Airline pilots are skilled professionals who fly commercial airplanes, safely transporting passengers and cargo to various destinations around the world. They're responsible for the safety and navigation of the aircraft.
A plumber is a skilled professional who sets up, fixes, and takes care of pipes in houses and buildings. They're helping homes become more eco-friendly by replacing old boilers with high-tech systems that control heating and hot water using the internet.
GPs, or general practitioners, are doctors who not only have extensive medical knowledge but also specialise in making patients feel comfortable in tough and personal situations.
Fire and Rescue professionals are real heroes, risking it all to keep us safe. They tackle fires, chemical spills, accidents, and more, working with other emergency services to handle everything from road crashes to terrorist threats.
Teachers play a big role in preparing young people for work and life. They've been working hard to teach important skills like reading, math, and speaking well. But the job of teachers is always changing because of new rules and challenges, like artificial intelligence and government changes to the curriculum.
Civil servants are the behind-the-scenes workers who keep our government ticking. As of March 2023, there were almost half a million of them in the national government, with many holding crucial roles in heavyweight departments like Justice, Home Office, Defence, and Work & Pensions.
Farmers grow our food and care for animals, ensuring we have fruits, vegetables, and meat. They face growing challenges like Brexit, trade deals, rising costs, climate change, and unpredictable prices.
Social media influencers, like those on TikTok, Instagram or YouTube, use their online presence to share content and opinions, often promoting products or ideas to their followers.
Ride-share service drivers, like Uber drivers, are a bit like having your own private driver who uses their own car to give people rides through the Uber app. They're not regular employees and can decide when they want to work.
There are few roles which need such a diversity of skills as an online business owner. It isn’t just the skills and education which are important, but also the attitudes and approach which makes these entrepreneurs stand out.