Top Careers to Pursue during the Recession - Part 2

There are additional careers that can be financially lucrative during a recession. Some of these occupations require formal education and many require some level of training or skill. The bottom line is you have to decide where you want to be and how much you want to earn. Even in times of lean economic it is possible for you to thrive.

9. Federal Government: Most federal-government jobs end only when workers retire. Additionally, government services tend to step up in times of recession, so your chances of getting and keeping a government job are good.

10. Pharmaceuticals: As long as doctors prescribe them, people are still going to take drugs. So whether you're behind the pharmacy counter or in the lab, you can rest easy.

11. Sales: As a general rule, anyone who is a source of income for a company will be safe, so salespeople — especially in recession-proof industries — have little to worry about.

12. Military: The military is always hiring, especially during wartime. Also, consider that most of your living expenses are covered, so cost-of-living expenses are not really a concern.

13. Gaming industry/Gambling: When times get tough, people seek an outlet. One of those outlets is gambling, especially because it offers a chance to turn financial troubles around.

14. Alcohol: Alcohol is another outlet for troubled times, so distributors and manufacturers in this industry will continue to thrive.

15. Politics: Even in a recession, public officials are still around earning tidy sums, which are often tied to the cost of living.

16. Skilled Services: Hair will always grow, and drains will always clog, so you can expect steady work in skilled services like plumbing and hairstyling.

17. Debt Management: Recessions mean crunch time for debtors, and they're sure to need some guidance.