[header] How to be a cowboy [title] Learn about the career. [step] Before you decide to become a rancher, spend some time learning a bit about the career. A career in ranching can make you feel like something of a modern day cowboy. 
If you love the outdoors and animals, it could be a great career path for you. [substeps] A rancher's job is to look over land and animals on a large farm property.