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Welcome to your career report!
There's a lot of information here, so take your time and read

through it at your own pace.
Your report is split up into different sections, each of which addresses a different factor in your
career search. You'll learn about your interests, your personality, and the jobs and work
environments that suit you best. You'll get personalized advice and suggestions for exploring
your career options and planning a successful job search.
You can read your report straight through, or you can skip to the sections that interest you most.
Remember, your results are saved to your personal account. You can come back and refer to
them anytime you need to.
So, let's get started!
Your Career Personality Type
What motivates you? What do you find satisfying? What sorts of tasks and activities could you
do every day, without getting bored?
These are key questions to ask when searching for a career. Your ideal career will make the
most of your strengths, so that your work feels natural and comfortable to you. It will also tap
into your core motivations, so that you have a sense that what you do is important and authentic
to who you are. It will also suit you in a practical sense, by asking you to work on the sorts of
tasks and activities that you naturally enjoy.
These factors are different for every individual. Some people are motivated by money and fame,
while others simply want to know they are making the world a better place. Some people like to
use their minds in their work. Others prefer to use their hands. So which type of person are you?
In the following section, we'll look at the broad patterns revealed by your assessment. You'll
discover the fundamentals of your personality type and how these key aspects of who you are
can point you to a satisfying career.
You're a Creative Idealist

You are concerned with being true to your values and living authentically. For you, work is an
opportunity to express what is important and meaningful to you. You are deeply in touch with
your ideas and emotions, and want a career that allows you to connect with a larger purpose.
You are a naturally empathic person and want a job that allows you to feel that you are
contributing to the world in a positive way. You easily sense suffering, and thus you are deeply
motivated to bring peace and beauty to the people around you.
You tend to be insightful and introspective. You are interested in exploring complex issues,
especially when they have a personal or moral impact. You can easily see how things could be
improved, and you are motivated to do your part in making the world a better place.
You are drawn to work that allows you to express your unique vision. You want to be an
individual and come up with original ideas. You like a lot of freedom in your work so that you can
do what inspires you.
How you think and solve problems

The chart below describes how you process information and how you approach the
problem-solving process. To read this chart and the other charts in this section, look at the size
of each quadrant. A larger area indicates that a particular style is a better fit for you. Smaller
areas indicate that the style is not a very good fit.
Some of your charts will show a clear preference for one pattern. Others will show a more even
spread over two or even three patterns. Where you have nearly equal scores for two or more
patterns, you can expect that both patterns may describe you equally well.
HUMANITARIAN
Driven to make the world a better place. Creative and imaginative in coming up with insightful
solutions to meaningful problems.
CARETAKER
Wants to be of service to others. Prefers to work within established institutions to find ways to
maintain stability and security for both self and others.
INNOVATOR
Likes to solve complex, rational problems. Uses analytical skills to come up with innovative ways to
improve logical systems.
PRAGMATIST
Wants to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Enjoys working within structured, logical systems to
accomplish practical, real-world goals.
How you get motivated

This chart shows how you are motivated in your work, including the factors that drive you to
work as well as your overall level of motivation to work.
AMBITIOUS
Desires achievement and willing to work hard to get it. Seeks status and financial rewards.
Persistent in working toward success.
EXCITABLE
Motivated by achievement, but easily distracted. Excited by the prospect of success but may have
trouble sticking with projects long enough to achieve it.
DUTIFUL
Driven by a sense of duty. Works toward goals out of sense of responsibility. Persistent even when
work is unexciting and garners little attention from others.
CASUAL
Has little need for achievement. Prefers to keep life simple and low-key. Prefers work that is easy to
accomplish and offers a minimum of stress and hassle.
How you interact with others

This chart describes your approach in relating to others. It shows what you need from your
interpersonal interactions as well as how others may see you.
GREGARIOUS
Is friendly and amiable. Likes to be congenial with coworkers and is often the first to befriend a new
colleague. Appreciates social events to build team relationships.
SUPPORTIVE
Gentle and kind. Tends to be quiet and reserved, but appreciates having amicable, supportive
relationships with colleagues.
DOMINANT
Blunt and dominant. Enjoys working with others but does not need to be liked. Tends to take
command of situations and enjoys competition.
INDEPENDENT
Reserved and aloof. Tends to avoid personal relationships in the office, preferring to focus on the
work. Wants to be judged on competence, not popularity.
How you communicate
This chart describes how you communicate your thoughts, experiences, and ideas to others.
Your pattern reflects the information you choose to communicate as well as your style in doing
so.
INSPIRING
Enjoys expressing ideas and vision. Loves to brainstorm and discuss possibilities. Focuses on
big-picture ideas and innovative goals for the future.
INSIGHTFUL
Thinks deeply before speaking, then shares carefully considered insights. Interested in theories,
patterns, and interpretations.
INFORMATIVE
Likes to communicate regularly to keep everyone informed. Makes sure everyone has all the
information they need.
CONCISE
Communicates when necessary to convey specific information. Dislikes chitchat. Prefers fact-based,
purposeful discussions that move a project along.
How you contribute to a team

This chart describes your style in working with a team, including the roles you typically take on
and your contributions to the team effort.
COOPERATOR
Wants all team members to feel included in working towards a common goal. Works cooperatively to
share achievements.
EMPATH
Stays attuned to relationships. Is less focused on the end product; prioritizes an enjoyable and
cooperative process.
TASKMASTER
Focused on organization, clarity, and achieving outstanding results. Stays focused on stated goals
with minimal attention to relationships.
IMPROVISER
Jumps in to solve logical problems. Focused on useful action and quick results. Acts spontaneously
without waiting for others to keep up.
How you manage tasks and projects

This chart describes your style in approaching tasks and activities. Your pattern shows which
type of tasks are most likely to appeal to you and take advantage of your strengths.
DIRECTOR
Has big, complex ideas and formulates plans to put them into action. Persistent and determined.
Pursues ambitious goals.
VISIONARY
Most excited when generating possibilities and ideas; less interested in implementation. Likes
starting projects more than finishing them.
INSPECTOR
Works in an orderly, systematic manner. Wants clear expectations and standard procedures to
follow. Persists until task is done correctly.
RESPONDER
Wants quick results. Prefers clear-cut tasks that can be completed in a short time frame. Dislikes
long-term projects.
Making the Most of Your Personality

