> with real stories of how they beat them.The good news is that manager unionization threats <a href="https://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/nlrb-tosses-40-year-stance-on-manager-unionization-threats">are now illegal!</a> The NLRB ruled in November of 2024 that employers can no longer tell workers that unionizing will harm their relationship with management.

<h2>Next Steps</h2>For those ready to join or form a union, remember to stay informed, be patient, and seek support from experienced union organizers – they’re invaluable guides through the process.Look up union-specific job boards, such as <a href="https://www.unionhiringhall.org/">Union Hiring Hall</a> or on local union chapter websites, and don’t hesitate to contact union representatives to learn more about entry programs or apprenticeships.&nbsp;That wraps it up for this week. Until next time, stay awesome, stay strong, and keep advocating for yourself no matter what! I’m Daniella, a writer, engineer, and creator of <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/">I Like to Dabble </a>and <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/remote-work-bestie/">Remote Work Bestie</a> - my blog and podcast for leveling up your money, career, and side hustles. I’m extremely passionate about workers' rights and financial freedom, so it’s a pleasure to be able to bring you this type of content through the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub">Salary Transparent Street blog</a> (thank you for the opportunity, Hannah!) You can also follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iliketodabbleblog/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@iliketodabble">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellamarquez/">Linkedin</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/iliketodabble">Twitter</a>. Chat soon!If this guide helps you land a higher-paying job, let us know! Send us an email ➡️ hello@salarytransparentstreet.comFor more Salary Transparent Street resources:<ul><li>Want to join the movement? Explore thousands of individually reported salaries nationwide across all industries in our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>!</li><li>Do you know if you're being underpaid? <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/p/underpaid-quiz">Take our free quiz</a> to find out!</li><li>Need help determining your market rate? Download our free <a href="https://view.flodesk.com/pages/626ccc8e1e8046b220253e47">Market Research Guide</a> to learn what you should be making.</li><li>Need help negotiating your salary? Download our free <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/free-salary-negotiation-guide">Salary Negotiation Guide</a>!</li><li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@salarytransparentstreet">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/salarytransparentstreet/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salarytransparentstreet">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/salarytransparentstreet">YouTube </a>and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/salarytransparentstreet/">LinkedIn </a>for daily pay transparency interviews and career news you can use!</li><li>Subscribe to our <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/subscribe">weekly newsletter</a> for news updates, professional deep dives, learning opportunities, and more!</li></ul>

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How to Join a Union (or Form One Yourself)

You finally did it. You conducted your market research, wrote the perfect email asking to meet with your boss, and successfully negotiated your salary to get paid what you’re worth. Feels amazing, right?

So…what do you do, now that those biweekly paychecks finally look the way you’ve always wanted them to? First: Celebrate a job well done. And second: Get smart about how you’re putting this newfound extra income to work.Because your money can (and should!) work as hard as you do. Today, I’m breaking down three super-savvy ways to make your money go the extra mile.<h2>First up: Make a plan.</h2>Just like you write out what to say before you ask your boss for a raise, you should write out the money journey you want to go on. Before you make any investments or open any new accounts, think about the answers to some big questions:<ul><li>How much extra money do you have to invest per pay period, once you’ve handled regular expenses like rent, groceries, gas, etc.?</li><li>What’s your risk tolerance as an investor? Do you like the bigger swings, or are you looking for more stability?</li><li>What are your goals as an investor? Are you saving for retirement, trying to make some side income, putting money aside for a big purchase, or just getting your feet wet?</li></ul>And it never hurts to familiarize yourself with the basics of investing—stocks, bonds, ETFs, 401(K)s, the works. Our friends at Public (an investing platform where you can build a portfolio with stocks, bonds, options, crypto, and more all in one place) have some great pointers for beginners <a href="https://public.com/learn/investing-for-beginners?wpsrc=Organic+Search&amp;wpsn=www.google.com">here</a>.<h2>Next: Explore different investing options (like in bonds with Public*).</h2>Public is one of the only modern brokerages to offer self-directed investing in bonds—aka bond investing actually designed in the 21st century. This is not your grandfather’s bond account.And we bet you’ll want in. After all, bonds are one of the best-kept secrets for super-successful investors. Why? They’re another way to deposit cash and earn yield—bonds are loans to governments, corporations, or other orgs that pay interest to investors.Public has tons of options to start investing in bonds. We’re talking…<ul><li>Thousands of corporate and Treasury bonds—so you get a wide array of choices, from your favorite big company to Uncle Sam</li><li>Fractional bonds—so you can start investing in bonds for as little as $100 (FYI: Before Public, you had to buy bonds for $1,000+ and in $100 increments—wild!)</li><li>A sleek, intuitive bond screener—so you can either build your own bond search or jump into preselects</li><li>An AI powered bond search—so you can find the perfect investment to fit your criteria and investing goals</li><li>A dedicated Bond Account – learn more below on how this works.</li></ul>Here’s how investing in a Bond Account works on Public:<ol><li>Invest your cash.</li><li>Your investment is allocated to a portfolio of 10 investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds.</li><li>You get to decide whether you want to hold the bonds to maturity to maximize returns, or sell when you’re ready. You’ll also receive regular interest payments throughout the year.</li></ol>And you can earn a yield of up to 6% or more on your investment. Even the best high-yield savings accounts can’t promise that kind of return these days.&nbsp;

I’ve loved exploring my investing options on Public, including kicking off <a href="https://youtu.be/9sg5vvwZbhE?si=m4ggh-6Ppx-XOl_y">my own bond journey</a>. You can check out Public’s bond offerings <a href="http://public.com/STS">right this way</a>.<h2>Finally: Set it and forget it.</h2>Investing may sound like something that requires a ton of time and attention. But in reality? Automation is your friend.Because realistically, the stock market and the economy will always have their ups and downs. Trying to get in front of every economic ebb and flow is a one-way ticket to burnout—and one you certainly don’t need.All you need to do is:<ol><li>Some homework to make sure your investing game plan is right for you</li><li>Some diversification to ensure you’re not putting all your eggs (aka that hard-earned cash!) in one basket</li><li>Some long-term planning. Beyond that, you can then look to review your portfolio bi-annually.</li></ol>Bottom line: Making more money isn’t the only goal once you understand what you’re worth at work—you want that money to stretch as far as possible, and you can start investing intelligently at a brokerage like Public.

*Paid endorsement for Public Investing, Inc. Not investment advice. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US Listed and registered securities, options and Bonds in a self-directed brokerage account are offered by Public Investing. ETFs, options and Bonds are available to US members only.&nbsp;*The 6.8% yield is the average, annualized yield to worst (YTW) across all ten bonds in the Bond Account, before fees, as of 10/24/2024. A bond’s yield is a function of its market price, which can fluctuate; therefore, a bond’s YTW is not “locked in” until the bond is purchased, and your yield at time of purchase may be different from the yield shown here. The “locked in” YTW is not guaranteed; you may receive less than the YTW of the bonds in the Bond Account if you sell any of the bonds before maturity or if the issuer defaults on the bondA Bond Account is a self-directed brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Deposits into this account are used to purchase 10 investment-grade and high-yield bonds.. Public Investing charges a markup on each bond trade. See our <a href="https://public.com/disclosures/fee-schedule">Fee Schedule</a>.&nbsp;Bond Accounts are not recommendations of individual bonds or default allocations. The bonds in the Bond Account have not been selected based on your needs or risk profile. See <a href="https://public.com/disclosures/bond-account">Bond Account Disclosures</a> to learn more. Fractional Bonds are offered by Public Investing. They are exposed to various risks typical of bond investments, including liquidity risk, interest rate risk, credit risk, inflation risk, and potential tax liabilities.&nbsp;Fractional&nbsp; Bonds also carry additional risks including that they are only available on Public and cannot be transferred to other brokerages. The value of these investments may be less than the original cost at the time of redemption. Typically, bonds with higher risk yields carry greater risk of default. Fractional Bonds are only bought and sold by a single market participant, Moment Markets.&nbsp; Bonds may be available from different brokers or dealers at prices different than those displayed.&nbsp; All prices are subject to change without prior notice. Public Investing earns a fee on every fractional bond trade. Trading 6 Month Treasury Bills through Fractional Bond investing offered by Public Investing is separate from the Public Treasury Account offered in partnership with Jiko. See risks: <a href="http://public.com/disclosures/apex-fractional-bond-disclosure">public.com/disclosures/apex-fractional-bond-disclosure</a>.Alpha is an AI research tool powered by GPT-4.&nbsp; Alpha is experimental and may generate inaccurate responses.&nbsp; Output from Alpha should not be construed as investment research or recommendations, and should not serve as the basis for any investment decision. Public makes no warranties about its accuracy, completeness, quality, or timeliness of any Alpha out. Please independently evaluate and verify any such output for your own use case.

