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14 Jobs That Are Great if You Actually Love Working With People

Extroverts should consider trying a career where they can work with clients.

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Updated Dec. 2, 2024
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Some workers enjoy sitting behind a desk without dealing with customers or going to meetings.

However, extroverted workers may like to spend time talking with others and being more forward-facing in their positions.

If you're an extroverted worker, here are 14 jobs that may be perfect for you, with annual wages from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Some of these may even help you make more money.

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Flight attendant

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Median annual wage: $68,370

Flight attendants work for airlines, helping passengers and managing safety regulations on flights. You may have some flexibility in your schedule depending on flight times, and you may not need a college degree (though some airlines prefer a degree).

Sales representative

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Median annual wage: $73,080

Sales representatives sell goods to clients and need a good understanding of products to know which features are most useful to potential customers. You may have to talk to customers or meet with them in person to sell products. 

Some sales positions may pay with commission so your pay could vary depending on your success.

Interpreter

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Median annual wage: $57,090

Interpreters work with clients who need help translating one language to another. You could work in government offices, hospitals, or schools. 

Interpreters work with the spoken word and need to be fluent in English and at least one other language to be an interpreter in the U.S.

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Dietitian

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Median annual wage: $69,680

Dietitians help clients live a healthier lifestyle based on what they eat. You'll work with clients who may need to lose weight or stick with a specific diet due to health issues. 

Dietitians usually need a bachelor's degree and can work in a variety of settings depending on what interests you.

Human resources specialist

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Median annual wage: $67,650

A human resources specialist helps a company or organization with employee issues. You might recruit and interview potential new employees, or work with current employees to help them understand benefits or host training sessions for them.

Physical therapist assistant

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Median annual wage: $58,740

Physical therapist assistants help patients improve their mobility and strength after surgery or an injury. You usually need at least an associate's degree and a license or certification to work in the field.

Event planner

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Median annual wage: $56,920

Event planners coordinate all parts of an event, such as a wedding, party, conference, or other event. 

You may work with a client to execute their vision for the event and with vendors or supplies to coordinate the products and services required to make the event a success.

Real estate agent

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Median annual wage: $56,620

Real estate agents work with clients to help them find properties to buy, sell, or rent, depending on the needs of your client. Real estate agents need at least a high school diploma and a license. 

Agents usually work on commission, so your annual wage could fluctuate depending on your sales or market conditions.

Public relations specialist

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Median annual wage: $66,750

Public relations specialists work with clients to craft and support a positive view of their public image. You may write press releases, work with media, or develop other ways to develop a public perception for your client.

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Librarian

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Median annual wage: $64,370

You may think of librarians as having a quiet job, but it's also a good position for people who like to share books and other media with your community. 

You might help readers find the perfect book, host a reading or music hour for children, or organize events for your local community.

Travel agent

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Median annual wage: $47,410

Travel agents can talk to clients about their next adventure, create itineraries, develop a travel plan, or reserve flights and hotel rooms for clients. They need to talk to clients and find out what interests them to figure out the perfect trip.

Registered nurse

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Median annual wage: $86,070

Registered nurses work with patients and coordinate care for them in hospitals, physician offices, and other health-related settings. 

You usually need an associate's degree or bachelor's degree in nursing as well as a license to practice nursing.

Elementary school teacher

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Median annual wage: $63,670

Perhaps the people you would love to work with are a bit younger, which could make you a great teacher. Teachers create education plans and work with students to help them learn. 

You usually need a bachelor's degree to be a teacher and might also need a license or certification.

Financial advisor

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Median annual wage: $99,580

It can be hard for people to figure out exactly what they need to do with their investments or how to plan their financial future, which is why a financial advisor can be important. 

You can help clients decide where to invest their money and how to reach their financial goals based on different investment strategies.

Bottom line

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You may be an extrovert who's looking for a new position to get ahead financially or try something different. Great options exist that allow you to work with people.

It's also a smart idea to check your budget if you're looking for a new job to see if it's affordable for you to change positions.