Everyone has their own set of strengths and weaknesses. Career success does not come from
being good at everything; rather, it comes from being aware of what you excel at so that you can
take advantage of your strengths when you choose a career. Equally, it's important to be aware
of your weak areas so that you can avoid roles that you do not have an aptitude for.
Let's look now at some of the strengths you can capitalize on in your career, as well as some of
the weak spots you should be aware of.
Your personal strengths
You are a highly altruistic and compassionate person who is dedicated to helping and
serving other people. You are deeply motivated to make other people's lives better and
happier. You are excellent at cooperating with others, sensing their needs, and being of
service to those around you.
Your level of organization and drive is excellent. You are predisposed to success in
your career because of your talent for persisting in your goals and resisting distractions
along the way. Employers will appreciate your orderly approach, your attention to detail,
and your inclination to work until the job is done. You are determined and responsible,
and likely to achieve whatever you set your mind to.
You are highly energetic and sociable. You have a talent for reaching out to others and
engaging people. You will excel in highly social jobs where your ability to approach
people and make new connections is crucial to your success. You are a socially
motivated worker and will gravitate to a team environment, where you have the chance
to earn the recognition and respect of others.
You are imaginative and forward-thinking, and talented at envisioning the future. You
do not mind venturing into unknown territory and are enthusiastic about change and
innovation. You are excellent at thinking abstractly, coming up with new ideas, and using
your creativity to solve complex problems.
You are good at coping with the stress levels of a typical job and are unlikely to become
anxious, depressed, or upset due to the demands of your work. You are generally
resilient and able to bounce back from stressful situations. While a highly stressful job
may not suit you, you are well equipped to cope with the emotional demands of most
positions.
Your potential challenges

You often put others' needs ahead of your own, and you may sacrifice some
opportunities to advance your own career because you tend to focus on accommodating
others.
You are hardworking and diligent, but you may tend to overwork yourself. In demanding
environments, you may take on an overly heavy workload, and neglect time for
relaxation and renewal.
You may have difficulty working on tasks that require you to be alone most of the time.
You will tend to suffer from feeling isolated and unmotivated when you cannot interact
with other people.
You generally need a good deal of creativity and variety in your work to stay engaged.
You may become bored and frustrated with work that is routine or repetitive.
You may become anxious, depressed, or burned out in a job with a high stress level.
Your Career Interests
This section shows your top career interest areas. There are 6 total interest areas, each with
its own set of typical work tasks, roles, and values. Some of these interest areas will appeal to
you, while others will be less attractive. Choosing a career which is a good match for your
interest profile ensures that you enjoy your daily work and get satisfaction out of your
accomplishments.
The Six Interest Areas

Each of the six interest areas describes a cluster of related work tasks and activities. People
who are drawn to each of these interest areas tend to have certain characteristics, preferences,
and personality traits in common.
Building
Building jobs involve the use of tools, machines, or physical skill. Builders like working with their
hands and bodies, working with plants and animals, and working outdoors.
Thinking
Thinking jobs involve theory, research, and intellectual inquiry. Thinkers like working with ideas and
concepts, and enjoy science, technology, and academia.
Creating
Creating jobs involve art, design, language, and self-expression. Creators like working in
unstructured environments and producing something unique.
Helping
Helping jobs involve assisting, teaching, coaching, and serving other people. Helpers like working in
cooperative environments to improve the lives of others.
Persuading
Persuading jobs involve leading, motivating, and influencing others. Persuaders like working in
positions of power to make decisions and carry out projects.
Organizing
Organizing jobs involve managing data, information, and processes. Organizers like to work in
structured environments to complete tasks with precision and accuracy.
Your Top Interests

Your top interest area is Creating, which indicates that your primary drive is to use your creative
talents and express yourself artistically through your work. You have a strong aesthetic sense
and seek work that allows you to connect with experiences that stimulate the senses. You enjoy
art, music, drama, dance, architecture, and literature, and seek work that exposes you to
various art forms and allows you to communicate your own vision among them.
Top Job Tasks
Creating Art
Writing
Interpreting
Designing
Expressing Ideas
Your Core Values
Individuality
Creativity
Originality
Freedom
Flexibility
Key Personality Traits
Independent
Intuitive
Sensitive
Imaginative
Spontaneous
Because you are a Creator, you will seek a career that allows you a great deal of freedom to
express yourself. You want to imagine, envision, experiment, and create. You want to develop
your own unique point of view and see it manifest in your chosen field.
Creators tend to be idealistic, artistic people who are drawn to cultural experiences. They often
have many artistic interests and seek out novel forms of expression, from modern art museums
to experimental dance. They tend to be unconventional and interested in the offbeat and
unusual.
Creators like their work best when they can be free of rules and regulations, and follow their
inspiration to create something original. As a Creator, your primary career goal will be to decide
on the best outlet for your artistic talent and creative expression, and then to create a plan for
channeling your inspiration into a profitable career.
Sample Jobs for Creators
Fashion Designer
Art Director
Graphic Designer
Writer
Musician or Singer
Interior Designer
Landscape Architect
Photographer
Reporter
Career Fields for Creators
Fine Arts
Craft Arts
Performing Arts
Design
Architecture
Writing and Communications
Film and Media
Public Relations
Arts Education
Areas of Study for Creators
Fine Arts
Drama
Music
Dance
Graphic Design
Industrial Design
English
Foreign Language
Creative Writing
Your secondary interest is Helping, indicating that you are interested in serving, caring for, and
inspiring others. You are attuned to the needs of the people around you and gain satisfaction
from attending to those needs. You are driven by values in your work, and want to be involved in
activities that make the world a better place.
To satisfy your interest in Helping, seek out a job that allows you to regularly connect with other
people. You want to work in cooperation with others and feel that you have been of service to
them. You will be most satisfied when you can see the positive impact of your work on others.
Careers to Explore
In this section, we'll show you the top careers that match your interest profile. There are a few
things to keep in mind as you read over these career suggestions:
1. These career titles are just a starting point. The careers listed here are among the most
commonly found in the labor market and are careers that many people will recognize, like
lawyer or physician. However, many people have jobs that don't exactly fit any of the
descriptions listed here. You might end up with a job that combines several of these typical
roles. You might have a job that's specific to one company or industry. Or you might invent a
new career altogether! In short, do not limit your imagination to the jobs listed here. These are a
representative sample of jobs that fit your personality, but they do not cover every possibility or
opportunity that you will come across in your career path.
2. Your individuality is key. The careers in this section are listed generally by how well they fit
your interest profile. However, you should not assume that the first career on the list is the best
career for you, that the second career listed is the second-best, and so on. You may find careers
that spark your interest anywhere on this list. You may also see several careers that do not
interest you at all. This is normal and does not mean that your results are not accurate!
Everyone is unique, and even someone with an identical interest profile to yours will have
different inclinations, passions, and preferences. So while this assessment can point you in the
right general direction and give you some good ideas to get started, the ultimate choice of your
best career will be up to you.
3. Ultimately, the choice is yours. Because no assessment can tell you exactly which career
will be perfect for you, the best way to think of this list is as a starting point for your career
research. You can use this list to get ideas of careers that may suit you, but you'll still need to
read more about each career that interests you, do real-world research (like interviewing or
shadowing people in the field), and evaluate each career according to your own personal
criteria. We'll discuss this in more detail later in your report, but for now, just read over this list
with an open mind. See if any career ideas stand out as particularly interesting, and which seem
worthy of further inspection.
With that in mind, let's look at some careers!
Your Top Career Matches