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How to Make Your Money Work as Hard as You Do

Healthcare is one of the largest industries in the U.S. and is projected to exceed 5 trillion dollars in 2024, according to the <a href="https://www.cms.gov/data-research/statistics-trends-and-reports/national-health-expenditure-data/projected">National Health Expenditures (NHE) data</a> from The Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services' (CMS).&nbsp;It also has some of the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-jobs-without-a-degree">highest-paying jobs</a>, with six-figure salaries paying as much as $525,000 for oncologists, $500,000 for dentists, and $475,000 for emergency medicine physicians – which are the largest healthcare salaries recorded in our <a href="http://salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>. With the amount of responsibility and student loans that many of these professionals have, the pay makes sense.

Even if you don’t want to be a doctor, there are still other high-paying medical jobs to choose from, such as nurse anesthetists with salaries as high as $350,000 recorded in our Salary Database.&nbsp;There is a ton of growth potential in this industry, with as much as a <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nurse-anesthetists-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm#tab-6">40% projected job growth</a> between now and 2033 for some roles, making it a great option for those who want to work in medicine.&nbsp;Key points:<ul><li>Some of the highest-paying healthcare jobs are oncologists and emergency medicine physicians.</li><li>You don’t have to become a doctor to land a high-paying healthcare job.</li><li>The highest-paying healthcare jobs that don’t require doctoral degrees are nurse anesthetists and physician assistants.</li><li>Browse thousands of more publicly shared salaries on our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-databas">Salary Database</a>.</li></ul>

&nbsp;<h2>8 Highest-Paying Healthcare Jobs That Pay Over $100k</h2>We’ve identified 8 top-earning jobs in the healthcare industry using salary data from the past 3+ years of interviews, data we’ve collected in our <a href="http://salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>, and job data from the <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/">U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook</a>.&nbsp;Here’s a sneak peak of a few medical salaries from our recent interviews:

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You can find all of the highest healthcare salaries we recorded by searching for any of the below positions in our Salary Database. Don’t forget to <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/onboarding">join </a>and add your salary too!<h2>1. Oncologist</h2>Median salary: <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm">$239,200 per year</a> or moreHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3Doncologist&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">$525,000</a>Oncologists specialize in diagnosing and treating cancer. They manage a patient's cancer care throughout the course of the disease, including diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and palliative care. Many oncologists are also involved in researching and learning about new cancer treatments. Without them, many cancer patients would lose hope.&nbsp;Oncologists typically specialize in one of three areas: medical oncology, radiation oncology, or surgical oncology. They’re required to have a strong understanding of cancer biology and treatment modalities, as well as be able to manage any side effects. Depending on their speciality, their required years of residency may change but typically fall within 3 to 7 years. After that, they can become board-certified.&nbsp;Job outlook (2023-2033): 4% increase in job growthEducation needed: Doctoral or medical professional degree, 3 to 7 years of residency, and passage of the <a href="https://www.usmle.org/">United States Medical Licensing Exam</a> (USMLE).<h2>2. Emergency Medicine Physician</h2>Median salary: <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm">$239,200 per year</a> or moreHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3DEmergency+Medicine+Physician&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">$475,000</a>Emergency medicine physicians specialize in treating patients with acute illnesses or injuries that require urgent care. If you’ve ever been to the emergency room, those are the doctors that you see. They typically work in high-pressure environments, such as hospital emergency rooms or trauma centers, and their role is to provide immediate medical attention to patients of all ages and with a wide variety of conditions.Before they can become full-fledged doctors, emergency medicine physicians need to complete 3 to 4 years of residency before becoming board-certified. Even though this position has the potential to be high-earning, residency isn’t. We interviewed an emergency medicine resident who is currently earning $66,000 in her 2nd year of residency. Keep this in mind when exploring different medical roles.Job outlook (2023-2033): 4% increase in job growthEducation needed: Doctoral or medical professional degree, 3 to 4 years of specialty training in emergency medicine, and passage of the USMLE.

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<h2>3. Anesthesiologist</h2>Median salary: <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm">$239,200 per year</a> or moreHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3DAnesthesiologist&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">$450,000</a>If you’ve ever had to have a surgery done, remember when you were knocked out cold by the lovely medical professional who had you count down from 100? They were an anesthesiologist, who are medical doctors who specialize in administering anesthesia and managing pain. Because of them, your safety and comfort is ensured during and after medical procedures – and are responsible for your sound surgical slumber.

Anesthesiologists work across various settings, including operating rooms, labor and delivery units, intensive care units (ICUs), and pain management clinics. You may think this profession has zero to no work-life balance, much like several doctors, but that isn’t always the case. We interviewed a cardiac anesthesiologist who makes up to $700,000 a year, has 4 kids, and has never missed anything of importance. They place a high importance on that balance.Job outlook (2023-2033): 4% increase in job growthEducation needed: &nbsp;Doctoral or medical professional degree, 4 years of residency, and passage of the USMLE.

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<h2>4. Nurse Anesthetist (CRNAs)</h2>Median salary: <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nurse-anesthetists-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm#tab-5">$212,650 per year</a>Highest salary recorded in our Salary Database: <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3DNurse+Anesthetist&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">$350,000</a>Nurse anesthetists, or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), are advanced practice nurses who specialize in administering anesthesia. Their main role is providing anesthesia care to patients undergoing surgical, medical, or diagnostic procedures.The main difference between CRNA’s and anesthesiologists is their education and training. CRNAs are advanced practice nurses with specialized training in anesthesia, while anesthesiologists are medical doctors who complete a medical degree and a residency in anesthesiology. Anesthesiologists typically oversee anesthesia care in more complex cases and have a broader scope of medical practice compared to CRNAs.Job outlook (2023-2033): 40% increase in job growthEducation needed: Master's degree. We interviewed a CRNA who makes $280,000 a year and started out as a registered nurse (RN), worked in the ICU for 7 years (she said the minimum requirement was 1 year), then went to anesthesia school. New nurse anesthetists will be required to have a doctoral degree by 2025, according to the <a href="https://college.mayo.edu/academics/explore-health-care-careers/careers-a-z/nurse-anesthetist/#:~:text=Completing%20advanced%20training%20to%20become,a%20doctoral%20degree%20by%202025.">Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science</a>.

