Careers for passionate people

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Passionate people tend to follow a non-traditional path towards a career. Find out if one of these passionate jobs is a good fit for you.

Chef: Preparing food can be a high art, and there are many who are loyal patrons of fine cuisine. The art of paring flavors and arranging of cuisine is a task not easily mastered, but very rewarding.

Florist. The ability to arrange flowers in a beautiful and tasteful combination requires much passion for color and symmetry.

Fashion designer: Creating the latest look is a career for passionate people with a great sense of visual style and the ability to be trendsetters. The energy is electrifying on the catwalk during fashion shows.

Professor: Regardless of discipline, college professors can wield a great deal of influence over their students, as they are a source of great knowledge. Those who dedicate their life to academics are usually passionate about their discipline.

Artist: Visual artists can allow their creative instincts to flow freely, though some can find commercial success, such as this creator of Mellow Mushroom art.

Musician: They have a passion for their craft, and it's hard to resist the thrill of stage performance when a crowd of adoring fans is fully engaged.

Winemaker: Being a vineyard owner is a true labor of love, requiring one to be farmer, winemaker and marketer to launch a successful wine label.

Dancer: Using your body to convey emotion requires a very passionate person.

Actor: Whether live theater or film, actors delve deep into their souls to take on the characters they portray.

Athlete: There's no doubt that professional athletes have a passion for their sport. Not only do athletes require a superior physical ability, the individual spirit they bring to the game can be the difference between a win or loss.

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Chef: Preparing food can be a high art, and there are many who are loyal patrons of fine cuisine. The art of paring flavors and arranging of cuisine is a task not easily mastered, but very rewarding.

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