This list includes the careers that best match your interest profile. For more information about
any career, click the Read More link on the bottom right of the career listing. This will open a
new window with a full description of that career.
Special Education Teacher

CREATING, HELPING
Average Earnings: $50,723
Projected Growth: 17%
Special education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, mental,
emotional, and physical disabilities. They adapt general education lessons and teach various
subjects, such as reading, writing, and math, to students with mild and moderate disabilities. They
also teach basic skills, such as literacy and communication techniques, to students with severe
disabilities.
Special education teachers typically do the following:
Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans
Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students
Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student
Plan, organize, and assign activities that are specific to each student’s abilities
Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one
Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress
Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals
Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators
Supervise and mentor teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities
Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation
Read more >>
High School Teacher

CREATING, HELPING, PERSUADING
High school teachers help prepare students for life after graduation. They teach academic lessons
and various skills that students will need to attend college and to enter the job market.
High school teachers typically do the following:
Plan lessons in the subjects they teach, such as biology or history

Assess students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
Teach students as an entire class or in small groups
Grade students’ assignments to monitor progress
Communicate with parents about students’ progress
Work with individual students to challenge them, to improve their abilities, and to work on their
weaknesses
Prepare students for standardized tests required by the state
Develop and enforce classroom rules
Supervise students outside of the classroom—for example, at lunchtime or during detention
Read more >>
Teacher, Adult Literacy or Remedial Education

Adult literacy and high school equivalency diploma teachers instruct adults in basic skills, such as
reading, writing, and speaking English. They also help students earn their high school diploma.
Adult literacy and high school equivalency diploma teachers typically do the following:
Evaluate students’ strengths and weaknesses

Plan and teach lessons to help students gain the knowledge and skills needed to meet their goals,
such as learning English or earning their high school diploma
Emphasize skills that will help students find jobs, such as learning English words and common
phrases used in the workplace
Work with students individually to challenge them and overcome their weaknesses
Assess students for possible learning disabilities
Monitor students’ progress toward their goals
Help students develop study skills
Connect students to other resources in their community, such as mental health services or job
placement services
Read more >>
Interpreter or Translator
CREATING, HELPING
Interpreters and translators convert information from one language to another. Interpreters work in
spoken or sign language, translators in written language.
Interpreters and translators typically do the following:
Convert concepts in the source language to equivalent concepts in the target language
Compile information, such as technical terms used in legal settings, into glossaries and terminology
databases to be used in translations
Speak, read, and write fluently in at least two languages, including English and one or more others
Relay the style and tone of the original language
Manage work schedules to meet deadlines
Render spoken messages accurately, quickly, and clearly
Read more >>
Recreational Therapist
CREATING, HELPING
Recreational therapists plan, direct, and coordinate recreation-based treatment programs for people
with disabilities, injuries, or illnesses. Recreational therapists use a variety of modalities, including
arts and crafts, drama, music, dance, sports, games, and community reintegration field trips to help
maintain or improve a patient’s physical, social, and emotional well-being.
Recreational therapists typically do the following:
Assess patients' needs through observations, medical records, tests, and talking with other
healthcare professionals, patients’ families, and patients
Create treatment plans and programs that meet patients’ needs and interests
Plan and implement interventions to prevent harm to a patient
Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as games and field trips
Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent
Teach patients about ways to cope with anxiety or depression
Record and analyze a patient’s progress
Evaluate interventions for effectiveness
Read more >>
Barber, Hairdresser, or Cosmetologist

Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists provide hair styling and beauty services.
Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists typically do the following:
Inspect hair, face, and scalp, to recommend treatment

Discuss hair-style options
Wash, color, and condition hair
Cut, dry, and style hair
Receive payments from clients
Clean and sanitize all tools and work areas
Read more >>
Preschool Teacher
CREATING, HELPING
Preschool teachers educate and care for children, usually ages 3 to 5, who have not yet entered
kindergarten. They teach reading, writing, science, and other subjects in a way that young children
can understand.
Preschool teachers typically do the following:
Prepare children for kindergarten by introducing concepts they will explore further in kindergarten
and elementary school
Work with children in groups or one on one, depending on the needs of children and the subject
matter
Plan and carry out a curriculum that targets different areas of child development, such as language,
motor, and social skills
Organize activities so children can learn about the world, explore interests, and develop talents
Develop schedules and routines to ensure children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime
Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring problems to the
attention of parents
Keep records of the students’ progress, routines, and interests, and keep parents informed about
their child’s development
Read more >>
Child Care Worker

CREATING, HELPING

Childcare workers care for children when parents and other family members are unavailable. They
care for children’s basic needs, such as bathing and feeding. In addition, some help children prepare
for kindergarten or help older children with homework.
Childcare workers typically do the following:
Supervise and monitor the safety of children in their care

Prepare meals and organize mealtimes and snacks for children
Help children keep good hygiene
Change the diapers of infants and toddlers
Organize activities so that children can learn about the world and explore interests
Develop schedules and routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest, and
playtime
Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring the problems to the
attention of parents
Keep records of children’s progress, routines, and interest
Read more >>
Art Director
CREATING, PERSUADING
Art directors are responsible for the visual style and images in magazines, newspapers, product
packaging, and movie and television productions. They create the overall design of a project and
direct others who develop artwork and layouts.
Art directors typically do the following:
Determine how best to represent a concept visually

Determine which photographs, art, or other design elements to use
Develop the overall look or style of a publication, an advertising campaign, or a theater, television, or
film set
Supervise design staff
Review and approve designs, artwork, photography, and graphics developed by staff members
Talk to clients to develop an artistic approach and style
Coordinate activities with other artistic or creative departments
Develop detailed budgets and timelines
Present designs to clients for approval
Read more >>
Multimedia Artist or Animator

CREATING
Multimedia artists and animators create animation and visual effects for television, movies, video
games, and other forms of media.
Multimedia artists and animators typically do the following:
Create graphics and animation using computer programs and illustrations

Work with a team of animators and artists to create a movie, game, or visual effect
Research upcoming projects to help create realistic designs or animations
Develop storyboards that map out key scenes in animations
Edit animations and effects on the basis of feedback from directors, other animators, game
designers, or clients
Meet with clients, other animators, games designers, directors, and other staff (which may include
actors) to review deadlines and development timelines
Read more >>
Writer or Author
CREATING
Writers and authors develop original written content for advertisements, books, magazines, movie
and television scripts, songs, and online publications.
Writers and authors typically do the following:
Choose subject matter that interests readers