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<h2>5. Dentist</h2>Median salary: <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dentists.htm">$170,910 per year</a>&nbsp;Highest salary recorded in our Salary Database: <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3DDentist&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">$500,000</a>As much as you may hate going to the dentist, those pearly whites of yours have a different opinion. Dentists are who take care of your oral hygiene and overall health. In addition to caring for their patient’s teeth, they also treat conditions related to the gums and mouth.Dentists aren’t the only high-paying dental role out there. Oral surgeons, orthodontists, and prosthodontists are other possible specialties to explore – with oral surgeons making a median salary of <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dentists.htm#tab-5">$239,000</a>, according to the BLS. Dentists have the option to become oral surgeons, but not all dentists are oral surgeons.&nbsp;Job outlook (2023-2033): 5% increase in job growthEducation needed: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree and passage of the <a href="https://jcnde.ada.org/inbde">Integrated National Board Dental Examination (INBDE)</a>. &nbsp;<h2>6. Pharmacist</h2>Median salary: <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacists.htm">$136,030 per year</a>&nbsp;Highest salary recorded in our Salary Database: <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3DPharmacist&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">$177,000</a>While doctors write prescriptions, pharmacists fill them. Pharmacists are healthcare professionals who specialize in the safe and effective use of medications. They play a vital role in patient care by ensuring that medications are prescribed and used properly, providing valuable information to patients and healthcare providers, and contributing to public health initiatives.A pharmacist's salary may vary depending on where they work. Those working in ambulatory healthcare services make a median salary of $150,110, while those who work in hospitals make $141,880, according to <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacists.htm#tab-5">the BLS</a>. Pharmacists that work at your local drug store make a little less at $131,290. We interviewed a pharmacist that makes $100,000 a year working in a hospital.Job outlook (2023-2033): 5% increase in job growthEducation needed: A PharmD, or Doctor of Pharmacy and passage of the <a href="https://nabp.pharmacy/programs/examinations/naplex/">North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX)</a>.

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<h2>7. Optometrist</h2>Median salary: <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/optometrists.htm">$131,860 per year</a>&nbsp;Highest salary recorded in our Salary Database: <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3DOptometrist&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">$380,000</a>If you’re having trouble seeing clearly and think you might need glasses or contacts, an optometrist is who you go to see. Optometrists are doctors who specialize in eye care and vision health. They perform eye examinations, diagnose vision problems, and provide treatments, including prescribing corrective lenses and managing certain eye diseases.

Where optometrists end up working has a lot to do with their pay. Those who work at outpatient care centers make a median salary of $182,200 a year, while those who work in offices make a lower salary of $125,140, according to the <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/optometrists.htm#tab-5">BLS</a>.Job outlook (2023-2033): 9% increase in job growthEducation needed: Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree and passage of the <a href="https://oat.ada.org/">Optometry Admission Test (OAT)</a>. We interviewed an optometrist that spent 8 years in schooling and currently makes $143,000 a year.

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<h2>8. Physician Assistants</h2>Median salary: <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physician-assistants.htm">$130,020 per year</a>&nbsp;Highest salary recorded in our Salary Database: <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3DPhysician+Assistant&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">$165,000</a>Have you ever made a doctor appointment and were instead scheduled with your doctor’s physician assistant? There’s a good reason for that.&nbsp;Physician Assistants (PAs) practice medicine under the supervision of physicians. They play a vital role in providing patient care in various medical settings, including hospitals, clinics, and outpatient facilities. When doctors aren’t available, they help handle the load by consulting with patients during routine appointments and some specialty care.

PAs in outpatient care centers tend to make the most, with a median salary of <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physician-assistants.htm#tab-5">$141,050 recorded by the BLS</a>. We interviewed a PA who currently makes $130,000 a year with 10 years of experience.Job outlook (2023-2033): 28% increase in job growthEducation needed: Master's degree and passage of the <a href="https://www.nccpa.net/become-certified/">Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE)</a>.

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<h2>How to Break Into High-Paying Medical Jobs&nbsp;</h2>Breaking into some of the highest-paying healthcare jobs can be a tough feat to say the least. Doctors and surgeons require as much as 15 years of school and training for some specialties before they can practice on their own, and it isn’t cheap either. If you need help covering the bill, <a href="https://students-residents.aamc.org/financial-aid/paying-medical-school">The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)</a> is a great resource for finding financial aid.

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However, there are plenty of positions in the medical field that pay well and have lower barriers to entry, such as nurse practitioners who earn a median salary of <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nurse-anesthetists-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm#tab-5">$126,260</a> with a master’s degree as a minimum requirement. The highest salary recorded for nurse practitioners in our Salary Database is <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database?query=job_title%3DNurse+Practitioner&amp;page=1&amp;sortByField=calculated_annual_salary&amp;sortOrder=-1&amp;filters=">$164,000</a> a year.&nbsp;Radiation therapists and nuclear medicine technologists both fall above <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/">$90,000</a> median yearly salaries and only require associate degrees! Some of the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-trade-jobs">highest-paying trade jobs</a> also fall under healthcare, such as sonographers and radiology technicians.Whatever role you wish to explore in medicine, spend a good amount of time shadowing higher-up professionals to get a good feel for what you really want to do. Maybe one day you’ll be the one to save our lives! 😷Don’t forget to browse our other resources as you break into this field, including <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/job-interview-questions-and-answers">interview questions and answers</a> to prepare for, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-scripts">salary negotiation scripts</a> and <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-myths">myths</a>, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/how-to-ask-for-a-raise">how to ask for a raise</a>, and more!Learn about more high-paying jobs:<ul><li><a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-creative-jobs">8 Highest-Paying Creative Jobs That Pay $100k or More</a></li><li><a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-government-jobs">10 Highest-Paying Government Jobs &amp; How to Land Them</a></li><li><a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-trade-jobs">18 Highest-Paying Trade Jobs With Low Barriers to Entry</a></li><li><a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-jobs-without-a-degree">17 Highest-Paying Jobs Without a College Degree (All Pay Over $60K)</a></li></ul>That wraps it up for this week. Until next time, stay awesome, stay strong, and keep advocating for yourself no matter what! I’m Daniella, a writer, engineer, and creator of <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/">I Like to Dabble </a>and <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/remote-work-bestie/">Remote Work Bestie</a> - my blog and podcast for leveling up your money, career, and side hustles. I’m extremely passionate about workers' rights and financial freedom, so it’s a pleasure to be able to bring you this type of content through the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub">Salary Transparent Street blog</a> (thank you for the opportunity, Hannah!) You can also follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iliketodabbleblog/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@iliketodabble">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellamarquez/">Linkedin</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/iliketodabble">Twitter</a>. Chat soon!If this guide helps you land a higher-paying job, let us know! Send us an email ➡️ hello@salarytransparentstreet.comFor more Salary Transparent Street resources:<ul><li>Want to join the movement? Explore thousands of individually reported salaries nationwide across all industries in our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>!</li><li>Do you know if you're being underpaid? <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/p/underpaid-quiz">Take our free quiz</a> to find out!</li><li>Need help determining your market rate? Download our free <a href="https://view.flodesk.com/pages/626ccc8e1e8046b220253e47">Market Research Guide</a> to learn what you should be making.</li><li>Need help negotiating your salary? 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Top 8 Highest-Paying Healthcare Jobs With Six-Figure Salaries

When we think of artistic jobs, many of us may think of starving artists. Creative jobs are typically associated with the image of a struggling freelance painter or musician, but there are many high-paying creative jobs that you might not know about.Out of the many <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-jobs-without-a-degree">highest-paying jobs</a> for creative people that exist, the highest salaries we found recorded in our Salary Database were $175,000 a year for UX designers and $155,000 a year for video game designers – both of which don’t require college degrees to break into the field.&nbsp;In fact, 62.8% of creative positions don’t require college degrees, according to research by <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/90930086/these-are-the-most-in-demand-creative-jobs-least-likely-to-require-a-degree-and-where-to-find-them">Fast Company</a>.

