These 10 Unique Places To Work In Kentucky Make Having A Job Totally Awesome
By Jenn Shockley|Published July 31, 2015
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Jenn Shockley
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I am somewhat a cliche'. I grew up running around barefoot on a farm in Kentucky.
I love writing, art, sunshine, all animals and my incredibly patient husband, who tolerates my "crazy animal lady" side.
All work and no play can make us all pretty dull people, even in Kentucky. There are some jobs that make the minutes grind by, and we struggle to make it through the day. Then there are the dream jobs, the ones where we wake up with a smile everyday.
Here are 10 Bluegrass jobs that make it worth going into work each day:
This Louisville Company has several locations, all helping members of the community stay healthy. It's not only known for helping people medically, via physicians and staff, but also for the great treatment reported by employees, both past and present.
This is one of those jobs that usually doesn’t get boring. What is not to like about going to different establishments, eating, drinking, and then reviewing their wares. The Bar Belle (https://insiderlouisville.com/author/sara-havens/) in Louisville travels around enjoying different businesses. She has gained quite the reputation as a good source of quality drinks and bar food reviews.
Old Louisville has the largest refurbished Victorian Neighborhood in the world, and has some beautiful architecture with a unique history. Imagine being able to get up daily, taking visitors and explaining the history behind each home and area.
This is another great job to have if you enjoy the Kentucky Bourbon history, or the drink itself. You get to tell people about the creation of this fine brew at various establishments, and get them a sample.
This may only come around once a year, but working the bar on Derby day at Churchill Downs is a guaranteed money maker. People are known to tip higher than any other time of the year during Derby and Oaks, plus some very interesting people come to town.
You get to work with some of the most amazing animals in the world, including endangered species. Imagine being able to feed lions, seals and giraffes every day…
Taking care of an elder can be rough work, but it's an extremely rewarding experience. Most of these people have worked all their lives, and now have the challenge of not being able to do things they used to do every day. The patience and respect of a caregiver can make them realize life really isn’t over yet. This is just a new chapter.
Having a career in the Kentucky Park system can be a great experience. You get to spend time in nature, appreciating the beauty of the Bluegrass State, and helping to keep it that way.
This is a challenging career that is not for everyone. Those that work with the handicapped and disabled must be sensitive and understanding of people that are different. Caring for child-like adults and special needs individuals is one of those careers that is 100% worthwhile if you have the right mindset.
There are a variety of Bluegrass Artisans. Some work with wood, others with clay, and some play music. Regardless of medium, a local artisan can be an amazing career to have. Just imagine, you get paid to create personal works of art.
All around the world, people perform unfulfilling, menial tasks daily, just to make ends meet. There is no greater feeling than having a job your happy with and enjoy doing. This makes getting up every day a pleasure, instead of a chore. Doing something that makes one feel worthwhile in Kentucky can create a lifetime of happiness. What are some of the best career choices you can think of in the Bluegrass State? Tell us in the comments below.
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