New York State Launches "Be Your Own Boss" Campaign to Promote Licensed Professions
Campaign Aims to Inform New Yorkers about Job Opportunities
In response to a growing gig economy, the New York State Dept. of State recently launched a new campaign to promote jobs that require a state-issued license. The ‘Be Your Own Boss’ campaign is a public service message to inform New Yorkers about the dozens of licensed professions they can venture into, whether they’re seeking a full career change or flexible part-time work.
Queens Residents Can Benefit from the Campaign
With its large number of small businesses and diverse workforce, Queens is uniquely positioned to benefit from the ‘Be Your Own Boss’ campaign. The borough’s strong presence of licensed professionals across various industries, coupled with access to vocational training programs, offers residents valuable opportunities to formalize their skills, pursue new career paths, and contribute to the local economy.
Lesser-Known Licenses Available
The campaign is focused on promoting the most in-demand professions, such as barbers, home inspectors, nail technicians, and real estate agents. However, lesser-known licenses for jobs such as hearing aid dispensers and fire alarm installers are also available.
Licensing Division Distributes 35 Different Professional Licenses
The Department of State’s licensing division distributes 35 different professional licenses. It processes applications, administers examinations for the licenses that require them, and oversees renewals. Depending on the profession, licenses must be renewed every 1-4 years.
Secretary of State Walter Mosely on the Campaign
"A campaign like this only comes about when there’s a high demand," Secretary of State Walter Mosely said in an interview. His agency is also responsible for protecting consumers from scams and spurring economic growth.
Featured Licensed Jobs
As part of the campaign, the department is releasing a series of videos they made to feature some of the licensed jobs that New Yorkers have taken on. One showcases a former NHL player turned real estate agent, while in another, a longtime barber of 40 years talks about mentoring new apprentices in Spanish.
Conclusion
The ‘Be Your Own Boss’ campaign aims to inform New Yorkers about the various licensed professions they can pursue, whether they’re seeking a full career change or flexible part-time work. With its focus on promoting in-demand professions and lesser-known licenses, the campaign is poised to benefit residents of Queens and the state as a whole.
FAQs
Q: What is the ‘Be Your Own Boss’ campaign?
A: The ‘Be Your Own Boss’ campaign is a public service message to inform New Yorkers about the dozens of licensed professions they can venture into, whether they’re seeking a full career change or flexible part-time work.
Q: What types of licenses are available?
A: The Department of State’s licensing division distributes 35 different professional licenses, including barbers, home inspectors, nail technicians, real estate agents, and many others.
Q: How do I get started with a licensed profession?
A: You can start by visiting the Department of State’s website, where you can find information on the requirements, application fees, and instructions on how to renew a license for each profession. You can also sign up for email updates on licenses you are most interested in.
Q: What is the goal of the campaign?
A: The ultimate goal of the campaign is to inform New Yorkers about the various licensed professions they can pursue and to make sure that people are aware of what the Department of State does.
