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By 2010 33 Percent of Labor Force will be Comprised of Those Over 45

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estmates that by 2010 approximately 33 percent of labor force will be comprised of “mature” workers, those over age 45. Here are a few new part or full-time careers to consider:

• Bank Teller
• Tour Guide
• Mystery Shopper
• Customer Service Representative
• Bed and Breakfast Entrepreneur
• Consultant
• Teacher
• Nurse
• Cruise Ship employee
• Librarian
• Barista
• Book store employee

Employment services, hospitality, health and leisure will be growth areas due tothe boomers beginning retirement. The U.S.  Department of Labor has an Occupational Outlook Handbook www.bls.gov/ocoto access the newest version.