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Here's a Quick Way to Figure Out What You Should Do With Your Life, Based on Your Personality

Updated 6/19/2020
Here's a Quick Way to Figure Out What You Should Do With Your Life, Based on Your Personality
It's as easy as figuring out what tasks you actually enjoy doing.

A lot of conversations about work revolve around how much you do or don’t like your current job. There’s a reason why people usually feel one extreme or another—and it has a lot to do with whether your position fits your personality. And folks, we’re talking about more than Type A versus Type B here.

Whether you’re just starting out in the working world or you’re still unsure as to what your ideal career is after years in the same industry, this flowchart will guide you in the right direction. The best part? There are specific job suggestions if you’re still unsure of what you should do.

Infographic courtesy of Truity. Photo of colored pencils courtesy of Shutterstock.

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A UNC-Wilmington grad born and raised in North Carolina, Kaitlyn always knew she would end up in NYC to pursue writing. As a summer editorial intern, she contributes career advice to The Muse. In addition, she also writes for other publications, such as USA TODAY College, Her Campus, and The Huffington Post. You can find her searching the city for the best eats, binge-watching Netflix, or catching up with friends at dinner. Say hi on Twitter @KaitlynRussell_
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