I'M JUST DAMN JEALOUS PEOPLE LOG IN FROM WORK. I WANT WORK WHERE I WASTE COMPANY TIME TOO I'm curious of the 'other' categorty people. Where do you guys work in? LayZie, I was surprised that most said they wouldn't do it all over again too. I don't feel so bad about wanting to change my major when I'm almost at the end. I can't imagine doing 20+ years in something I don't REALLY REALLY like. I don't want to have regrets later on. And besides, I'm a very fickle person. Too bad there is no career that encompasses ALL of my interests. Actually there is - but the only position is taken.

^oops Had Government in mind but forgot to add that. Those whose jobs are not in the list can comment here Vally lol that's too much hate going on. Did you consider moving up or with diff company? And I always though office squabbles brought spice to boring days . . . I wonder if how many people base their future career on job trends?

What are the emerging occupations and industries? Emerging occupations are those that require knowledge, skills and abilities not defined by occupations in current occupational coding structures (such as the National Occupational Classification1 system in Canada). Basically, these are new occupations in the workforce - new titles with new skills. Over time, evolving occupations become incorporated in the occupational coding system and become official occupations. Some examples of relatively new occupations that have become part of the occupational coding system in Canada are webmaster, multimedia specialist, computer security specialist, global positioning systems technician, direct broadcast satellite technician, avionics technician, and electronic commerce specialist. In addition to adding new occupations from time to time, the occupational coding system also has to be adjusted periodically to take account of changes in the nature of existing occupations. Many new occupations, and some more traditional occupations as well, are evolving in that their requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities are changing significantly from those outlined in existing coding structures. Simply put, these are traditional occupations whose knowledge, skills and abilities have changed or evolved - old titles with new skills. Examples include computer programmer or digital imaging technician in the printing industry. Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) sectoral and occupational studies identify a number of new and emerging industry sectors in the economy including2: aerospace biotechnology in: agriculture; forestry; fishing; pharmaceuticals call centres environment gaming multimedia telehealth tele-learning These new and emerging sectors will continue to rely on traditional occupations although the duties for many jobs may be broadened and will require additional skills. However, there will also be new or emerging jobs and occupations, though initially the employment levels for these are often quite low. The tele-learning sector provides an example of the mix of traditional and new occupations. Among the traditional occupations are teachers, curriculum developers, and librarians, all of which require some additional computer and communications related skills; multimedia specialists are identified as the emerging occupation for this sector. Internet usage is soaring around the world. As e-commerce for business-to-business and business-to-consumer transactions transforms key business and many retail processes, the occupational and skill-mix requirements will undergo changes for quite some time. What are the educational and skill requirements for today's jobs? The importance of a good basic education and, increasingly, post-secondary education and training cannot be emphasized enough. There has been a dramatic increase in both the education level and the skills required for all occupations. While there are still a large number of low skill, entry-level occupations, many of them now have higher basic skill3 requirements. As skill needs continue to increase, learning now does not cease after leaving school but continues during a person's whole career. The notion of lifelong learning as an integral part of one's life is gaining momentum. With respect to education, Figure 5 clearly shows how educational requirements have increased over the last decade. The proportion of workers in Ontario with post-secondary qualifications increased sharply between 1990 and 2004, while the proportion of workers with high school diplomas increased only very slightly, and the share with less than high school experienced steep declines. A relatively recent development, especially evident in new and evolving "high-tech" jobs, is the fusion of training, education and skills. For example, the job description for Internet specialist, according to a Minnesota Department of Economic Security study, combines technical know-how, problem solving and interacting with customers. In addition to software programming and producing and updating web pages for clients, the Internet specialist installs and fixes computer equipment and provides technical support to users through phone calls, site visits and e-mail. The workers in these positions also participate in the creation, editing and distribution of technical documentation and training materials4. The need for specific job-related knowledge or skills is not restricted to just a few occupations or jobs. Employers today look for a broader set of skills - called employability skills5 - in all workers. The Conference Board of Canada developed the critical employability skills profile for the Canadian workforce. The profile outlines foundation skills for employability, namely: academic: it provides the foundation for good communication skills; a capacity to analyse, evaluate and solve problems; and learn new assignments and new ways of doing the job when technology changes. personal management skills: positive attitude; ability to take responsibility and be accountable; ability to deal with changes in the workplace and be innovative; and respect for others. teamwork skills: the skills needed to work with others on a job and to achieve the best results. The importance of these skills is confirmed in recent job