10 Sexiest Jobs By Anthony Balderrama, CareerBuilder.com writer Youre at a party. You spot someone across the room and you make your way toward each other. Things are going well, so after some small talk you ask, What do you do for a living? The answer you receive determines if you exchange phone numbers or say goodnight. Whether or not we admit it, what people do for a living affects their sex appeal. A recent CareerBuilder.com survey asked participants what occupations they consider the sexiest. You might be surprised that the top picks werent necessarily based on salary or looks. Here are the 10 sexiest jobs, according to the survey.
1. Entertainer/Model Why theyre sexy: Entertainers and models make a living by looking good, so you can bet theyre easy on the eyes. Their dedication to their dream in such a competitive industry is also attractive. And just take a look at the popularity of TV shows like "America's Next Top Model" and "Make Me a Supermodel." Where youll find them: Supermodels are on the runways in Paris, Milan and New York or at photo shoots in major cities around the world. Entertainers can find work in any city, but New York and Los Angeles certainly have the best opportunities. Pros: Successful models travel the world, are famous and have huge paychecks. Cons: Competition is fierce and theres a lot of pressure to maintain their looks. 2. C.o.c.ktail Waitress Why theyre sexy: Although it might not seem like an obvious top pick, consider the fact that the waitress is probably dressed in a short skirt and bringing you drinks, which never hurt anybodys sex appeal. Where youll find them: At any establishment that serves alcohol casinos, bars, clubs, restaurants and concert halls. Pros: A good ****tail waitress can make a killing on tips alone, especially in an upscale establishment. Cons: They have to deal with drunken customers and they often work in smoke-filled bars and clubs. 3. Athlete Why theyre sexy: Professional athletes are likely in good no, great shape. Not to mention theyve probably been practicing their sport since childhood, so you know theyre disciplined and goal-oriented. Where youll find them: When theyre not training, theyre on the field (or rink or court or at whatever venue they perform). Pros: The chance to be famous and internationally adored is pretty nice. Cons: The odds of making it big are slim. 4. Firefighter Why theyre sexy: Firefighters are brave and selfless. Who wouldnt find that attractive? Where youll find them: Everywhere. Every city needs firefighters, though some smaller towns have volunteer squads. Pros: They save lives and serve the community. Cons: They risk their lives every day. 5. Cowboy Why theyre sexy: Few archetypes are as ingrained in our culture as the cowboy. Hes masculine, chivalrous and everything else we admired in Western movies. Where youll find them: On ranches in rural areas. Texas, Oklahoma, Wyoming and California are the most traditional examples of cowboy country. Pros: Its a quiet life away from the city. Cons: They have to work with their hands and outdoors, regardless of the season. 6. Nurse Why theyre sexy: Nurses keep you comfortable, make sure youre healthy and bring you morphine when youre hurting. That they devote their lives to caring for others and understand all that medical jargon only makes them sexier.
Where youll find them: In hospitals, your doctors office and other health care facilities. Pros: They care for patients, watch them get better and put a baby in its parents' arms for the first time. Cons: The hours are long; patients and their families can be demanding; and there are plenty of sad events they have to witness, too. 7. Artist Why theyre sexy: The average artist is doing what makes him happy, not what will bring him fame or money and thats pretty sexy. How many occupations can you say that about? Where youll find them: Everywhere. Painters, photographers, sculptors and other types of artists work in their own studios, in offices for ad agencies or on location for photo shoots. Pros:They spend their days being creative and get paid for it. Cons: The paying work thats easiest to find is often boring and doesnt allow artists to express themselves. 8. Military Professional Why theyre sexy: Well, theyve got the ultimate uniform, if youre into that sort of thing. The military also instills a sense of discipline, so you can count on them to be responsible and dependable. Where youll find them: On military bases throughout the country. Pros: Job security and good pay. Cons: Risk of dying in war; long-term commitment and willingness to relocate frequently, which means sticking with a job no matter where it takes you. 9. Construction Worker Why theyre sexy: Didnt you see that soft drink commercial where all the women stare out their window to watch the construction worker take off his shirt?
Where youll find them: Wherever a new building is going up, a house is being renovated or a road is being repaved. Pros: Their job keeps them in shape and their hard work is often rewarded with a nice salary. Cons: Performing manual labor every day (in all kinds of weather) is tiring and sometimes dangerous. 10. TV Anchor/Personality Why theyre sexy: Maybe its the way they talk with authority, seem to know everything and make you feel like youre best friends. (Or maybe its the fact that you dont know if theyre really wearing pants under that desk.) Where youll find them: On your TV in the morning, at noon and at night. Pros: They get to be on television and get the news before anybody else. Cons: They can spend years working in small cities before they get a job in a major market.
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