Technology has had a huge part in the expanding world of creative careers. So much so that the creative industry will see a 40% growth in jobs by 2030, taken from <a href="https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/uk/Documents/technology-media-telecommunications/deloitte-uk-future-creative-economy-report-final.pdf">The Future of The Creative Economy report by Deloitte</a>. As this area continues to grow in demand, so will the opportunities and salaries that will come along with it.Key points:<ul><li>Creative careers have more flexibility when it comes to breaking into the field.</li><li>Half of the 9 top-earning creative jobs we covered don’t require a bachelor’s degree.</li><li>The highest-paying creative jobs from our Salary Database are UX designers and video game designers.</li><li>The highest median salaries for creative jobs according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics are brand managers, social media marketing managers, and creative directors.</li><li>Browse thousands of more publicly shared salaries on our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>.</li></ul>

&nbsp;<h2>9 Highest-Paying Creative Jobs That Bring In Six-Figures</h2>We’ve identified 9 creative jobs that pay over $100,000 using salary data from the past 3+ years of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SalaryTransparentStreet/">interviews</a>, data we’ve collected in our <a href="http://salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>, and job data from the <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/">U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;Here’s a sneak peak of a few creative salaries from our recent interviews:&nbsp;

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You can find all the highest creative salaries we recorded by searching for any of the below positions in our Salary Database. Don’t forget to <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/onboarding">join </a>and add your salary too!<h2>1. Brand Manager</h2>Median salary: $156,580 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $130,000While social media marketing managers are responsible for brand visibility and identity on social media, a brand manager is responsible for shaping and maintaining the overall image of a brand. Brand managers are a few levels above that, and work to make sure the brand image aligns with business objectives and resonates with the targeted audience(s).Any time you see a successful brand out in the wild, such as Apple or Coca Cola, and their associated brand aesthetic and reputation is pleasing, there is a brand manager behind the logo and marketing that helps make it all happen.

Their duties include developing marketing strategies, overseeing product development, managing advertising campaigns, and analyzing trends and consumer feedback. In order to be able to balance the several moving parts of a brand manager role, you must have some marketing expertise, be able to think strategically, and have strong communication skills to coordinate between teams and stakeholders.Job outlook (2022-2032): 8% increase in job growthEducation needed: Many companies require a bachelor’s degree in marketing or similar fields, and some work experience.<h2>2. Social Media Marketing Manager</h2>Median salary: $156,580 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $145,000A social media marketing manager’s main responsibility is developing and executing strategies to grow a brand’s presence across social media platforms. They spend their time creating content, managing social media accounts, looking at performance metrics, and building a community through engagement with followers.

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To become a social media marketing manager, you’ll need to understand social media algorithms, be proficient in several online management tools like Buffer, and have some data analysis skills to measure the success of social media campaigns. If you’re already a little social-media obsessed, you may have some fun exploring a role like this.Job outlook (2022-2032): 8% increase in job growthEducation needed: There are no concrete requirements and many social media managers can get started using online certification programs or free courses, such as those provided by <a href="https://academy.hubspot.com/courses/social-media">Hubspot</a>. However, some companies may require a bachelor’s degree in communications or marketing.

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<h2>3. Creative Director</h2>Median salary: $106,500 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $135,000A creative director oversees the visual and conceptual direction of a project or brand. They are not to be confused with art directors, who solely focus on the visual elements of a project. However, both are great high-paying jobs for creative personalities to explore.We interviewed a creative director who summed it up beautifully – “We use art to help amplify their message.”

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Creative directors are responsible for managing creative teams, guiding design concepts, approving work, and working closely with clients and stakeholders to stay aligned. Those with exceptional leadership and communication skills, and the ability to see a creative vision through to its end – even in the early stages where everything is unclear – will excel in this role.&nbsp;Job outlook (2022-2032): 5% increase in job growthEducation needed: Due to the level of management and responsibility that creative directors have, many companies require a bachelor's degree in art, advertising, marketing, communications, or related field.<h2>4. Animator</h2>Median salary: $99,060 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $100,000Popular shows like The Simpsons and Spongebob Squarepants would be impossible without animators. Animators create motion graphics and visual effects by designing and animating characters, objects, and scenes for TV, movies, video games, and other forms of digital media. &nbsp;

They are responsible for producing smooth, visually engaging animations by drawing storyboards, creating models, and using animation software to bring concepts to life. Key skills are not only creativity, but also proficiency in animation software like <a href="https://www.autodesk.com/products/maya/free-trial">Maya</a>, a strong understanding of movement and timing, and the ability to collaborate with directors and other creative teams.Job outlook (2022-2032): 4% increase in job growthEducation needed: Animators are typically required to have a bachelor’s degree in animation or computer graphics, but it depends on the company. You can also get started with free online programs to start putting together a portfolio.<h2>5. Video Game Designer</h2>Median salary: $99,060 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $155,000Calling all gamers! Being a video game designer is a dream for those who are both creative and love to play video games. As a game designer, you’ll be creating concepts, rules, storylines, and mechanics that shape the overall player experience within a game. You may even design characters and entire levels. Think of anything that needs to be designed in a video game, and you may end up taking that task on.

To become a video game designer, look to learn different video game development software, such as Unity, and develop a deep understanding of game mechanics and user experience. And of course, play a lot of video games.Job outlook (2022-2032): 4% increase in job growthEducation needed: There are no formal education requirements to become a video game designer but some companies may require a degree in game design, software engineering, computer graphics, or similar area of expertise. You can also get started with free online programs to start putting together a portfolio.<h2>6. UX Designer</h2>Median salary: $92,750 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $175,000A UX (short for user experience) designer is responsible for creating a positive user experience for a particular product, whether digital or physical. Their work focuses on understanding the needs and behaviors of users and ensuring that the product meets those needs in an intuitive and enjoyable way.

For a digital product, a UX designer might optimize the navigation flow of a mobile app to make it more user-friendly, while for a physical product, they could design the layout of a self-checkout kiosk to ensure it’s easy to use. Their day-to-day duties may include user research, creating wireframes and prototypes using Figma or Adobe XD, and performing tests to refine designs.This role is especially great for those who have a passion for design and love when everything is both aesthetically pleasing and easy to interact with.Job outlook (2022-2032): 8% increase in job growthEducation needed: There are many free online programs to get started with but some companies may require a bachelor’s degree or certificate in graphic design, computer science, or related field (which can be obtained online). We actually interviewed a UX designer started with a free program at a community college, and makes $185,000 a year with only 5 years of experience!

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<h2>7. Creative Producer</h2>Median salary: $82,510 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $173,000A creative producer is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of creative projects. Their duties include coordinating between designers, writers, and directors, managing project timelines, and handling budgets and resources. This role is similar to that of a project manager in some aspects, but with additional responsibilities like making sure everything aligns with the client’s vision.

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For instance, when managing the production of a TV commercial, they would coordinate between departments to ensure the concept matches the client’s vision, oversee the filming schedule, manage the budget, and troubleshoot any issues that arise on set. Their role is the glue that holds the project together and makes sure that the final product delivers both creatively and logistically within the set constraints.Job outlook (2022-2032): 8% increase in job growthEducation needed: Most creative producers have a bachelor’s degree in film studies or communications, but it depends on the company and job requirements of the role.<h2>8. Copywriter</h2>Median salary: $73,690 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $112,000Many people have no idea what a copywriter is because many of us have no idea what “copy” in the content world even means. How is it any different from a normal writer?Well, copywriters specifically write for advertisements, websites, social media, and other marketing materials. Their main goal is to promote products or services through persuasive and engaging content that drives the target audience to take a specific action – whether that’s making a purchase, signing up for a service, or just engaging with the brand.

