Man-Task interference needs to be
constructive. When you choose a career that you are well adapted to, it becomes
less challenging, and even better, enjoyable to advance. Your psychological
make-up therefore needs to be checked before you decide what kind of professional
make-up you are going to apply.
Different personality types crave
for different things. Extroverts may generally crave for social interactions
while introverts crave for their quite personal space. Choosing a profession
that feeds your internal interests therefore energizes you, while choosing a
career that doesn’t match your inner passions drains you of creative juices,
and that is what leads to stunted professional growth.
The best career is one where
passion meets professionalism. What you are passionate about might be traced to
your personality
Several tests have been developed
to help individuals know their ideal jobs and favorable work environments. My
best has so far been the Carl Jung's and Isabel Briggs Myers' test complete with possible career paths. I encourage you to check it out