Write fiction or nonfiction through scripts, novels, and biographies
Conduct research to obtain factual information and authentic detail
Write advertising copy for use by newspapers, magazines, broadcasts, and the Internet
Present drafts to editors and clients for feedback
Work with editors and clients to shape the material so it can be published
Read more >>
Editor
Editors plan, review, and revise content for publication.
Editors typically do the following:
Read content and correct for errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar
Rewrite copy to make it easier for people to understand
Verify facts, using standard reference sources
Evaluate submissions from writers to decide what to publish
Work with writers to help their ideas and stories succeed
Plan the content of publications according to the publication's style and editorial policy
Develop story and content ideas while being mindful of the audience
Allocate space for the text, photos, and illustrations that make up a story
Approve final versions submitted by staff
Read more >>
Interior Designer
Interior designers make interior spaces functional, safe, and beautiful by determining space
requirements and selecting decorative items, such as colors, lighting, and materials. They read
blueprints and must be aware of building codes and inspection regulations.
Interior designers typically do the following:
Search for and bid on new projects

Determine the client’s goals and requirements of the project
Consider how the space will be used and how people will move through the space
Sketch preliminary design plans, including electrical layouts
Specify materials and furnishings, such as lighting, furniture, wall finishes, flooring, and plumbing
fixtures
Prepare final plans, using computer applications
Create a timeline for the interior design project and estimate project costs
Place orders for materials and oversee installing the design elements
Visit after the project to ensure that the client is satisfied
Read more >>
Musician or Singer

Musicians and singers play instruments or sing for live audiences and in recording studios.
Musicians and singers typically do the following:
Perform music for live audiences and recordings

Audition for positions in orchestras, choruses, bands, and other types of music groups
Practice playing instruments or singing to improve their technique
Rehearse to prepare for performances
Find locations for performances or concerts
Travel, sometimes great distances, to performance venues
Promote their careers by maintaining a website or social media presence or doing photo shoots and
interviews
Read more >>
Graphic Designer
Graphic designers create visual concepts, by hand or using computer software, to communicate
ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production
design for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports.
Graphic designers typically do the following:
Meet with clients or the art director to determine the scope of a project
Advise clients on strategies to reach a particular audience
Determine the message the design should portray
Create images that identify a product or convey a message
Develop graphics and visual or audio images for product illustrations, logos, and websites
Create designs either by hand or using computer software packages
Select colors, images, text style, and layout
Present the design to clients or the art director
Incorporate changes recommended by the clients into the final design
Review designs for errors before printing or publishing them
Read more >>
Actor

Actors express ideas and portray characters in theater, film, television, and other performing arts
media. They also work at theme parks or other live events. They interpret a writer’s script to entertain
or inform an audience.
Actors typically do the following:
Read scripts and meet with agents and other professionals before accepting a role
Audition in front of directors and producers
Research their character’s personal traits and circumstances to better portray them to an audience
Memorize and rehearse their lines with other actors
Discuss their role with the director and other actors to improve the overall performance of the show
Perform the role, following the director's directions
Read more >>
Announcer
Projected Growth: -4%
Announcers present music, news, and sports and may provide commentary or interview guests
about these topics or other important events. Some act as masters of ceremonies (emcees) or disc
jockeys (DJs) at weddings, parties, or clubs.
Radio and television announcers typically do the following:
Present music, news, sports, the weather, the time, and commercials
Interview guests and moderate panels or discussions on their shows
Announce station programming information, such as program schedules and station breaks for
commercials, or public-service information
Research topics for comment and discussion during shows
Read prepared scripts on radio or television shows
Comment on important news stories
Provide commentary for the audience during sporting events, at parades, and on other occasions
Select program content
Make promotional appearances at public or private events
Read more >>
School or Career Counselor

HELPING

School counselors help students develop social skills and succeed in school. Career counselors
assist people with the process of making career decisions, by helping them choose a career or
educational program.
School counselors typically do the following:
Help students understand and overcome social or behavioral problems through individual and group
counseling
Provide individual and small group counseling based on student needs
Work with students to develop skills, such as organization, time management, and effective study
habits
Help students set realistic academic and career goals and develop a plan to achieve them
Evaluate students’ abilities and interests through aptitude assessments, interviews, and individual
planning
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to help students succeed
Deliver classroom guidance lessons on topics, such as bullying, drug abuse, and planning for
college or careers after graduation
Identify and report possible cases of neglect or abuse
Refer students and parents to resources outside the school for additional support
Read more >>
Health Educator or Community Health Worker

HELPING, PERSUADING
Health educators teach people about behaviors that promote wellness. They develop and implement
strategies to improve the health of individuals and communities. Community health workers collect
data and discuss health concerns with members of specific populations or communities.
Health educators typically do the following:
Assess the needs of the people and communities they serve

Develop programs and events to teach people about health topics
Teach people how to cope with or manage existing health conditions
Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and educational materials
Help people find health services or information
Provide training programs for other health professionals or community health workers
Supervise staff who implement health education programs
Collect and analyze data to learn about their audience and improve programs and services
Advocate for improved health resources and policies that promote health
Read more >>
Mental Health Counselor or Marriage and Family Therapist

HELPING
Mental health counselors and marriage and family therapists help people manage and overcome
mental and emotional disorders and problems with their family and relationships. They listen to
clients and ask questions, to help the clients understand their problems and develop strategies to
improve their lives.
Mental health counselors and marriage and family therapists typically do the following:
Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, such as anxiety and depression
Encourage clients to discuss their emotions and experiences
Help clients process their reactions and adjust to changes in their life, such as divorce and layoffs
Guide clients through the process of making decisions about their future
Help clients develop strategies and skills to change their behavior and to cope with difficult situations
Coordinate treatment with other professionals, such as psychiatrists and social workers
Refer clients to other resources or services in the community, such as support groups or inpatient
treatment facilities
Read more >>
Recreation Worker
HELPING, PERSUADING
Recreation workers design and lead leisure activities for groups in volunteer agencies or recreation
facilities, such as playgrounds, parks, camps, aquatic centers, and senior centers. They may lead
activities such as arts and crafts, sports, adventure programs, music, and camping.
Recreation workers typically do the following:
Plan, organize, and lead activities for groups or recreation centers