An example of copywriting in the real world is the text you’re reading right now. We’re transparent here and we’ll admit it – we want you to engage with us! We encourage salary transparency through engaging with each other and talking about pay – and this blog gives us another way to do that.Job outlook (2022-2032): 5% increase in job growthEducation needed: There are no strict educational requirements for copywriters, but free online writing courses are a great place to get started. Keep in mind that some employers may require a bachelor’s degree in writing or marketing, and you may also need one depending on where you want to take your career.&nbsp;<h2>9. Content Creator</h2>Median salary: $66,320 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $170,000If you love scrolling through Instagram and watching reels to learn a recipe, complete a DIY project, or learn about salary transparency (shameless plug), thank a content creator because they’re the reason for all of those free resources – like our own resident content creator and CEO, Hannah Williams!

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Content creators create content for various formats, including videos, articles, social media posts, and podcasts to reach their intended audience. They are responsible for generating ideas, creating and editing content, and publishing it on platforms like Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and blogs.&nbsp;Like what’s covered in the above video, content creators make money from brand deals, user generated content, ads, affiliates, paid products, and several other income streams – if they work for themselves and not at a company.This role can sometimes be a catch-all where content creators are performing several different job roles in one. They may act as a social media manager one day, a writer the next day, and a video editor and producer the day after that. This job is a mixed bag but with a lot of creative freedom to explore to your liking.Job outlook (2022-2032): 10% increase in job growthEducation needed: Many content creators get started on their own and run their own businesses, so they may not have degrees. If you want to work for a company as a content creator, it is best to do some of your own content creation on your social media platform of choice and create a portfolio with results when applying for jobs.

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<h2>How to Start a Creative Career</h2>Breaking into the creative field can happen in many different ways. You don’t necessarily need to pursue a 4-year college degree, but you may need one depending on where you want your career to go. Other options include free courses and educational videos online, certification programs, associate’s degrees, free programs at community colleges, or gaining expertise through an <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/are-unpaid-internships-worth-it">internship</a>.Working a part-time or seasonal side hustle in your creative field of choice will also help you learn quickly and get some experience. This might look like freelancing during nights and weekends, working a creative seasonal or <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/holiday-jobs">holiday job</a>, or creative your own small-business on the side of your day job. If you take this route, do whatever works best for your scheduleSince many creative jobs require a portfolio, spend as much time as you can in the beginning to put what you’re learning into practice. For instance, if you want to do something with branding, social media, content, or marketing, create your own online presence (using one platform like Instagram) to try and produce results. This will help you show potential employers that you take this seriously – so seriously that you already do it on your own in your free time.

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It’s overwhelming to think about all the things you need to be doing to get a well-paid job in the creative industry. What’s important is that you start – whether that’s watching a tutorial video on YouTube, following other creative professionals online that you admire, or playing around on Photoshop.&nbsp;Once you start, keep going, and never stop flexing those creative muscles of yours! 💪&nbsp;Don’t forget to browse our other resources as you break into this field, including <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/job-interview-questions-and-answers">interview questions and answers</a> to prepare for, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-scripts">salary negotiation scripts</a> and <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-myths">myths</a>, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/how-to-ask-for-a-raise">how to ask for a raise</a>, and more!That wraps it up for this week. Until next time, stay awesome, stay strong, and keep advocating for yourself no matter what! I’m Daniella, a writer, engineer, and creator of <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/">I Like to Dabble </a>and <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/remote-work-bestie/">Remote Work Bestie</a> - my blog and podcast for leveling up your money, career, and side hustles. I’m extremely passionate about workers' rights and financial freedom, so it’s a pleasure to be able to bring you this type of content through the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub">Salary Transparent Street blog</a> (thank you for the opportunity, Hannah!) You can also follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iliketodabbleblog/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@iliketodabble">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellamarquez/">Linkedin</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/iliketodabble">Twitter</a>. Chat soon!If this guide helps you land a higher-paying job, let us know! Send us an email ➡️ hello@salarytransparentstreet.comFor more Salary Transparent Street resources:<ul><li>Want to join the movement? Explore thousands of individually reported salaries nationwide across all industries in our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>!</li><li>Do you know if you're being underpaid? <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/p/underpaid-quiz">Take our free quiz</a> to find out!</li><li>Need help determining your market rate? Download our free <a href="https://view.flodesk.com/pages/626ccc8e1e8046b220253e47">Market Research Guide</a> to learn what you should be making.</li><li>Need help negotiating your salary? Download our free <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/free-salary-negotiation-guide">Salary Negotiation Guide</a>!</li><li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@salarytransparentstreet">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/salarytransparentstreet/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salarytransparentstreet">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/salarytransparentstreet">YouTube </a>and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/salarytransparentstreet/">LinkedIn </a>for daily pay transparency interviews and career news you can use!</li><li>Subscribe to our <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/subscribe">weekly newsletter</a> for news updates, professional deep dives, learning opportunities, and more!</li></ul>

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9 Highest-Paying Creative Jobs That Pay $100k or More

If you’ve just found the perfect <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-jobs-without-a-degree">high-paying job</a> for you and know in your heart of hearts that you can’t let this opportunity slip through your fingers, don’t just stop at creating an eye-catching resume. It’s time to learn how to write an unignorable cover letter to help you stand out and show the employer that you’re more than just what’s on your resume.&nbsp;

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Cover letters are typically needed when you have to explain a career pivot, a career gap from <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/what-to-do-when-you-get-laid-off">when you got laid off</a>, relevant side hustle or business-owner experience that’s on your resume, or anything else from your resume that you think needs additional context.&nbsp;However, <a href="https://resumegenius.com/blog/cover-letter-help/cover-letter-statistics">83% of managers</a> say differently and actually prefer job applicants to submit cover letters for every application they submit. And when a cover letter is done well, it could be the deciding factor that pushes the hiring manager to give you a call.

&nbsp;Key points:<ul><li>Hiring managers only spend 1 to 2 minutes reviewing a cover letter.</li><li>Avoid bells and whistles in your cover letter. You don’t need them.</li><li>Talk about your accomplishments and results that align with the position and needs of the company.</li><li>Don’t stop at the results, include some proof of those results with a link!</li><li>You need a new cover letter for every job you apply to, but our template can help with that.</li></ul>

<h2>3-Part Cover Letter Structure</h2>A cover letter is short, sweet, and straight to the point. It shouldn’t be any longer than one page.After your contact details, stick to a simple 3-part format for your cover letter:<ol><li>Introduction: The “what, where, and why” you’re applying. Provide a brief statement that helps you stand out, along with what position you’re applying for, the company you’re applying at, and why you’re applying.</li><li>Body: Provide a story of your achievements that align with the position, including results, metrics, and any other proof.</li><li>Conclusion: Thank the reader with a call to action to meet and discuss.</li></ol>

<h2>How to Write a Cover Letter Step-By-Step (With Examples)</h2>The majority of cover letters are horrible. They’re generic, bland, and boring. That’s where you and all your unique qualities come in.&nbsp;Get creative and flip the traditional cover letter format on its head by using it to show exactly what you’re good at.&nbsp;<h2>Avoid anything unnecessary.&nbsp;</h2>Common advice for writing a perfect cover letter includes a lot of things that you just don’t need. You don’t need to pull any design punches on your cover letter (unless you’re applying for a designer position, of course). Your cover letter also doesn’t need your picture, street address, nor the street address of the employer.&nbsp;

A heading with your name, phone number, email, LinkedIn profile link, and date is all you need.&nbsp;<h2>Start off strong and don’t waste any time in your introduction.</h2>Your introduction should lead right into why the position is perfect for you and what you bring to the table. Talk about why you’re interested in the position and company and show that you understand the company and its challenges. You can even list 1 or 2 things you would do or past results from what you’ve done to address those needs.