advertisements posted by employers in Toronto newspapers6. These advertisements also reflect the fact that computer literacy is fast becoming part of "general literacy" requirements. What are the job trends to 2009? It is difficult to predict with accuracy which occupations will be in demand in the future and how many jobs will be created in these occupations. Economic conditions, technological developments, demographics and consumer behaviour will continue to influence the labour market, the occupational composition, and the kinds of job opportunities that will be available. Assessing industry trends is the first step in figuring out the potential for growth or decline in occupations or changes in skill requirements. Projections to the year 2009 indicate that the main source of new job creation will continue to be the service industries. Taken together, the health care and social assistance; wholesale and retail trade; professional, scientific and technical services; education services; accommodation and food; transportation and warehousing; public administration; information, culture and recreation; business, building and other services; and finance, insurance and real estate sectors will account for over three-quarters of the projected new jobs in the economy. The manufacturing and construction sectors are projected to contribute 19 and 3 percent respectively to new job creation. Primary resource industries and utilities will make a very modest contribution to projected job creation (see Figure 6). Figure 7 shows the percent contribution of projected new jobs created between 2004 and 2009 by occupation. Among the occupational categories that will contribute a substantial share of projected new jobs are the following: The professional and technical occupational group (excluding teaching and health care) is expected to account for about 24 percent of new jobs between 2004 and 2009. Most industries employ some professional and technical staff related to the products and services produced. Even within the non-service industries, professional and technical occupations are becoming increasingly important. A significant number of workers in these occupations are employed in organizations that provide consulting services to business, such as for management, engineering or information technology. Others, such as lawyers, may be self-employed and provide services directly to people. In general, these jobs require post-secondary (i.e., college diploma or university degree) and even post-graduate education. Manufacturing and processing occupations will contribute about 10 percent of new jobs. Many of the occupations are entry-level and may not require a post-secondary education for employability. Managers are expected to account for over 9 percent of all new jobs. Skills requirements for managers vary, depending on the industry. Senior managers in large corporations and in government often have extensive post-secondary education and training. All managerial positions require a certain number of years of experience. About 8 percent of new jobs are expected to be created among skilled trades. Found in construction, motive power, manufacturing and service sector industries (such as auto parts or hardware, tool and cutlery industries), skilled trades require a combination of education and on-the-job training and experience. In some trades, completion of an apprenticeship program is required. In other trades, apprenticeship training is available but not required for entry to the occupation. Examples of skilled trades are tool and die makers, crane operators, bricklayers, electricians, terrazzo floor layers, network cable specialists and automotive service mechanics. What are the Education and Training Trends to 2009? How do these expectations with respect to industry and occupational employment trends to 2009 translate into educational and training requirements? Figure 10 shows the share of projected new jobs by the level of education and training required. Clearly, most new job creation will be in occupations requiring considerable education and training. Management skills that are usually acquired through experience following a period of formal education and training will account for about 9 percent of all new jobs. In this category, the jobs expected to have the best prospects to 2009 are: Managers in Health Care Restaurant and Food Service Managers Occupations requiring a university degree will account for 22 percent of projected new jobs and those with extensive post-secondary but less than university degree requirements will account for 29 percent of new jobs. The best job prospects within occupations that require university degrees are: Specialist Physicians General Practitioners and Family Physicians Dentists Optometrists Pharmacists Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists Physiotherapists Occupational Therapists Registered Nurses Secondary School Teachers Elementary School and Kindergarten Teachers Social Workers For occupations with extensive post-secondary but less than university degree requirements, some of the best job prospects are for: Electronic Service Technicians (Household and Business Equipment) Respiratory Therapists, Clinical Perfusionists and Cardio-Pulmonary Technologists Medical Radiation Technologists Ambulance Attendants and Other Paramedical Occupations Paralegal and Related Occupations Chefs Hairstylists and Barbers Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics Automotive Service Technicians, Truck Mechanics and Mechanical Repairers Occupations requiring high school and/or occupation-specific training will account for 29 percent of projected new jobs. In this category, the jobs expected to have the best prospects to 2009 are: Customer Service, Information and Related Clerks Dental Assistants Retail Salespersons and Sales Clerks Food and Beverage Servers Truck Drivers The smallest contribution to new jobs - 11 percent - will come from occupations that require only short on-the-job training without a secondary school diploma. more

I am interested in knowing what field the majority of Somalis here work in and how you feel about your job. I'm not sure if this topic was done before but please participate.

