In today's Internet-happy global economy, it comes as no surprise that employers are willing to pay top dollar for employees with technical or computer skills, or some knowledge of international politics and business. Being able to speak a foreign language never hurts. That's the way to make sure you're making more money every time you move. And there's no place to hide anymore in middle management. Corporations are quickly cutting the layers of management.
Experts say they are some of the most highly paid and nearly pink-slip proof.
In addition, employers are looking for people who can thrive without a lot of direction. The brutal truth is that in order to make the big money, you often have to take the big leap to another employer. In-company increases of greater than 6 percent are rare these days. But companies trying to lure talented people are often willing to pay more. But be careful.