World's Least Stressful Professions of 2013

#8. Hairstylist:

Hairstyling is a highly rewarding profession that promotes creativity. Professional hairstylists work in a fast paced environment where customers come and go throughout the day. The job description includes cutting, coloring and styling hairs, as well as helping people feel good about their hair and most of all provide customer satisfaction. It is essential for a hairstylist to have a vision and must be capable of replicating a particular hairstyle if needed. Occasionally these professionals might also create up-dos for special events.

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One essential trait for these professionals is the ability to communicate, listen and interact with different types of personalities simultaneously, providing both customer service and personal service.

The stress score for this profession is 10.41 and the average annual salary is in the range of $22,500.

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