What are some good career options for an anti-social person?
Here are 10 careers that suits people who prefer to work on their own:PilotsAgricultural engineersAnimal breedersAnimal trainersInsurance appraisersAutomotive mechanicsBakersBiochemical engineersMapping techniciansMarine engineersFor those who are interested in finding out more about each of these careers, you can find out more about each career on A Career Site That Helps You Find A Career You Love.I`ll come up with a full list when I got more time in the future. In the mean time, hope this helps.
What are some good potential career choices for a person who is an introvert? Why?
These are the 5 best jobs for introverts according to the career and salary research site PayScale:1. Petroleum geologists 2. Statistician3. (tie) Private Chef3. (tie) Video Game Artist5. Fine ArtistAnything related to the above will also work. Source: The 5 Best Jobs for IntrovertsRead this too, How to Choose the Right Job, When You're an Introvert
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.
Why is being reserved seen as a bad thing?
All my life I've been quiet. I usually only talk when someone talks to me first or I'm in a situation where talking is necessary. All throughout elementary, middle and high school I've been picked on and abused ( mentally, physically, and emotionally) because I was deemed "weird" and a "freak". I've started college and a few of my professors have lowered my grades for not "participating in class discussions" and "being reticent" despite me getting A's on my tests and papers. I just don't understand why I have to suffer for something that I can't help: being a reserved person.
Is it bad to be a 'serious' person?
I am only 'bubbly' around a very limited number of people. In general, my temperament is reserved (INTJ) apparently people describe me as being a serious person. They usually say it in a negative tone. Is it a bad thing? Being a serious person? I take people's words seriously (not as a way of affirmation, I don't take their judgments of me seriously) - I take a statement they make for example, "I have ADHD." seriously and begin to analyze and form different concepts, basic strategizing internally about them and their statement. I get annoyed when they tell me "I was joking," because I don't understand how that is comical? I am very determined, strict/serious about my education and business, I don't mix work with playing. Work is work, playing is sometimes also work for me, and I don't like to be around immature people that don't take their tasks or responsibilities seriously. I get 'stiff' around large groups of people, I am 'too serious,' and on guard, but what is the problem with this? Yes I take awhile to loosen up, but it is usually around the right people and I need to be able to trust them. What is bad about being a serious person? What is good?
What is the best career/life track for someone with bipolar disorder?
It’s a bit of a cliche that people with bipolar are highly creative and excel in more creative fields. It may be more common but it’s not always the case. I am completely un-creative - I think in a more analytical way. So I don’t think you need to limit yourself in terms of the field you go into.However, like some of the other commentators, I agree that the conditions of your work is more important to consider.Will I be able to maintain a regular routine? (I’ve found my condition is much harder to manage if I have to travel for work or work odd hours).How open will I be able to be with my employer? (being ‘out’ with your employer can make a huge difference)How much stress will the job come with? (Stress usually exacerbates mental illness and can trigger manic or depressive episodes)What would be the impact on my job if I have an episode? Will periods of low productivity or hyperactivity affect my success?How much teamwork or collaboration will be involved? (If I’m having an episode, this is like to affect/impact others)
Question Regarding Reserved/Preferred Parking Spots?
I work at a military installation, and there are reserved parking spots for selected high ranking people, bosses of certain organizations, and others the base leadership deems as worthy of a preferred parking spot. Recently visited a headquarters building at another base, and it seemed that 10-15% of all parking spaces were reserved for Colonel/General and commanders of XYZ squadron. I think it's stupid and elitist unless the person is a first responder who needs to quickly leave a building to answer a real world emergency, but that decision is way above my pay grade. Question: Does the same thing exist in the private sector corporate world? If yes, is it as rampant and overdone as it is in the military?
Job interviewer said I was reserved and I didn't get the job. What's wrong about being reserved?
I went on a job interview and just heard back that she didn't think I was a "movers and shakers" type of person and I was too reserved. She felt I would be bombarded by the tasks - this is an assistant position and it's very basic as far as the duties. I'm introverted. I'm reserved when you first meet me, but it doesn't mean I can't take charge in a situation and meet the challenges. Reserved people are thinkers, at least I think I am. I'm probably thinking way too much while the next one is chatting their heads off. What is it that people don't like about reserved people? I don't understand why it would be a bad thing.