I was listening to the radio today and they were discussing a surprising survery. They said that almost all men prefer men as their bosses (duh) but the shocking thing was that 75% of the female respondents actually prefered men as their bosses!!! This was confirmed by a number of women calling in live and stating their preference for male bosses. What the hell? So what happened to all the sexual harassment, sexism etc. they cried about? Wouldnt women feel more comfortable working for a women? I def. would. Having said that - in 2 yrs of working I've had 1 male and 3 female bosses. The man was very outgoing, nice, talkative and always smiling and asking about my life etc. The women just kept to themselves and just communicated with me when they wanted me to do something. Hmmmmm. Maybe that was just a fluke. How have your experiences been? And which sex do you prefer?

He's blind?

What's shocking is not the painfulness of the test but the anatomical exaggeration of the story!

lol maybe u should elaborate khayr?

Oh that just hurt my heart. Miskiin. How evil can one be to do that to a little child or any person for that matter. She will get her justice Inshallah, that's what comforts me whenever I hear stories like this. I'm so happy that she's getting the treatment that she needs although I'm sad that her face and name are being used in the media. She deserves privacy, even if she's a kid. I don't think people want others to know that they are raped. It's a horrible thing and the less people know, the easier it is to heal.

Hahaha @ Panthar move. Classic. Mock music video in tune of Hollaback girl by Gwen.

I can honestly say that 2/3rds of the complainers haven't posted a topic recently (or ever). So suck it up or post something yourselfs you whiny little punks before I shove my boot all the way down your throat, you'll be shyting ur intestines. :mad:

I hope that's not the only requirement you have for a potential spouse!

^How do you know?

^I second. Thanks Kimiyia. That's a great site and the weekly hadiths are waaay better than those annoying forwarded emails.

I don't doubt ur sincerity Layzie Girl. I just disagreed with the part I bolded because your sorta implying that all women are good for is kids and if they can't deliver - then a man has the right to pursue one who can give him. Even though she devoted all her life to him! And I hope you know I'm talking general wise.

^in the first two paragraphs you sounded like you were sympthasizng with her situation. I should've known better! Some things never change. Edit... if he feels that physically your grandma can't deliver, let a young lady do her job and she can either let him go or be there in name as a 1st wife. Either way, you can get a young habo or abti out of the deal?(win win situation) That is just so wrong.

Bobby, who said the present farax isn't doing any of those things in your list? If we sat down and listed farax's flaws my wrist would hurt and the pen would be dry.

^ the same reason they marry at 20 and 40. we're social creatures. no matter how much we convince ourselves that we're happy single we want to be with someone. everyone deep down desires that. age has nothing to do with it and around 70/80 I'm assuming neither does s3x.

that was mean tho...she probably got the courage to cut her hair (assuming by her rxn that she did) only after u promised. apologize and cut your hair! better yet tell her she can cut it any way she wants.

Assalamu Alaikum, Everytime I fall into sin and think that forgiveness is too late I remember this hadith and it helps me: Hadith Qudsi 1: On the authority of Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him), who said that the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said: When Allah decreed the Creation He pledged Himself by writing in His book which is laid down with Him: My mercy prevails over my wrath. It was related by Muslim (also by al-Bukhari, an-Nasa'i and Ibn Majah). Another hadith similar to it is that Allah says that even if your sins are as high as the mountains, don't despair and do not think that you will not be forgiven.

lol wish I could dance like that. on the other hand...maybe not. He looks like he and the door are getting intimately acquainted.

You Gotta see this! Walahi this is heartbreaking. I'm going to be throwing all the white dolls in my house after seeing this. :-( White vs. Black dolls

Since when were Somalis immune from social problems?

That's why I spend mine and other's money like there is no tommorow. Cause what's the point of hoarding it and dying poor? Spend, spend and spend some more!!

OMG. Imagine this seal with sunglasses. Who does it resemble?