Best Careers For Introverts and Extroverts

BEST CAREERS FOR INTROVERTS AND EXTROVERTS Some of us get energized by interacting with other people, while others among us are drained by such interactions. And it's likely that a lot of people out there are in jobs that aren't suitable for their natural inclinations toward extroversion or introversion. Which jobs are best for which type of personality and which college majors would best prepare someone for each job? EXTROVERSION VS. INTROVERSION What personality characteristics distinguish extroversion and introversion? EXTROVERSION INTROVERSION Learns O Outgoing through observation Thoughtful I Comfortable in groups Private emotionally O Reserved Quick to jump into new Wide range of activities friends and acquaintances Self-aware Tends to think aloud Energized by | being around Appreciates time alone others 60% 40% Estimated split in population between extroversion and introversion " Introverts and extroverts tend to score differently on the strong interest inventory test. It uses Myers-Briggs-like personality questions that define characteristics of employees and students. The inventory includes general occupational themes that pair people with suitable careers and career paths. RI Realistic IInvestigative A Artistic S Social E Enterprising C Conventional IN THE OFFICE AND THE CLASSROOM As one might expect, those personality characteristics often come out in the office and the classroom. EXTROVERTS INTROVERTS Prefer Prefer quiet workplace verbal communication Quick to volunteer thoughts, feelings and ideas Appreciate time to gather and examine information before making decisions Prefer to keep A discussions work/school-related Enjoy personal discussion and Prefer brainstorming in large groups often initiate social gatherings Prefer to work alone jO or on independent projects BEST JOBS FOR EXTROVERTS VS. INTROVERTS R I Realistic IInvestigative A Artistic S I Social E Enterprising C Conventional Annual salary Change through 2022 Strong interest inventory E Education required EXTROVERTS ) INTROVERTS (3) CONSTRUCTION WWORKER GRAPHIC DESIGNER $30,460 $44,830 PER YEAR 1<22% MUCH FASTER than average 7% SLOWER than average No standard requirements, e but vocational school and apprenticeship can help build specialty skills AC Bachelor's degree in visual arts or graphic design PHARMACIST MECHANICAL ENGINEER $119,280 $82,100 15% FASTER than average t1 5% SLOWER than average Bachelor's degree in mechanical e engineering; advanced degrees generally required for management positions IS IA E Doctor of Pharmacy degree PHYSICAL THERAPIST SOFTWARE DEVELOPER $81,030 $101,410 1<22% MUCH FASTER than average 20% FASTER than average IS AC Bachelor's degree in Doctor of Physical Therapy degree computer science MECHANIC EVENT PLANNER $36,710 $46,260 9% average < 22% MUCH FASTER than average College education not generally required, but with increasingly sophisticated automotive systems, formal training in Vocational school or college is often helpful RC SA IE Bachelors degree in hospitality-related field REGISTERED NURSE EDITOR $66,220 $54,150 15% FASTER than average DOWN 2%, decline Bachelor's or associate degree or diploma from approved program Bachelor's degree in E English, journalism or communications ADVERTISING SALES AGENT INFORMATION RESEARCH SCIENTIST $45,830 $106,290 DOWN 1%, little or no change 15% FASTER than average SAE Bachelor's degree in advertising or marketing IC E PhD in information science POLICE OFFICER VETERINARIAN $56,130 $86,640 5% SLOWER than average 12% average RI College degree not required, but e bachelor's degrees or advanced education in law enforcement- e Doctor of Veterinary Medicine related areas helpful FIREFIGHTER TRUCK DRIVER $45,600 $38,700 7% SLOWER than average 1 11% average College degree not required, but extensive training needed, including emergency medical technician training College education not typically e required, but many companies require formal education at trucking institutions, and states have regulations on licensing for commercial drivers; additional training may be recommended for hazardous materials hauling RI SOURCES 1. http://www.cushmanwakefield.com 2. http://careerassessmentsite.com 3. http://www.onetonline.org CAS CAREERASSESSMENT SITE A CLEAR PATH FOR THE FUTURE