now with so many lay offs maybe this would be worth reflecting upon.....

America's Low-Paying Jobs
By Anthony Balderrama, Careerbuilder.com writer

Jobs at the low end of the pay scale are often overlooked. Understandably, everyone wants to earn a lot of money -- it makes life easier when you're not counting pennies between paychecks. The problem is that, unless you're on the receiving end of nepotism, your first job isn't going to earn you six figures.

Many low-paying jobs are perfect fits for students who want to earn a little cash or for anyone who wants a second job. Often, these jobs have flexible or unconventional hours, so you're not stuck in a cubicle from 8 to 5 every day. Perhaps more importantly, these jobs allow you to get a taste of a company or industry so that you can begin building your career.

Paul Facella's book, "Everything I Know About Business I Learned at McDonald's," is a perfect example of how jobs that don't pay big bucks can form a strong foundation for career growth. Facella began working on the other side of the counter at McDonald's when he was 16 years old. He went from serving fries to serving as a regional vice president with the company. And now he has a book, which is more than most people can say.

With that in mind, take a look at these 20 jobs with modest incomes, according to CBsalary.com, and consider how they might factor into your professional goals.