Courtesy of Aaron Nichols
- Aaron Nichols got certified in solar installation a year ago when he was unsure of his career path.
- Now he has a marketing job for a solar company that offers flexibility and career mobility.
- This article is part of "Trends to Bet Your Career On," a series about trending professional opportunities.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Aaron Nichols, the marketing and advocacy specialist at Exact Solar. The following has been edited for length and clarity.