But personality is more than just the traits you exhibit; its at the core of who you are.
How Your Personality Impacts Your Career
Your personality colors your outlook and point of view.
That outlook translates into your workplace and career decisions.
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A 2021 study confirmed how powerful personality can be.
Gaining insight into your personality traits is a powerful step toward deepeningself-awareness.
Leveraging your strengths while acknowledging and managing your weaker areas can increase career satisfaction and effectiveness, she states.
That doesnt mean you cast aside decorum and professionalism in the name of being lax and too casual.
Itdoesmean that you take an introspective look at yourself.
What do you like to do?
What are you good at?
What is important to you?
How does your personality cater to those things?
This approach helps you start on the journey, and gives you forward momentum.
It can also help you carve your path and knowwhat you want out of your career.
Actively engage in activities and seek out assignments in areas where your personality shines through.
Let your good work speak for you.
Your passion and abilities can open doors of opportunity.
But we all know thats not always the case.
Your job may not be one that fits your personality.
Be a team player who makes valuable contributions.
Robinson, B.Scientists discover the link between your personality and degree of career success.Forbes.
2021;32(1):64-79.