Explain the rules of the activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels
Enforce safety rules to prevent injury
Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups, such as seniors
Administer basic first aid if needed
Organize and set up the equipment that is used in recreational activities
Teach activity participants about the local environment, such as area wildlife
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Bartender
HELPING, PERSUADING
Bartenders mix drinks and serve them directly to customers or through wait staff.
Bartenders typically do the following:
Greet customers, give them menus, and inform them about daily specials
Take drink orders from customers
Pour wine and serve draft and bottled beer and other drinks and beverages
Mix drinks according to recipes
Check identification of customers, to ensure that they are of legal drinking age
Clean bars, tables, and work areas
Operate cash registers, collect payments from customers, and return change
Manage bar operation and order and maintain liquor and bar supplies
Read more >>
Air Traffic Controller

PERSUADING, ORGANIZING
Air traffic controllers coordinate the movement of air traffic to ensure that aircraft stay safe distances
apart.
Air traffic controllers typically do the following:
Coordinate the arrival and departure of airplanes

Issue landing and takeoff instructions to pilots
Monitor and direct the movement of aircraft, using radar equipment
Authorize flight path changes
Provide weather updates to pilots
Alert airport response staff in the event of an aircraft emergency
Read more >>
Financial Manager
Financial managers are responsible for the financial health of an organization. They produce
financial reports, direct investment activities, and develop strategies and plans for the long-term
financial goals of their organization.
Financial managers typically do the following:
Prepare financial statements, business activity reports, and forecasts

Monitor financial details to ensure that legal requirements are met
Supervise employees who do financial reporting and budgeting
Review company financial reports and seek ways to reduce costs
Analyze market trends to find opportunities for expansion or for acquiring other companies
Help management make financial decisions
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Sales Manager
PERSUADING
Sales managers direct sales teams of organizations. They set sales goals, analyze data, and
develop training programs for the sales representatives of the organization.
Sales managers typically do the following:
Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service

Prepare budgets and approve expenditures
Monitor customer preferences to determine the focus of sales efforts
Analyze sales statistics
Project sales and determine the profitability of products and services
Determine discount rates or special pricing plans
Develop plans to acquire new customers or clients, through direct sales techniques, cold calling, and
business-to-business marketing visits
Assign sales territories and set sales quotas
Plan and coordinate training programs for sales staff
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Top Executive
PERSUADING
Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They
plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities of companies and organizations.
Top executives typically do the following:
Establish and carry out departmental or organizational goals, policies, and procedures
Direct and oversee an organization’s financial and budgetary activities
Manage general activities related to making products and providing services
Consult with other executives, staff, and board members about general operations
Negotiate or approve contracts and agreements
Appoint department heads and managers
Analyze financial statements, sales reports, and other performance indicators
Identify places to cut costs and to improve performance, policies, and programs
Read more >>
Personal Financial Advisor

HELPING, PERSUADING, ORGANIZING
Personal financial advisors give financial advice to people. They help with investments, taxes, and
insurance decisions.
Personal financial advisors typically do the following:
Meet with clients in person to discuss their financial goals

Explain the types of financial services they provide to potential clients
Educate clients and answer questions about investment options and potential risks
Recommend investments to clients or select investments on their behalf
Help clients plan for specific circumstances, such as education expenses or retirement
Monitor clients’ accounts and determine if changes are needed to improve account performance or
to accommodate life changes, such as getting married or having children
Research investment opportunities
Read more >>
Public Relations Manager

Public relations managers plan and direct the creation of material that will maintain or enhance the
public image of their employer or client. Fundraising managers coordinate campaigns that bring in
donations for their organization.
Public relations managers typically do the following:
Write press releases and prepare information for the media

Identify main client groups and audiences and determine the best way to reach them
Designate an appropriate spokesperson or information source for media inquiries
Help clients communicate effectively with the public
Develop their organization's or client’s corporate image and identity
Assist and inform an organization’s executives and spokespeople
Devise advertising and promotion programs
Assign, supervise, and review the activities of staff
Read more >>
Postsecondary Education Administrator

HELPING, PERSUADING
Postsecondary education administrators oversee student services, academics, and faculty research
at colleges and universities. Their job duties vary depending on the area of the college they manage,
such as admissions, student life, or the office of the registrar.
Postsecondary education administrators who work in admissions decide whether potential students
should be admitted to the school. They typically do the following:
Determine how many students to admit to fill the available spaces

Prepare promotional materials about the school
Meet with prospective students and encourage them to apply
Review applications to determine if each potential student should be admitted
Analyze data about applicants and admitted students
Postsecondary education administrators who work in the registrar’s office maintain student and
course records. They typically do the following:
Schedule and register students for classes
Schedule space and times for classes
Ensure that students meet graduation requirements
Plan commencement ceremonies
Prepare transcripts and diplomas for students
Produce data about students and classes
Maintain the academic records of the institution
Postsecondary education administrators who work in student affairs are responsible for a variety of
co-curricular school functions, such as student athletics and activities. They typically do the
following:
Advise students on topics such as housing issues, personal problems, or academics
Communicate with parents and families
Create, support, and assess nonacademic programs for students
Schedule programs and services, such as athletic events or recreational activities
Read more >>
Industrial Production Manager

Industrial production managers oversee the daily operations of manufacturing and related plants.
They coordinate, plan, and direct the activities used to create a wide range of goods, such as cars,
computer equipment, or paper products.Industrial production managers oversee the daily operations
of manufacturing and related plants. They coordinate, plan, and direct the activities used to create a
wide range of goods, such as cars, computer equipment, or paper products.
Industrial production managers typically do the following:
Decide how best to use a plant’s workers and equipment to meet production goals
Ensure that production stays on schedule and within budget
Hire, train, and evaluate workers
Analyze production data
Write production reports
Monitor a plant’s workers to ensure they meet performance and safety requirements
Create ways to make the production process more efficient
Determine whether new machines are needed or whether overtime work is necessary
Fix any production problems
Read more >>
Medical or Health Services Manager


Medical and health services managers, also called healthcare executives or healthcare
administrators, plan, direct, and coordinate medical and health services. They might manage an
entire facility or specialize in managing a specific clinical area or department, or manage a medical
practice for a group of physicians. Medical and health services managers must be able to adapt to
changes in healthcare laws, regulations, and technology.
Medical and health services managers typically do the following:
Work to improve efficiency and quality in delivering healthcare services

Keep up to date on new laws and regulations so that the facility in which they work complies with
them
Supervise assistant administrators in facilities that are large enough to need them
Manage the finances of the facility, such as patient fees and billing
Create work schedules
Represent the facility at investor meetings or on governing boards
Keep and organize records of the facility’s services, such as the number of inpatient beds used
Communicate with members of the medical staff and department heads
Read more >>
Advertising and Promotions Manager

Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers plan programs to generate interest in a product or
service. They work with art directors, sales agents, and financial staff members.
Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers typically do the following:
Work with department heads or staff to discuss topics such as contracts, selection of advertising
media, or products to be advertised
Gather and organize information to plan advertising campaigns
Plan the advertising, including which media to advertise in, such as radio, television, print, online,
and billboards
Negotiate advertising contracts
Inspect layouts, which are sketches or plans for an advertisement
Initiate market research studies and analyze their findings
Develop pricing strategies for products to be marketed, balancing the goals of a firm with customer
satisfaction
Meet with clients to provide marketing or technical advice
Direct the hiring of advertising, promotions, and marketing staff and oversee their daily activities
Read more >>
Human Resources Manager
HELPING, PERSUADING
Human resources managers plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative functions of an
organization. They oversee the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff; consult with top
executives on strategic planning; and serve as a link between an organization’s management and its
employees.
Human resources managers typically do the following:
Plan and coordinate an organization’s workforce to best use employees’ talents

Link an organization’s management with its employees
Administer employee services
Advise managers on organizational policies, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual
harassment
Coordinate and supervise the work of specialists and support staff
Oversee an organization’s recruitment, interview, selection, and hiring processes
Handle staffing issues, such as mediating disputes and directing disciplinary procedures
Read more >>
Administrative Services Manager

Administrative services managers plan, direct, and coordinate supportive services of an

organization. Their specific responsibilities vary by the type of organization and may include keeping
records, distributing mail, and planning and maintaining facilities.
Administrative services managers typically do the following:
Buy, store, and distribute supplies

Supervise clerical and administrative personnel
Recommend changes to policies or procedures to improve operations, such as changing what
supplies the organization keeps and improving how the organization handles records
Plan budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies
Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well maintained
Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical
systems
Ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards and comply with
government regulations
Read more >>
Training or Development Specialist

HELPING, PERSUADING
Training and development specialists help plan, conduct, and administer programs that train
employees and improve their skills and knowledge.
Training and development specialists typically do the following:
Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, or consultations with managers
or instructors
Design and create training manuals, online learning modules, and course materials
Review training materials from a variety of vendors and choose appropriate materials
Deliver training to employees using a variety of instructional techniques
Monitor and evaluate training programs to ensure they are current and effective
Select and assign instructors or vendors to conduct training
Perform administrative tasks such as monitoring costs, scheduling classes, setting up systems and
equipment, and coordinating enrollment
Read more >>
Producer or Director
Producers and directors create motion pictures, television shows, live theater, and other performing
arts productions. They interpret a writer’s script to entertain or inform an audience.
Producers and directors typically do the following:
Select scripts
Audition and select cast members and the film or stage crew
Approve the design and financial aspects of a production
Oversee the production process, including performances, lighting, and choreography
Oversee the post-production process, including editing, special effects, music selection, and a
performance’s overall tone
Ensure that a project stays on schedule and within budget
Approve new developments in the production
Read more >>
Purchasing Managers, Buyers, and Purchasing Agents

Purchasing managers, buyers, and purchasing agents buy products for organizations to use or
resell. They evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and review product quality.
Purchasing managers, buyers, and purchasing agents typically do the following:
Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed

Interview vendors and visit suppliers' plants and distribution centers to examine and learn about
products, services, and prices
Attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences to learn about new industry trends and make
contacts with suppliers
Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other information to determine reasonable prices
Negotiate contracts on behalf of their organization
Work out policies with suppliers, such as when products will be delivered
Meet with staff and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine
corrective action
Evaluate and monitor contracts to be sure that vendors and supplies comply with the terms and
conditions of the contract and to determine need for changes
Maintain and review records of items bought, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories
Read more >>
Sales Representative, Wholesale and Manufacturing

Wholesale and manufacturing sales representatives sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers to
businesses, government agencies, and other organizations. They contact customers, explain
product features, answer any questions that their customers may have, and negotiate prices.
Wholesale and manufacturing sales representatives typically do the following:

Identify prospective customers by using business directories, follow leads from existing clients, and
attend trade shows and conferences
Contact new and existing customers to discuss their needs and to explain how specific products and
services can meet these needs
Help customers select products based on the customers' needs, product specifications, and
regulations
Emphasize product features based on analyses of customers' needs and on technical knowledge of
product capabilities and limitations
Answer customers' questions about prices, availability, and product uses
Negotiate prices and terms of sale and service agreements
Prepare sales contracts and submit orders for processing
Collaborate with colleagues to exchange information, such as selling strategies and marketing
information
Follow up with customers to make sure they are satisfied with their purchases and to answer any
questions or concerns
Read more >>
Funeral Service Occupations

Funeral service workers organize and manage the details of a funeral.
Funeral service workers typically do the following:
Provide emotional support to the bereaved

Arrange for removal of the deceased’s body
Prepare the remains (body)
File death certificate and other legal documents
Train junior staff
Read more >>
Public Relations Specialist

Public relations specialists create and maintain a favorable public image for the organization they
represent. They design media releases to shape public perception of their organization and to
increase awareness of its work and goals.
Public relations specialists typically do the following:
Write press releases and prepare information for the media

Respond to information requests from the media
Help clients communicate effectively with the public
Help maintain their organization's corporate image and identity
Draft speeches and arrange interviews for an organization’s top executives
Evaluate advertising and promotion programs to determine whether they are compatible with their
organization’s public relations efforts
Read more >>
Real Estate Broker or Sales Agent

Real estate brokers and sales agents help clients buy, sell, and rent properties. Although brokers
and agents do similar work, brokers are licensed to manage their own real estate businesses. Sales
agents must work with a real estate broker.
Real estate brokers and sales agents typically do the following:
Solicit potential clients to buy, sell, and rent properties

Advise clients on prices, mortgages, market conditions, and other related information
Compare properties to determine a competitive market price
Generate lists of properties for sale, including details such as location and features
Promote properties through advertisements, open houses, and listing services
Take prospective buyers or renters to see properties
Present purchase offers to sellers for consideration
Mediate negotiations between the buyer and seller
Ensure all terms of purchase contracts are met
Prepare documents, such as loyalty contracts, purchase agreements, and deeds
Read more >>
Property, Real Estate, or Community Association Manager

Property, real estate, and community association managers take care of the many aspects of
residential, commercial, or industrial properties. They make sure the property looks nice, operates
smoothly, and preserves its resale value.
Property, real estate, and community association managers typically do the following:
Meet with prospective renters and show them properties