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When crafting a cover letter, remember that it’s you writing it and not some corporate drone desperate for a job. As much as it may seem like you need to fall in-line with everyone else in a corporate landscape – or any work environment for that matter – and follow a set script, that’s not true.While yes, employers are looking for people that fit into their work culture, they also want employees with diverse perspectives and creative thinking skills that will help them get the results they need. Start off any cover letter you write with that in mind.<h2>Be short, sweet, and straight to the point.&nbsp;</h2>Avoid giving a generic summary of your resume or adding excessive flattery and filler words. A cover letter shouldn’t be longer than one page.&nbsp;Imagine you’re a hiring manager who’s short on time. They may review your cover letter in 1 to 2 minutes and judge from that short amount of time if they’ll be calling you for an interview. You’ll need to pull some creative punches in that amount of time to keep them engaged and curious to talk to you.<h2>Write your cover letter with intention and purpose.</h2>Don’t only talk about why you’re perfect for this position. Back up your claims with past results that align with the job description. Show them your value and why you aren’t like every other job candidate.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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This will also help you when <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/negotiate-salary-offer">negotiating salary</a> and why your market salary is what it is. Your value illustrated in your resume and cover letter will naturally lead to the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/job-interview-questions-and-answers">interview questions and answers</a>, and will stay at the top of the hiring manager’s mind.<h2>Put your unique spin on it</h2>The secret sauce to writing an unignorable cover is not only showing off how you stand out, but also being able to grab the reader in ways they might not expect.&nbsp;For instance, if you’re applying for a writer position, you know your target audience and how to hook them. They’re most likely a hiring manager that also has writing experience and will judge your writing throughout the letter.&nbsp;You could start off by saying something along the lines of, “As a copywriter with 5 years of experience, the last thing I’ll do is make you read another generic cover letter. I am excited to apply to the Senior Copywriter role at Reddit, but not for the reasons you think. Of course, I love Reddit and use it in my everyday life, but I want to be a part of the continued growth of a platform I’ve used for the past decade while also growing in my own creative career. ….”, then you can lead into how you would do that with past results – as an example.

If you’re a marketer, show that you know how to market yourself well for the position. Even refer to it when concluding the letter with something like, “I’m excited about this opportunity and know I’m the perfect fit for this position, especially from how well I marketed myself in this letter.” You can show your cleverness as long as you keep it professional.For a few other examples, cover letters for designers that include an appealing design will help them stand out, while software engineers can include a code snippet they wrote that solved a past significant issue. This shows exactly how they solved a problem that aligns with the job description and the results it had.<h2>Catch their attention and don’t let go.&nbsp;</h2>Go above talking about your results and show them actual proof of your results. This can be a link to a public facing marketing campaign that you helped put together, a video you helped produce, published articles or designs, or any way that you can show results of your work and the quality of your work.&nbsp;

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Hiring managers love links where they can easily navigate to your results and see first-hand how you’ll fit into the role.<h2>Wrap it up.</h2>Briefly summarize why you’re a good fit and how you’re excited for the opportunity to possibly be able to contribute to their team. Also Thank them for their time and consideration, and a call to action to discuss further with contact details attached.&nbsp;<h2>Cover Letter Template (With Examples)</h2>Do you need to create a new cover letter for each job you apply to? Yes.

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It’s a good thing we have a template for that!😊&nbsp;Use the below template and examples to put together your own cover letter:Your NameCity, State | Phone number | <a href="mailto:email@email.com">email@email.com</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/">LinkedIn</a>Month Day, YearDear Hiring Manager,Introduction: [Start off with something that catches their attention, the position title you’re applying for, the company you’re applying at, and why you’re interested]&nbsp;Example: “With over 11 years of experience in IT and technical writing, I’m excited to apply for the Lead Technical Writer position at Oracle. I’m passionate about closing the communication gap in tech and that is not possible without data – something that was revolutionized thanks to Oracle. With the type of influence and the values Oracle holds, I feel like I would be making a real impact while being able to take the next big step in my career.”Body: [Go into a story that shows some of your accomplishments (2 or 3) and results that align with the position you’re applying for]&nbsp;Example of accomplishment 1: “The reason I’m so interested in this position is my proven track record as an engineer and technical writer. In my current Technical Writer role, I was able to increase the company’s monthly tech blog output by 100% [link to tech blog], with some of them reaching the first page of Google search results and boosting web traffic. Not only that, but their top competitors that already had entirely built out tech blogs, are now outdated compared to the output quality and frequency of my technical articles. This also caught the attention from other teams to have me help with other writing projects, such as product guides and internal knowledge hubs.”

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Example of accomplishment 2: “My past role as a Lead Reliability Engineer, after I was promoted from a Senior Software Engineer, really shows my experience and results in documentation and process improvement. Having governed a team of 40 ITSM (IT Service Management) managers and assisted them in building out their knowledge article hubs, internal documentation, and incident response processes, I was able to help reduce incident durations and decrease financial impact by 50% in one year for that department.”Example of how you would explain unconventional items on your resume, such as recent self-employment or employment gaps: “What might seem a little unconventional on my resume is my self-employment experience for the blog I run and the freelance writing I do: [link to a writing portfolio]. I still work on these projects part-time for only a few hours a week and it doesn’t interfere with my work as a technical writer. It was actually what helped me get my current job and grow my writing skills.”

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Conclusion: [Show that you’re excited about the opportunity and look forward to speaking with them. Include a call-to-action with your contact details to set up a meeting and then thank them for their time.]&nbsp;Example: “I am excited about the opportunity to bring my expertise to Oracle and am looking forward to the possibility of contributing to your team. Please contact me at (XXX)XXX-XXXX or email@email.com to set a meeting to discuss the role further. Thank you for taking the time to read this, and I look forward to hearing from you soon!”Sincerely,Your Name<h2>Last-Minute Tips for The Perfect Cover Letter</h2>When you think you’ve done your best work putting together your cover letter, it’s time to get a second set of eyes on it. You can ask a mentor or a colleague to take a look at it and provide any feedback they have.&nbsp;If you keep in contact with any past managers on LinkedIn, it might be a good idea to message them and ask them to review it. It’s best to get a perspective from someone who regularly reads cover letters and is involved in hiring processes.

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Once you've submitted your cover letter, don’t forget to follow up!&nbsp;Either way, you’re on your way to blow some hiring managers’ minds. We just know it.Need more help with landing your next job and increasing your income? Browse our other resources, including <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-scripts">salary negotiation scripts</a> and <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/salary-negotiation-myths">myths</a>, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/negotiate-benefits">how to negotiate benefits</a>, <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/how-to-ask-for-a-raise">how to ask for a raise</a>, and more!That wraps it up for this week. Until next time, stay awesome, stay strong, and keep advocating for yourself no matter what! I’m Daniella, a writer, engineer, and creator of <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/">I Like to Dabble </a>and <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/remote-work-bestie/">Remote Work Bestie</a> - my blog and podcast for leveling up your money, career, and side hustles. I’m extremely passionate about workers' rights and financial freedom, so it’s a pleasure to be able to bring you this type of content through the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub">Salary Transparent Street blog</a> (thank you for the opportunity, Hannah!) You can also follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iliketodabbleblog/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@iliketodabble">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellamarquez/">Linkedin</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/iliketodabble">Twitter</a>. Chat soon!If this guide helps you land a higher-paying job, let us know! Send us an email ➡️ <a href="mailto:hello@salarytransparentstreet.com">hello@salarytransparentstreet.com</a>For more Salary Transparent Street resources:<ul><li>Want to join the movement? Explore thousands of individually reported salaries nationwide across all industries in our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>!</li><li>Do you know if you're being underpaid? <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/p/underpaid-quiz">Take our free quiz</a> to find out!</li><li>Need help determining your market rate? Download our free <a href="https://view.flodesk.com/pages/626ccc8e1e8046b220253e47">Market Research Guide</a> to learn what you should be making.</li><li>Need help negotiating your salary? Download our free <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/free-salary-negotiation-guide">Salary Negotiation Guide</a>!</li><li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@salarytransparentstreet">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/salarytransparentstreet/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salarytransparentstreet">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/salarytransparentstreet">YouTube </a>and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/salarytransparentstreet/">LinkedIn </a>for daily pay transparency interviews and career news you can use!</li><li>Subscribe to our <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/subscribe">weekly newsletter</a> for news updates, professional deep dives, learning opportunities, and more!</li></ul>

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The President of the United States currently makes $400,000 a year, which is set by congress and is one of the highest-paying government jobs out there. But you don’t have to be the president to make six-figures working in the government.

