8 Great Jobs for Extroverts with No Degree
No degree? No problem. It might feel like you missed out on something because you didn’t go to college, but the good news is you also missed out on student loans so don’t feel so bad. Believe it or not, there are good jobs for extroverts with no degree and by the end of this those regrets about not going to college will be all but forgotten.
What You’ll Learn After Reading This Article:
· How to know if you are an extrovert
· The qualities of an extrovert that employers are looking for
· Top jobs for extroverts with no degree
5 Clear Signs You Are An Extrovert:
1. You feel energized by social interactions: Being around people gives you energy, and you enjoy large gatherings and lively conversations.
2. You thrive in group settings: You prefer working in teams or attending social events over spending time alone.
3. You're outgoing and talkative: You often initiate conversations and enjoy meeting new people, feeling comfortable in social situations.
4. You seek out excitement and stimulation: You tend to enjoy activities that involve being active and engaged, whether it's going out or trying new things.
5. You process thoughts externally: You tend to think out loud and enjoy sharing your ideas and feelings with others to process information.
If a few, or all of these signs sound like you, then you’re in the right place, because you’re most likely an extrovert.
Being an extrovert can give you the edge in both the interview process and on the job itself. Let’s take a look at some of the qualities of extroverts that employers look for.
Key Qualities of Extroverts That Employers Love:
· Strong communication skills: Extroverts are often great at expressing ideas clearly and effectively, making them valuable in team collaboration and client interactions.
· Natural leadership abilities: Their outgoing nature helps extroverts take charge in group settings, making them natural leaders who inspire and motivate others.
· Excellent teamwork: Extroverts thrive in group environments and are skilled at building relationships, fostering collaboration, and creating a positive workplace culture.
· Adaptability in social situations: Extroverts are comfortable engaging with different types of people and can quickly adjust to new environments or roles.
· Energy and enthusiasm: Their high energy and positive attitude can uplift the entire team and keep projects moving forward with motivation and excitement.
Now that you’re feeling good about being an extrovert, let’s take a look at some of the top job you can apply to and feel qualified for even though you don’t have a college degree.
Before we get into the list of jobs, it’s a good idea to check out this article on strategies for landing a job for extroverts. It will give you the tools you need for landing one of these jobs.
8 Jobs For Extroverts With No Degree
A note here on the salaries; they are an average range and could vary based on location and company. Additionally, these jobs were not ranked in any particular order, but the list is made up of jobs that would be a great fit for extroverts and have a lower barrier to entry due to a degree not being needed.
Job #1: Sales Associate
Requirements for Job: Strong communication skills, customer service-oriented, basic math skills.
Salary Range: $25,000 – $35,000 per year.
Sales jobs may not sound glamorous, but they give you the skills you need to be successful in your career. Even though a Sales Associate job title might not sound sexy, it can lead down a career path to a Sales Manager or Director depending on how much you improve.
During my final year in college, I had the opportunity to sell season tickets for the New Jersey Nets (before they moved to Brooklyn). It was a terrible and difficult job. The Nets were a bad basketball team, so it probably would have been easier to sell vegetables to 5 year olds than tickets to these games.
I struggled to sell tickets until I made enough phone calls to finally get a sale. I was pretty excited that someone was actually interested in buying tickets.
I learned a number of skills and lessons in that role including:
1. How to hear the word “No” and not give up.
2. How to deal with people with a wide range of personalities
3. How to speak clearly and sell something on the phone.
A Sales Associate job isn’t a forever job, but it’s a great job to land as a stepping stone to an even better role. Even better, you won’t have $200,000 of debt from college to pay off while you’re working this job.
Job #2: Customer Service Representative
Requirements for Job: Excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and basic computer skills.
Salary Range: $28,000 – $40,000 per year.
Not everyone is built for a Customer Service role, but if you find that you are, you’ll have a world of opportunity.
I’d like to share a quick story to outline how a good Customer Service Rep can be an asset to a company.
I was mad. My TV service had been acting up again and my internet wasn’t working. The last thing I wanted to do was get on the phone to have it fixed, but I knew it was the only option…. because I had tried fixing it myself and it didn’t make anything better.
I finally picked the right option to speak to a human and was met with a cheerful woman’s voice who immediately was able to calm me down and showed empathy and understanding. At one point during our call she was even singing to me…. yes you read that right. I left the experience with my issues resolved and a sense of calm.
Why do I tell this story? To demonstrate the importance of a good Customer Service Rep and to also emphasize how a college degree isn’t needed. As long as you have empathy, understanding and a way to connect to people, you’ll be successful in this role.
Job #3 Event Coordinator Assistant
Requirements for Job: Organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Salary Range: $30,000 – $40,000 per year.
How Extroverts Can Stand Out: Showcase your ability to communicate clearly under pressure and highlight your teamwork skills, emphasizing your capacity to manage group dynamics and event logistics smoothly.
Career Growth Potential: This role can evolve into an Event Coordinator or Manager position, with the opportunity to lead entire events and manage large teams.
This role is a great opportunity for anyone who likes working on and planning events. It’s important to note that this role may not be for all extroverts though.
You really have to enjoy planning and executing events to succeed in the industry. You’ll most likely be working untraditional hours including nights, weekends and holidays so be prepared for that.