Discuss the lease and explain the terms of occupancy or ownership
Collect monthly fees from tenants or individual owners
Inspect all building facilities, including the grounds and equipment
Arrange for new equipment or repairs as needed
Pay bills or delegate bill payment for such expenditures as taxes, insurance, payroll, and
maintenance
Contract for trash removal, swimming pool maintenance, landscaping, security, and other services
Investigate and settle complaints, disturbances, and violations
Keep records of rental activity and owner requests
Prepare budgets and financial reports
Avoid discrimination when renting or advertising by knowing and complying with relevant laws, such
as the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Federal Fair Housing Amendment Act, and local fair
housing laws
Read more >>
Lodging Manager
Lodging managers ensure that guests on vacation or business travel have a pleasant experience at
a hotel, motel, or other types of establishment with accommodations. They also ensure that the
establishment is run efficiently and profitably.
Lodging managers typically do the following:
Inspect guest rooms, public areas, and grounds for cleanliness and appearance
Greet and register guests
Ensure that company standards for guest services, décor, and housekeeping are met
Answer questions from guests about hotel policies and services
Keep track of how much money the hotel or lodging facility is making
Interview, hire, train, and sometimes fire staff members
Monitor staff performance to ensure that guests are happy and that the hotel is well run
Coordinate office activities of hotels or motels and resolve problems
Set room rates and budgets, approve expenditures, and allocate funds to various departments
Read more >>
Insurance Sales Agent
Insurance sales agents help insurance companies generate new business by contacting potential
customers and selling one or more types of insurance. Insurance sales agents explain various
insurance policies and help clients choose plans that suit them.
Insurance sales agents typically do the following:
Call potential clients to expand their customer base

Interview prospective clients to get data about their financial resources and discuss existing
coverage
Explain the features of various policies
Analyze clients’ current insurance policies and suggest additions or changes
Customize insurance programs to suit individual clients
Handle policy renewals
Maintain electronic and paper records
Help policyholders settle claims
Read more >>
Meeting or Convention Planner

Meeting, convention, and event planners coordinate all aspects of professional meetings and events.
They choose meeting locations, arrange transportation, and coordinate other details.
Meeting, convention, and event planners typically do the following:
Meet with clients to understand the purpose of the meeting or event

Plan the scope of the event, including time, location, and cost
Solicit bids from venues and service providers (for example, florists or photographers)
Inspect venues to ensure that they meet the client's requirements
Coordinate event services such as rooms, transportation, and food service
Monitor event activities to ensure the client and event attendees are satisfied
Review event bills and approve payment
Read more >>
Advertising Sales Agent
CREATING, PERSUADING, ORGANIZING
Advertising sales agents sell advertising space to businesses and individuals. They contact potential
clients, make sales presentations, and maintain client accounts.
Advertising sales agents typically do the following:
Locate and contact potential clients to offer advertising services

Explain to clients how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the
most effective way possible
Provide clients with estimates of the costs of advertising products or services
Process all correspondence and paperwork related to accounts
Prepare and deliver sales presentations to new and existing clients
Inform clients of available options for advertising art, formats, or features and provide samples
Deliver advertising or illustration proofs to clients for approval
Prepare promotional plans, sales literature, media kits, and sales contracts
Recommend appropriate sizes and formats for advertising
Read more >>
Private Detective or Investigator

Private detectives and investigators find facts and analyze information about legal, financial, and
personal matters.
Private detectives and investigators typically do the following:
Interview people to gather information

Search records to uncover clues
Conduct surveillance
Collect evidence to present in court
Verify employment, income, and other facts about a person
Investigate computer crimes and information theft
Read more >>
Flight Attendant
Flight attendants provide personal services to ensure the safety and comfort of airline passengers.
Flight attendants typically do the following:
Attend preflight briefings on details of the flight

Ensure that adequate supplies of refreshments and emergency equipment are on board
Demonstrate the use of emergency equipment
Ensure that all passengers fasten their seatbelts
Serve, and sometimes sell, beverages, meals, or snacks
Take care of passengers’ needs
Assist passengers with special needs
Reassure passengers during flight, such as when the aircraft hits turbulence
Administer first aid to passengers, when needed
Direct passengers in case of emergency
Read more >>
Travel Agent
Travel agents sell transportation, lodging, and admission to entertainment activities to individuals and
groups planning trips. They offer advice on destinations, plan trip itineraries, and make travel
arrangements for clients.
Travel agents typically do the following:
Arrange travel for business and vacation customers

Determine customers’ needs and preferences, such as schedules and costs
Plan and arrange tour packages, excursions, and day trips
Find fare and schedule information
Calculate total travel costs
Book reservations for travel, hotels, rental cars, and special events, such as tours and excursions
Tell clients about what their trip will be like, including giving details on required documents, such as
passports or visas
Give advice about local weather conditions, customs, and attractions
Make alternative booking arrangements if changes arise before or during the trip
Read more >>
Customer Service Representative
Customer service representatives handle customer complaints, process orders, and provide
information about an organization’s products and services.
Customer service representatives typically do the following:
Listen and respond to customers’ needs and concerns

Provide information about products and services
Take orders, determine charges, and oversee billing or payments
Review or make changes to customer accounts
Handle returns or complaints
Record details of customer contacts and actions taken
Research answers or solutions as needed
Refer customers to supervisors, managers, or others who can help
Read more >>
Retail Sales Worker

Retail sales workers include both those who sell retail merchandise, such as clothing, furniture, and
automobiles, (called retail salespersons) and those who sell spare and replacement parts and
equipment, especially car parts (called parts salespersons). Both types of workers help customers
find the products they want and process customers’ payments.
Retail sales workers typically do the following:
Greet customers and determine what each customer wants or needs

Recommend merchandise based on customers’ wants and needs
Explain the use and benefit of merchandise to customers
Answer customers’ questions
Show how merchandise works, if applicable
Add up customers’ total purchases and accept payment
Know about current sales and promotions, policies about payments and exchanges, and security
practices
Read more >>
Choosing the Right Career
Now that you’ve reviewed some possible careers, you may be wondering where to go next.
Perhaps your list of suggested careers seems overwhelming and confusing. Perhaps you saw
some career ideas that sounded interesting, but you’re not sure how to proceed, or how to
decide which is really best for you. This section is designed to give you a roadmap that you can
use to navigate forward as you explore your career possibilities.
As you continue in your career search, it will be crucial that you have a system for evaluating
your opportunities. You need a well-defined approach to looking at various careers and deciding
whether they are worth further exploration. You’ve already taken the first step by assessing your
interests, but now the task is to take that self-knowledge and translate it into a game plan for
exploring your career options.
The first step is to clearly understand your criteria for the career path you seek. You don’t need
to know exactly which career is right for you, but you do need to know what you are looking for.
You must understand the factors which are more important to your happiness and satisfaction in
a career. Equally, you must understand the aspects of a career that you want to avoid, so that
you don’t end up in a job that frequently requires you to do things that are not a good fit.
This section will suggest some criteria that you may want to use as part of your career
exploration process. These are based on your interest profile, but you will probably find that
some of the suggested criteria seem more relevant to you than others. You may also find that
you want to add to what is given here. Use these suggestions as a starting point to build your
own system of evaluating possible careers.
What Makes Your Ideal Career?

