Individuals who consider themselves introverts might approach risks with greater deliberation, exhibit creativity, and excel at solving problems effectively, according to Susan Cain, a best-selling author and among TED’s most captivating presenters. Previously, she has discussed these traits.
told Make It
.
Given these abilities, along with other characteristics linked to their personality type—such as self-reflection and preference for solitude—there are certain professions that may be more suitable for introverted individuals compared to others.
A job seeker resource website called Resume Genius has recently
compiled a list
Of the top positions suitable for introverts, they utilized information from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Glassdoor. According to Resume Genius career expert Nathan Soto, they concentrated “on two criteria”: autonomy, which should ideally be high, and social interaction, which ought to be minimal. The rankings were subsequently organized based on salary.
Here are their first five items
best jobs
For introverts, including their median yearly salary as per BLS data and the sector they work in.
Radiologist
Pay:
$239,200
Industry: Medicine
Natural sciences manager
Pay:
$157,740
Industry: Research
Physicist and astronomer
Pay:
$149,530
Industry: Sciences
Research scientists specializing in computers and information technology
Pay:
$145,080
Industry: Tech
Computer hardware engineer
Pay:
$138,080
Industry: Tech
Each position on this list is ideal for individuals who prioritize working independently.
For many of these positions, particularly those in technology, ‘we’re referring to individuals who frequently work at their computers,’ explains Soto. ‘While they might collaborate with others, such interactions typically won’t involve direct personal contact.’
A significant number of positions featured in Resume Genius’ comprehensive list can be performed entirely from home, such as software development, ranking at No. 6 with a median salary attached.
$130,160 per year
, and actuary, which ranked eighth with a median salary of
$120,000 per year
.
Even for roles that demand physical presence such as being a radiologist, where you’re mainly “analyzing images independently and only occasionally interacting with both patients and physicians,” he explains.
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