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"Doers" You may enjoy things that are practical, action-oriented, and hands-on.

Motivators

Fixing things

Solving practical problems

Nature

Independence

Tangible results

Mechanical challenges

Dignity

Security

Values

Common sense

Strength

Tradition

Practicality

Reliability

Hard Work

Responsibility

Persistence

Safety

Work environments

Outdoors

Productive

Structured

Physical

Tactical

Possible skills

Building

Operating tools

Repairing

Troubleshooting

Spatial reasoning

Involvement

Landscaping and gardening

Computer networking and repair

Working with machinery

Participating in athletics or physical activities

Hobbies

Outdoor activities

Sports

Going to the gym

DIY projects

Tinkering with mechanics

Things to think about

Picturing your ideal job, how do you see your daily life?

  • Preferences for active work vs desk work
  • Comfort with physical activity
  • Preference for tangible results
  • Tolerance for routine tasks

Career areas to explore

With the realistic theme, you may enjoy careers that involve:

  • Physical activity
  • Working by yourself
  • Working in outdoor settings
  • Using hands or tools to make or repair products

Realistic career fields

Advanced manufacturing
  • Engineering
  • Industrial machinery
  • Production & automation
  • Robotics
  • Safety & quality assurance
Agriculture
  • Agribusiness
  • Agricultural technology & automation
  • Animal systems
  • Food science & processing
  • Plant systems
  • Water systems
Construction
  • Architecture & Civil Engineering
  • Construction Planning & Development
  • Equipment Operation & Maintenance
  • Skilled Trades
Energy & natural resources
  • Clean & alternative energy
  • Conservation & land management
  • Ecological research & development
  • Environmental protection
  • Resource extraction
  • Utilities
Healthcare & human services
  • Behavioral & mental health
  • Biotechnology research & development
  • Health data & administration
  • Community & social services
  • Personal care services
  • Physical health
Supply chain & transportation
  • Air & space transportation
  • Ground & rail transportation
  • Vehicle & transportation equipment maintenance & repair
  • Marine transportation
  • Planning & logistics
  • Purchasing & warehousing