In recent years, manual trades have experienced a real boom. Faced with the rampant stress and anxiety of the corporate world, many are opting for a professional retraining late in life.

If this formula appeals to many workers, few take the plunge. The majority of them say they are worried about leaving a comfortable and stable financial situation to jump into the unknown with both feet.

To deconstruct this prejudice, we present our list of manual trades that recruit at high wages upon hiring.

• Baker
• Hairdresser
• Car mechanic
• Carpenter
• Gardener
• Shoemaker
• winemaker
• Practitioner in wellness and spa center
• Home help
• Industrial maintenance technician (TMI)