In choosing a career, you want to be mindful of the factors that are most important to you. Many
of these factors will be based on your interests and personality, but some will be unique to you.
This section will provide you with some guidance in the factors that may be important to you in
your career search.
Satisfying your core needs

An ideal career should satisfy your most fundamental motivations to work. Although everyone
wants to feel a sense of purpose, we all differ in how we like to feel that we contribute. To
understand what sort of career will be satisfying, you must understand the factors that create
satisfaction for you.
Below, you will see a list of the factors that are most likely to be important to you in a career.
Generally, if a career has all or most of these factors, you will find the day-to-day work
satisfying. As you explore different careers, you can use this list as a sort of checklist for each
potential career. The more closely a career seems to fit your list of core needs, the more likely
you'll be happy with it in the long term.
Your Core Needs:
Use my creative talents to do something original and unique to me

Express my ideas, feelings and experiences
Experience my senses through art, design, music, drama, or other aesthetic media
Follow my inspiration to create what is authentic to me
See the positive impact of my work on other people’s lives
Help people grow, develop, learn, and thrive
Empathize with others to understand their needs
Use my skills and abilities to make the world a better and more caring place
Doing tasks and activities that suit you

One of the most important aspects of job satisfaction is the extent to which your daily work fits
with your preferred types of activities. Although this may seem obvious, it can be easy to
overlook the mundane day-to-day aspects of a job that sounds exciting in the abstract. Before
you decide a job is right for you, be sure you understand what the everyday tasks of that job
entail, and compare these tasks with your preferred tasks listed below.
Your Preferred Tasks:
Working with forms, colors, patterns, or other visual elements

Working with aesthetic or expressive media like dance, music, or drama
Creating a visually appealing presentation or design
Coming up with an original idea with few or no guidelines to follow
Working on what inspires you at the moment, rather than a predetermined task
Being imaginative, creative, and original
Caring for others’ personal needs
Educating or training people
Counseling people on their personal issues
Looking after vulnerable people, including the sick, very young, or very old
Helping others grow and develop
Being supportive and sympathetic
Avoiding what you don't like

Almost as important as understanding what tasks you enjoy is understanding which tasks and
activites you would prefer to avoid. If some parts of a job are very appealing to you, but other
aspects are boring, irritating, or otherwise unpleasant, it's unlikely you'll be happy in that job
over the long term.
For each career you're considering, take stock of the typical daily activities and make sure that
you will not have to spend significant time on tasks you don't enjoy. Although nobody has a job
that they love all the time, it is important to avoid career paths that require a lot of time spent on
activities that you simply aren't suited to.
Tasks to Avoid:
Working with tools or machines

Working with plants or animals
Repairing or maintaining things, especially mechanical systems
Building, constructing, or crafting things
Being athletic or physical
Making something tangible, practical and useful
Researching scientific principles and theories
Gathering and analyzing data
Developing and testing hypotheses
Using logic and reason to form conclusions
Reading and learning to increase knowledge and understanding
Applying expertise to devise innovative solutions
Asking the important questions

As you explore careers, you will be asking many questions. You are probably already wondering
about common concerns, like how much money you might make, how much education or
training you will need, or how easy it might be to find a job in a particular field.
But it’s also important that you ask questions that are personal to you and your interests. These
questions will help you dial in to the careers that will suit your personality. Here, we suggest
some questions that you may want to ask about each career you are seriously considering.
You might answer these questions by doing research online, in books, magazines, or trade
journals, or by interviewing people in the field. You may find that the answers to some questions
are not a clear “yes” or “no,” and that’s fine. The goal is not to get black-and-white answers to
every question, but to gain a better and more complete understanding of whether a career is a
good fit for you.
Your Key Questions:
Will this career allow me to come up with my own unique and original way of doing
things?
Will this career allow me to be authentic and true to myself on the job?
Does this career take advantage of my creative talents?
Will this career put me in environments which are aesthetically pleasing and stimulating
to the senses?
Does this career allow me to see the positive impact of my work on other people?
Can I show my caring, sensitive side in this career?
Does this career connect with my values and allow me to change the world for the
better?
Will I feel that I’m doing important, meaningful work in this career?
The Next Step

You've just made an excellent start to your career search process by exploring your interests,
talents, preferences, and values. Give yourself a pat on the back!
Although choosing a career isn't an easy process, it can be an incredibly rewarding one when
done right. By doing an objective assessment of who you are and what you are suited to, you've
already gotten off to a huge head start.
You've digested a lot of information, so take a while to sit with it. When you're ready, come back
to your list of careers and pick out the ones that sound most appealing. Click on the "Read
more" link next to each of these careers to learn more about them. Use this as a jumping-off
point to begin your own research.
You have plenty of work ahead of you to find your ideal career, but you should now feel well
prepared to get started. We wish you the best of luck in your search!

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Welcome to your career report!

There's a lot of information here, so take your time and read

So, let's get started!

Your Career Personality Type

You're a Creative Idealist

How you think and solve problems

How you get motivated

How you interact with others

How you contribute to a team

How you manage tasks and projects

Making the Most of Your Personality

Your potential challenges

The Six Interest Areas

Your Top Interests

Top Job Tasks

Your Core Values

Key Personality Traits

Sample Jobs for Creators

Career Fields for Creators

Areas of Study for Creators

With that in mind, let's look at some careers!

Your Top Career Matches

Special Education Teacher

Average Earnings: $50,723

Projected Growth: 17%

Special education teachers typically do the following:

High School Teacher

Average Earnings: $49,140

Projected Growth: 13%

High school teachers typically do the following:

Plan lessons in the subjects they teach, such as biology or history

Teacher, Adult Literacy or Remedial Education

Average Earnings: $44,520

Projected Growth: 15%

Evaluate students’ strengths and weaknesses

Average Earnings: $38,850

Projected Growth: 22%

Average Earnings: $38,370

Projected Growth: 15%

Recreational therapists typically do the following:

Barber, Hairdresser, or Cosmetologist

Average Earnings: $24,333

Projected Growth: 20%

Inspect hair, face, and scalp, to recommend treatment

Average Earnings: $23,870

Projected Growth: 19%

Preschool teachers typically do the following:

Child Care Worker

Average Earnings: $18,240

Projected Growth: 11%

Childcare workers typically do the following:

Supervise and monitor the safety of children in their care

Average Earnings: $76,980

Projected Growth: 12%

Art directors typically do the following:

Determine how best to represent a concept visually

Multimedia Artist or Animator

Projected Growth: 14%

Multimedia artists and animators typically do the following:

Create graphics and animation using computer programs and illustrations

Average Earnings: $53,070

Projected Growth: 15%

Writers and authors typically do the following: