Most of us no longer earn our salaries by the sweat of our brows. Instead, we work at sedentary jobs, don't work up a sweat on the job (except from stressful situations), and put on the pounds. Fortunately, not all high-paying jobs are sedentary, especially those in health care and education. A study at...

The U.S. military can teach you a lot more than how to throw a salute, march in time, and shoot straight. It covers a range of jobs almost as diverse as those found in the civilian workplace. The military can be a lifetime career, but most recruits serve only a few years in uniform. Once they are trained,...

Before you commit to a career, you need to have a clear picture of what you're getting into. You need to get accurate information and evaluate it critically. Start by reading about the careers that interest you. The Occupational Outlook Handbook offers detailed descriptions of almost 300 careers. It covers...