I want a job, im a shy and introverted person?!!!!!!?
Hey everyone, I am a 19 year old male and a college student. I want to start applying for my first job,( LOL, i know its kinda late), the problem is that i am shy, and an introvert. The main problem for this is that I struggle to speak loud, and when I try to speak loud I may mispronounce words continuously. What can I do to get over this? - honestly this problem of shyness has prevented me from getting the best of life, for example a girlfriend,(i dont consider my self a hunk, but i am not that ugly, XO) - it has also prevented me from applying for part time jobs at a young age. -this shyness also prevented me from applying for a drivers license, but i will be taking my behind the wheel test in about a week and a half, IM SO NERVOUS, but hurray!!! one less thing on my TO-DO list. How can i get over my fear of dealing with costumers, and being able to communicate orally with the public? I am willing to do anything, please give me any advice and suggestions. Thanks for reading.
I'm an extreme introvert. What are some jobs that would fit my personality?
You would be surprised to know that introverts are often successful in fields that are viewed as extroverted. You hating to speak up in meetings is not about your introversion but lack of skills and fears. It can be overcome. If you don't overcome it, you will have a less fulfilling life. But if you insist on staying in your box, try being a Actuary, a mathematician, a researcher in any field or study big data. But in the end, all of these fields will eventually require you to collaborate. Eventually you will have to face your fears and deal with your fears of speaking rather than making excuses for it.
What are some specific jobs and/or careers for introverts?
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What's a good career for an introverted/reserved person?
Whoever tells you that your personality doesn't matter don't know what they are talking about.As an introvert you will struggle when it comes to extroverted careers like hr managers, physicians, psychologists, nurses, teachers, etc.Yes, you can do well but at the end of the day you will get burnt out vs another extrovert you will receives their energy from meeting and interacting with people.What I'm not saying is don't go out and meet people. What I'm saying is pick a career that fits your personality so you have the advantage.It's like saying you're 6'7, you should play tennis. You're 5'4, you should play basketball."Your height doesn't matter." This is equivalent to saying your personality doesn't matter.Here's how I find a career that fits well with my personality.I use the Holland code (much better than Myer Briggs). Their model divides each personality into 6 personality types.R / The hands on guy - You like work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.I / The thinker - You like working with ideas that require an extensive amount of thinking. A / The artist- You like working with designs and patterns. S / The extrovert - You like working with, communicating with and teaching people. E / The entrepreneur - You like starting up and carrying out projects.C / The routine gal - You like following set procedures and routines.Source: Careers By InterestsWhat you are not is an S (The extrovert - You like working with, communicating with and teaching people).People who are not an S are usually R (The hands on guy - You like work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions).These people usually prefer doing and creating stuff.People who are Rs are also usually natural Is (The thinker - You like working with ideas that require an extensive amount of thinking.)5 careers that fit Rs and Is.PilotsMost type of engineers (Civil, manufacturing, transportation, etc) Aviation inspectorsEnvironmental restoration plannersCartographersSource: Career Search (Select personality "Realistic" and "Investigative" in the search tool)As you can see these careers are 100% way better for introverts than a sales rep, a psychologist, teachers, counselors, nurses, etcBottom line is your personality plays a large part in your career. That is why a lot of people hate their jobs because they thought a career is only based on their salary and skills.
How does an introvert become an actor?
To me there are two types of actors. The first group are more extroverted and may act for a career, often louder, have more lines and go to acting school. The other group are more introverted and quiet and have less lines, and acting might not be their whole career. It's more about how they look and their actions than their words, like Clint Eastwood, Harrison Ford, Steve McQueen or Arnold Schwarzenegger. I think im more of the introverted kind but how would I become an actor if it's all about being loud and theatre based?
What's a good career path for an ambitious introvert?
Introverts are at a disadvantage because our corporate world rewards extroverts. According to a survey by Industrial Psychiatry, general employee population consists of 50% introverts vs 50% extroverts. But by the time, you move up to senior exec level, there are only 2% introverts!Many introverts are brilliant workers, often doing the heavy lifting. But they have to put extra effort to showcase what they have achieved. For instance- Steve Wozniak, an introvert did all the behind the scenes work at Apple in the beginning. But Steve Jobs, an extrovert, became a legend because he could talk about a vision & sell.Further, companies spend hefty pay packages on external candidates who are extroverts, but ignore introvert gems sitting right infront of them. They are invisible to everyone!Bottomline-This is not a war of extroverts vs introverts. It's just that scales are tilted towards extroverts. Introverts need to make an extra effort to stand out in the crowd, showcase their achievements effectively & work harder for promotions.OR introverts could start their own companies. That's the best option.AskVishwas
What are true career options for introverts?
Five true career options for introverts:1.) Night Watchman/Security Guard—you may have to deal with people but you have a badge and maybe carry a heavy flashlight you can use as a weapon for self defense in a pinch. So you the man . . . .2.) Movie Theatre Projectionist—this could be outdated. It’s been more than 30 years since I knew any. When I was in college I worked part time at a movie theatre. The best job to have at that theatre was projectionist. Those guys belonged to a union so were well paid. The projectionist worked upstairs in his own little room. He brought his own snacks. He couldn’t leave the room for his entire shift so he had his own bathroom. A typical movie took up several reels of film. There were two projectors. Once loaded and cued, all the projectionist had to do was start the projector and keep them loaded with the properly sequenced reel. He didn’t have to deal with the customers or the employees of the theatre. As long as nothing went wrong, he didn’t see or talk to anyone the entire length of his shift.3.) Anesthesiologist—A doctor, yes, but your patients are asleep for most of the time you are around them so you won’t have much interpersonal interaction. If you gas them properly, they won’t even remember you.4.) Housekeeper—Hospitality Industry—People are slobs, it is true. If you hate cleaning up after people, this job will not endear them to you. Fortunately, they are mostly out of their rooms while you are cleaning. When they see you in the hallways, they will be nice to you most of the time because they want to get extra towels and such and they don’t want you to do something bad like wipe your underarms with their freshly laundered pillowcases. Sometimes they leave tips.5.) Retired Person—Early or mid-career is the best time to determine that your ultimate career goal is retirement. So get cracking. According to Mister Money Mustache and his shockingly simple math chart, save 55% of your income and you could retire in a little more than 14 years. Ramp that savings to 80% and freedom is a mere 5.5 years away.