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Government jobs are a great option for folks who want to serve their community while earning a stable income. They're currently boosting job growth with 294,000 new government jobs being added so far in 2024, according to employment data from the <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ces/">U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics</a>, and were named one of the next hot jobs in the place of tech jobs for teens and Gen Z by <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/gen-z-hot-jobs-tech-layoffs-healthcare-government-careers-2024-7">Business Insider</a>.These don’t only include jobs in the federal government, but also jobs in state and local government, military, public health, infrastructure, administrative, and legislative branch jobs.&nbsp;Besides the fact that jobs in the public sector are owned and managed by the government rather than private ownership, the job duties themselves aren’t that much different between the two sectors. This is especially true for roles with comparable titles and functions.There are many <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-jobs-without-a-degree">high-paying jobs</a> in government, with the highest salary recorded in our Salary Database of $200,000 for civil engineers. They also may provide certain benefits that aren’t available at private companies, such as pensions. Similar to the role of unions for <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-trade-jobs">high-paying trade jobs</a>, several government jobs also have a strong union presence, providing collective bargaining power for wages, benefits, and working conditions.

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Key points:<ul><li>The highest-paying government jobs are attorneys, air traffic controllers, nurse practitioners, and cybersecurity analysts.</li><li>Not all top-paying government jobs require a degree. Some may hire based on skills, certifications, or experience.</li><li>Contrary to the private sector, all government salaries are publicly shared.</li><li>Browse thousands of more publicly shared salaries on our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-databas">Salary Database</a> – for both private and public sectors.</li></ul>

&nbsp;<h2>10 Highest-Paying Government Jobs That Can Make Over $100k in 2024</h2>Transparency is the name of the game - and we're here for it! Government jobs actually paved the way for salary transparency. Before there were any <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/pay-transparency-laws">pay transparency laws</a> set, public sectors were already fighting <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/pay-discrimination">pay discrimination</a> and have been sharing salary data since the <a href="https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/foia#:~:text=The%20Freedom%20of%20Information%20Act%20(FOIA)%20allows%20any%20person%20the,in%20writing%20by%20any%20person.">Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) </a>was enacted in 1966. Now it’s time for us to sink our teeth into some of that juicy data.After pulling together salary data from the past 2+ years of interviews, our <a href="http://salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>, the <a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/">U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook</a> and the <a href="https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/">U.S. Office of Personnel Management</a>, we’ve identified 10 top-earning government jobs in high demand for 2024.You can find all of the highest government salaries we recorded by filtering for “government” in our <a href="http://salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>. Don’t forget to join and add your salary too!<h2>1. Attorney</h2>Median salary: $145,760 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $157,000Attorneys that work in government have similar responsibilities and duties to private attorneys, but instead of representing individuals or businesses, they represent the government. They usually work for government agencies at the local, state, or federal level, with duties that may include prosecuting criminal cases, providing legal advice to government departments, or drafting and enforcing regulations.

One reason why government attorneys are paid well is the heightened level of responsibility and specialized expertise required for their position. They must holistically understand public law and government procedures, and also be skilled in researching legal issues, drafting legal documents, and preparing reports for governmental use. We recently interviewed a lawyer who makes $215,000 with only 2 years of experience!Education needed: A Juris Doctor (JD) degree and passing the bar exam.Job outlook (2022-2032): 8% increase in job growth

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<h2>2. Air Traffic Controller</h2>Median salary: $137,380 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $170,000When we take a plane flight anywhere, there are air traffic controllers that work at several different airports to make sure we have a safe trip through coordinating different aircrafts. The only difference for government air traffic controllers is that they typically work for national aviation authorities, such as the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Many may also come from a military background and bring experience from military air traffic control. We interviewed an air traffic controller who went through the military and makes a base salary of $175,000!Air traffic controllers undergo extensive training to handle the high-stakes nature of their job and require a specific set of hard skills to perform their day-to-day duties. A few of these skills include knowledge of radar and surveillance systems and the ability to communicate effectively. They must also have exceptional flight data and aerospace management skills.Education needed: The completion of an associate’s or Bachelor's degree through <a href="https://www.faa.gov/jobs/students/schools">AT-CTI programs</a> set by the FAA and complete training at the <a href="https://www.faa.gov/">Federal Aviation Administration</a> (FAA) academy.Job outlook (2022-2032): 1% increase in job growth

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<h2>3. Nurse Practitioner</h2>Median salary: $129,480Highest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $164,000The demand for government nurse practitioners is skyrocketing. The position is one of the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/highest-paying-healthcare-jobs">highest-paying healthcare jobs</a> and was named the best job in 2024 by <a href="https://money.usnews.com/money/careers/articles/the-25-best-jobs#:~:text=Nurse%20anesthetists%20are%20registered%20nurses,critical%20decisions%20about%20patient%20care.">U.S. News &amp; World Report</a>, with a projected 118,600 new jobs by 2032.

The difference between nurse practitioners that work for the government versus those that work in the private sector is they often work within public health clinics, VA hospitals, or military facilities. Their primary duties are to provide healthcare services, diagnosing and treating patients.&nbsp;Skills needed to be a successful nurse practitioner are advanced clinical knowledge, proficiency in medical procedures, and expertise in pharmacology. They must also understand the unique needs of military or veteran patients if they work in military settings or Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals.Education needed: Become a registered nurse (RN) through an accredited nursing program, obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), a masters degree, and be board certified. We interviewed a nurse practitioner who makes $144,000 a year plus bonuses after getting a bachelor’s degree, working as a registered nurse, and then went back to school for a master’s degree in nursing.Job outlook (2022-2032): 38% increase in job growth

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<h2>4. Cybersecurity Analyst or Specialist</h2>Median salary: $120,360 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $153,000Positions in cybersecurity are set to soar in the next ten years, especially those in the government. So much so that the national cyber director is openly encouraging the adoption of skill-based hiring to fill these jobs, according to a 2024 <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/oncd/briefing-room/2024/04/29/press-release-wh-cyber-workforce-convening/">press release</a> by The White House.U.S. government intelligence data is a coveted item by hackers, and cyber security analysts are there to protect it. Analysts typically work for federal agencies, such as the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National Security Agency (NSA), along with the Department of Defence, and state and local governments.&nbsp;Cybersecurity analysts are experts at securing network infrastructures and protocols, including firewalls and VPNs. They’re also coders that need to write and understand code or for automating tasks, using knowledge of encryption methods to protect sensitive data. A day in the life of one of these analysts may include monitoring and responding to threats, debugging issues, and implementing security measures. &nbsp;

Education needed: A Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or something similar. Not all jobs may require a degree and may be accepted based on skills and certifications. We interviewed a cybersecurity analyst who makes $150,000 after 5 years of experience and a bachelor’s degree in information security!Job outlook (2022-2032): 32% increase in job growth

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<h2>5. Economist</h2>Median salary: $115,730Highest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $175,000Government economists work with economic data to inform decision-makers on the economic implications of various policies, such as reducing unemployment or controlling inflation. They typically work at federal government agencies, such as the Departments of Treasury, Commerce, and Labor and the Federal Reserve, state and local governments, and regulatory agencies.The day-to-day duties include anything from economic data analysis to modeling and predicting outcomes based on various scenarios. They must also know how to conduct research, prepare reports, and provide insights on economic issues.Education needed: A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in economics, public policy, business, or other related fields. We interviewed an economist who makes $68,000 a year after completing his master’s degree and a 6-month internship!&nbsp;Job outlook (2022-2032): 6% increase in job growth &nbsp;

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<h2>6. Data Scientist</h2>Median salary: $108,020 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $160,000Governments can’t make decisions without understanding their data. That’s where data scientists come in. Due to the demand for data scientists and AI expertise, <a href="https://federalnewsnetwork.com/federal-report/2024/01/opm-leads-governmentwide-data-scientist-hiring-effort-to-build-up-ai-expertise/">The Office of Personnel Management (OPM)</a> announced in 2024 a governmentwide hiring effort.&nbsp;Their job is to interpret large volumes of data to inform public policy decision-making. Without them, the government wouldn’t know how to optimize government programs and services, improve efficiency, and address societal challenges.