Job #4: Receptionist
Requirements for Job: Friendly demeanor, multitasking skills, basic computer and phone skills.
Salary Range: $26,000 – $38,000 per year.
How Extroverts Can Stand Out: During the interview, emphasize your customer service skills and your ability to connect easily with visitors and staff, making a great first impression.
Career Growth Potential: With experience, receptionists can grow into roles such as Office Manager, Administrative Assistant, or Executive Assistant, taking on more responsibility.
A Receptionist role may not sound glamorous, but it’s an extremely important position.
Why?
Well, you’ll most likely be the customer’s first point of contact with the company so you’ll be setting the tone.
We’ve all come across the Receptionist who’s either in a bad mood or just an overall grouch, and it makes it difficult to want to have any other interactions with employees at the company.
So, if you’re going to take a role like this, make sure you put on your smiley face, every day.
Job #5: Bartender
Requirements for Job: Excellent communication skills, ability to work in a high-energy environment, customer service-oriented.
Salary Range: $22,000 – $40,000 per year (plus tips).
How Extroverts Can Stand Out: Show your enthusiasm for creating a lively atmosphere and building rapport with customers, which can boost customer satisfaction and increase tips.
Career Growth Potential: With time, bartenders can move up to Bar Manager, Beverage Director, or even own their own bar, opening opportunities for leadership and management roles.
As a Bartender, you’re going to have to be able to deal with all types of people depending on your location. Since you’ll be making a lot of your salary based on the amount you’re tipped, you’re going to have to be as pleasant as possible.
This won’t always be easy, as you’ll get difficult customers who have been drinking and aren’t exactly thinking straight.
Like an Event Planner Assistant, these hours aren’t traditional, so your weekends and nights will be spent working (which is good because that’s when you’ll make the most money).
Job $6: Hospitality Crew Member (e.g., Front Desk at Hotels)
Requirements for Job: Great customer service, attention to detail, flexible scheduling, communication skills.
Salary Range: $25,000 – $38,000 per year.
How Extroverts Can Stand Out: Highlight your ability to make guests feel welcome and handle a range of personalities with ease, which is key in hospitality.
Career Growth Potential: Starting in this role can lead to opportunities such as Guest Relations Manager, Hotel Manager, or even roles in hospitality management with larger chains.
Handling difficult situations with hotel guests is not an easy task, so working as a Hospitality Crew Member will test your customer service skills, which is a great thing for the rest of your career.
In a different life, I had been traveling for work and went to check out of my room after a few days at a hotel. The front desk person notified me that I had been charged $20 for an order of buffalo wings the previous night. I didn’t order buffalo wings any night while I was there.
She could have easily made me pay the bill regardless of whether or not it was mine, but instead of seeing and understanding my tone of voice, she took the charges off the bill. This left me with a positive impression of the hotel.
Being able to deal with people is essential to this role and is a skill that extroverts will use in this role and as they progress on this career path.
Job #7: Brand Ambassador
Requirements for Job: Outgoing personality, communication and interpersonal skills, ability to represent a brand.
Salary Range: $28,000 – $40,000 per year.
How Extroverts Can Stand Out: Showcase your enthusiasm for the brand and your ability to connect with potential customers in a relatable and persuasive way.
Career Growth Potential: As a successful Brand Ambassador, you can move up to Marketing Manager or Field Marketing Manager roles, overseeing larger campaigns and brand promotions.
It’s important to note that before you become a Brand Ambassador, you pick a brand that you actually want to represent because it’ll show in your work.
My brother had the opportunity to be a Brand Ambassador for a Hawaiian water company while he was in college. He loved going to Hawaii and was a fan of fancy water, so it was a match that was beneficial to both him as well as the company.
This is one role where you’ll want to be a little pickier because you’ll be wearing your love for the product on your sleeve, literally and figuratively.
Job #8: Tour Guide
Requirements for Job: Strong communication skills, enthusiasm, local knowledge, and friendly personality.
Salary Range: $25,000 – $40,000 per year.
How Extroverts Can Stand Out: Highlight your storytelling ability and your enthusiasm for engaging with diverse groups, ensuring a memorable experience for tour participants.
Career Growth Potential: Tour Guides can advance to positions like Tour Manager or work in tourism marketing, or even open their own tour business, leading to entrepreneurial opportunities.
This job is often overlooked, but a Tour Guide is a great role for an extrovert who knows or can learn the inside and outside of the area they live in or a place where visitors would be touring.
What type of places you ask?
1. Historical: Think Washington D.C., Williamsburg, etc.
2. Popular: New York City, Hollywood, Disneyworld
3. Famous: Ben and Jerry’s Headquarters (not sure why that was top of mind), Yankee Stadium, The Grand Canyon
The bottom line is, if it’s a vacation destination, people probably want to take a tour of it. So, stud up and get ready to entertain people.
Last Notes for Extroverts Without a Degree:
These jobs may not require a degree, but it doesn’t mean they are easy to get. You’ll still have to follow all of the guidance on how to get a job that we provide to you at Your Career Strategy.
If you feel like you need help from a professional, feel free to book a FREE 45 minute call and our Career Strategists and Coaches will be happy to help.
You’ve got this!