Do What You Are: Discover the Perfect Career for You Through the Secrets of Personality Type

Do What You Are: Discover the Perfect Career for You Through the Secrets of Personality Type

by Paul D. Tieger

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4.4 stars from 1,077 reviews. Top 89% of Self Help books we track.

368 pages~6.1 hr readPublished by Little, BrownPublished 1992-01-01

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  • You're fresh out of university or considering a career change and want a structured way to match your strengths to real jobs.
  • You've been stuck in work that drains you and need permission plus a framework to pivot.
  • You're curious about personality typing (MBTI) and want to apply it specifically to finding fulfilling work.

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  • You're looking for a quick career hack or a single test that will magically solve everything.
  • You already know exactly what you want to do and just need interview tips.
  • You're sceptical of personality typing systems and prefer purely skills-based career advice.

About this book

Do What You Are guides readers through using personality type to identify a suitable career path. The book walks you through determining and verifying your personality type, then explores which occupations align with each type. It includes case studies and outlines work-related strengths and weaknesses for your profile. This fully revised and updated edition contains 30% new material reflecting changes in the modern workplace, including remote and hybrid work arrangements and new technologies. The book offers tailored workbook exercises to customize your job search, advance in your current career, pursue leadership roles, and achieve results efficiently. The guide is designed for Gen Z graduates seeking their first job, millennials and baby boomers considering midlife career changes, and those exploring fulfillment in retirement.

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