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The daily job duties of a government data scientist include data management and analysis, and interpreting that data to create visual representations and communicate findings to stakeholders.&nbsp;Education needed: A Bachelor's degree is data science, computer science, engineering, or equivalent area. Some jobs may hire based on skills, experience, and certifications in place of a Bachelor's degree requirement. We interviewed a data scientist who makes $110,000 a year after a data science bootcamp and a bachelor’s degree in business!Job outlook (2022-2032): 35% increase in job growth

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<h2>7. Statistician</h2>Median salary: $104,860 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $158,000Anytime we see census data from the government, statisticians are the ones behind the scenes designing the census survey and collecting that data. Then analyze that data to identify population growth trends and inform resource allocation for public services like schools and hospitals. They also evaluate unemployment rates and economic indicators to help guide policy decisions on job creation and social programs.

But how is that any different from data analysts and data scientists? The main difference is statisticians develop and apply advanced mathematical models to process and analyze data, while data analysts focus on using established tools and methods to interpret data and provide practical insights. However, there are times when they work together.Education needed: A bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, or related field and a master's degree or PhD may be required for advanced positions.&nbsp;Job outlook (2022-2032): 11% increase in job growth<h2>8. Program Analyst</h2>Median salary: $99,410 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $134,000Government program analysts use data to create policies. Their primary job duty is to evaluate and improve public programs, such as public health and economic development programs, through data analysis and reporting.&nbsp;Program analysts can be a sort of catch-all job title due to their variety of job responsibilities. Sometimes they have duties that resemble a software engineer with project management skills or being a business analyst that works to improve government processes and functions. The role may vary widely depending on the government agency and program.Skills needed to become a program analyst include coding skills using various programming languages, and expertise in interpreting data and applying methodologies. They tend to work with tools such as Excel, SAS, database management systems, and project management software.&nbsp;Education needed: A degree may not be an absolute requirement and may depend on the specific position. However, a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields like public administration, economics, or data science, or becoming a Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) or the Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) may be helpful in securing a job.Job outlook (2022-2032): 10% increase in job growth

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<h2>9. Civil Engineer</h2>Median salary: $95,890 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $200,000Civil engineering involves the design, planning, and overseeing the construction and maintenance of infrastructure projects that are vital to our everyday lives. Think of the roads you drive and the buildings you see. They wouldn’t exist without civil engineers.

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Other projects civil engineers oversee in addition to roads and buildings include bridges, water supply systems, wastewater management, railways, airports, tunnels, flood control systems, and park and recreational facilities. Their daily duties include anything from developing and reviewing designs to performing site inspections, and vary based on the project they’re working on.Education needed: A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is typically required.Job outlook (2022-2032): 5% increase in job growth

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<h2>10. Budget Analyst</h2>Median salary: $84,940 per yearHighest salary recorded in our Salary Database: $117,000A government budget analyst, also referred to as a budget officer, works for public institutions, such as federal government agencies, and state and local government departments, to help manage and track how money is spent.Government budgets go through 3 main phases; budget formulation, budget presentation/enactment, and budget execution. Budget analysts assist in these phases by analyzing past spending and future needs, and create budget proposals from their findings. From there, they help government entities stick to their budgets and track their performance.

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Their work is key to everyday public services and programs, such as education, healthcare, and social programs. The budgets they work on could end up deciding things like how much money is allocated to schools or where your tax money goes.&nbsp;Education needed: A Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, or statistics is typically required. We interviewed a budget analyst that makes $93,000 a year with 5 years of experience!Job outlook (2022-2032): 3% increase in job growth

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<h2>How to Break Into Government Jobs</h2>Many government jobs use the same transferable skills for equivalent jobs in the private sector. The skills for breaking into the public sector are no different. You go through the same motions of seeking required education, networking, and gaining experience through internships or entry-level work.&nbsp;Some government jobs pay on a per-level basis using the General Schedule (GS). There are 15 different grades, starting from GS-1 to GS-15, with GS-15 being the highest-paying classification. How these grades are assigned to different positions are based on the level of responsibility, difficulty, specific hard skills required, and qualifications required. Positions that are classified at a GS-5 and above require a Bachelor's degree, and those above GS-9 require a Master’s degree. Keep these in mind as you look at open jobs and decide what education path you’ll take.A great way to gain the most relevant experience is by looking for government agencies that have any entry-level positions open, or working contract jobs for companies that contract with the government. They don’t have to be in the specific position you’re going for, especially if you haven’t met all of the qualifications just yet, but can be in adjacent positions with less qualifications while you finish school and work your way up. However, if there is a position that you think you’d be perfect for but don’t meet all the qualifications, apply to it anyway.&nbsp;To start searching for and applying to government jobs, use <a href="https://www.usajobs.gov/">USAJOBS</a>, a website managed by the U.S. government for their federal hiring process. Don’t forget to use our list of the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/job-interview-questions-and-answers">most common interview questions and answers</a> when preparing for your interview, and always advocate for yourself and <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/negotiate-salary-offer">negotiate your salary</a> at any job you work.We know you’ll land a good one and can’t wait to see what differences you make in our everyday lives!That wraps it up for this week. Until next time, stay awesome, stay strong, and keep advocating for yourself no matter what! I’m Daniella, a writer, engineer, and creator of <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/">I Like to Dabble </a>and <a href="https://iliketodabble.com/remote-work-bestie/">Remote Work Bestie</a> - my blog and podcast for leveling up your money, career, and side hustles. I’m extremely passionate about workers' rights and financial freedom, so it’s a pleasure to be able to bring you this type of content through the <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub">Salary Transparent Street blog</a> (thank you for the opportunity, Hannah!) You can also follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iliketodabbleblog/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@iliketodabble">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellamarquez/">Linkedin</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/iliketodabble">Twitter</a>. Chat soon!If this guide helps you land a higher-paying job, let us know! Send us an email ➡️ hello@salarytransparentstreet.comFor more Salary Transparent Street resources:<ul><li>Want to join the movement? Explore thousands of individually reported salaries nationwide across all industries in our <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/salary-database">Salary Database</a>!</li><li>Do you know if you're being underpaid? <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/p/underpaid-quiz">Take our free quiz</a> to find out!</li><li>Need help determining your market rate? Download our free <a href="https://view.flodesk.com/pages/626ccc8e1e8046b220253e47">Market Research Guide</a> to learn what you should be making.</li><li>Need help negotiating your salary? Download our free <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub/free-salary-negotiation-guide">Salary Negotiation Guide</a>!</li><li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@salarytransparentstreet">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/salarytransparentstreet/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salarytransparentstreet">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/salarytransparentstreet">YouTube </a>and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/salarytransparentstreet/">LinkedIn </a>for daily pay transparency interviews and career news you can use!</li><li>Subscribe to our <a href="https://salarytransparentstreet.beehiiv.com/subscribe">weekly newsletter</a> for news updates, professional deep dives, learning opportunities, and more!</li></ul>

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