Garage owners seemingly unaffected by the recession

At a time when many saw their pay packets freeze, others have seen wages increase as their services have remained as in demand as ever, a study shows. Among those who appear to have remained recession proof are garage owners and managers who come in ninth on the list of best performing professions.
The study by freelance marketplace PeoplePerHour analysed the hourly rates of professionals from 2008 to 2013 and  transport accounts for much of the top-ten. Transport planners, pilots and rail workers have all seen thier wages increase, along with driving instructors and those who own or manage garages.
Many have benefited from charging by the hour, said PeoplePerHour, as this is a transparent system for customers and employers alike. Others who have done well include dentists and beauty salon bosses, showing the rise in pampering and grooming among both men and women. Tax advisors have cashed in on the boom in self employed and companies who need the best possible advice on how to keep their tax bills down.
Xenios Thrasyvoulou, Founder and CEO of PeoplePerHour said: “Where some industries have fallen prey to the recession, others have thrived, where their services are considered necessities rather than luxuries and will no doubt continue to enjoy an increase as the economy looks up and people have more cash to spend.”

Table shows job title and average hourly rate for the profession 2008 to 2013