High paying jobs without having a degree in college is possible nowadays. Yes it is, Gone were the days in which landing a decent job means graduating from a prestigious university and acquiring at least a 4-year degree course. Now, in this modern era, technology became the center of everything and that includes high-paying jobs even without finishing a college degree. Of course, it’s still recommended to acquire a degree but for those less fortunate people, these jobs are worth a try.
1. Customer Service Representative/Sales Representative
Qualifications:
• Patience
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Good English Comprehension
Salary:
• Php18,000 – Php40,000
What to expect?
Call centers are the perfect place for individuals with Good English and Excellent Communication Skills. Whether you’re a fresh college graduate or haven’t yet, being a customer service representative or sales representative is your safe haven.
The disadvantage of this job is the time of work which is presumably graveyard shift. You will also need to be extra patient towards your foreigner clients. But the salary is pretty high so for hard working people, they can eventually set aside the disadvantage part. You will be working for large companies like Globe, PLDT, Smart and others.
2. Online Tutor
Qualifications:
• Good Communication Skills
• Knowledge on preferred subject
Salary:
• Php18,000 – Php26,000
What to expect?
There’s nothing more comfortable than working at home. You won’t need to take the hassle of going out and you are still being paid nicely. Online tutor is very much needed especially for students from Korea, Japan and China.
3. Data-Entry or Encoder
Qualifications: Computer Skills
Salary:
• Php18,000 – Php22,000
What to expect?
If you are someone who’s particularly comfortable sitting in front of the computer whole day, then you can do data-entry or encoder and earn more for your bread and butter.
4. Events Coordinator
Qualifications:
• Organization Characteristics
• Communication
• Time Pressure Skills
Salary:
• Php18,000 – Php31,000
What to expect?
Expect more pressure if you prefer to become an event coordinator. But one good thing about this good is that you’ll be witnessing happiest moments of the lives of your clients.
5. Photographer
Qualifications:
• Photography Skills
• Video Editing
• high-end equipment
Salary:
• Php29,000 – Php50,000
What to expect?
If you love to capture photos then you can be a photographer. You will be hired with various events and just like with events coordinator, you will be capturing happy memories.
6. Writer/Editor
Qualifications:
• Writing Skills
• Creativity
• Patience
Salary:
• Php16,000 – Php23,000
What to expect?
If your mind is buzzing with boundless ideas and writing them seems to be the best thing to do, then you are qualified to become a writer. You can also proofread articles and make a living out of it.
7. Programmer/Developer
Qualifications:
• Programming Skills
• Knowledge in Computer
Salary:
• Php30,000 – Php100,000
What to expect?
For non-degree holders but has intermediate – professional computer skills then you are highly qualified to become a programmer/developer. There are a lot of job opportunities for you online and offline. Hope this list of high paying jobs help you not lost faith and give you an ideas that even in your own home you can earn money.