Success at a job that is NOT in alignment with your type?

Nitou · 02-10-2010, 02:12 PM

I am considering applying for a position in retail loss prevention at my workplace within the next few months. (Yes, I work in retail despite being college educated. That's what happens when you don't plan your career effectively.)

The job is action-oriented and would make heavy use of Se, which is one of my weakest faculties. But I think it would be exciting and challenging, and maybe lead to opportunities that are better suited to my strengths of investigating and trouble-shooting. The company seems to have difficulty keeping the position filled, but the guy who would be my partner/trainer is quite good and he loves it.

Is there anybody here who is working at a job utilizing your weaknesses, yet you are successful and liking it?

windex · 02-10-2010, 02:25 PM

I don't think.

**Dear Sigmund** · 02-10-2010, 03:30 PM

It may be a bit stressful, since it doesnt come naturally.. However why not work on your Se?. Action computer games, like some in the arcade will help build that up. Additionally ask the guy who would be your trainer what he thinks you should work on now to prepare for the position.

Nitou · 02-10-2010, 06:07 PM

You think computer games would make me better at catching shoplifters? I'll have to play in the arcade then! It is kind of like real-life player vs. player though if you think about it, that is, rogue vs. rogue with a caster in the office using True Sight (CCTV) to back you up. Heheh. I usually suck at PvP, though that's just because of my slow computer/internet connection/lag. Really. My computer is six years old.

windex · 02-10-2010, 06:18 PM

Dude, you are catching shoplifters here. How hard is that? Your job conists of using the cameras to be a pervert and zoom in on hot chicks and to make 14 year olds cry when you catch them in the act of stealing. And don't act like every security guard isn't a giant pervert. I know for fact that's a lie. You assholes even have cameras in the changing rooms now. Anyone can do your job, anyone. What is there to it? Just be an asshole and act like you are a badass to make up for how much you got picked on as a kid and you should be fine.

Nitou · 02-10-2010, 10:02 PM

LOL. Thanks for the encouragement windex!

It isn't legal to put cameras in dressing rooms. Maybe I am over thinking it, but I am pretty sure there is more to the job than looking down girls' shirts and bullying kids. There is a quota you have to meet, and if you screw up and detain someone illegally there goes your job. I'm not thrilled with the prospect of having to forcibly detain someone. You have to be keenly observant (which I'm not- I don't even notice what people are wearing), patient, and willing to confront a stranger who could potentially get violent. I realize this field attracts a number of overly aggressive, power hungry pervert jerks, but that isn't me or any LP person I know.

As I hinted at above, I have made poor choices and have had great difficulty crafting anything resembling a career. My resume is an embarrassment. I just want something better for my future, and this option looks more appealing than some of the other options before me. I could decide I don't like the idea after all. The point of this thread is that I was hoping to hear from anyone who is happy and successful in a job that would not be expected for their personality type.

**Mercurius** · 02-11-2010, 02:31 AM

This might've been a very short term endeavor but it was okay intensive overall. I've done some tasks for two weeks straight (volunteering) which weren't always my most habitual preferences. I was very eager to learn but at the same time it can be a challenge because you really have to "step up your game" ; basically get out of your comfort zone and just -do- it. It takes some courage and might feel draining or confusing at first unless you can really enjoy it and finish it. It's up to you ... You need to know your own boundaries and capabilities when it comes to straining yourself.

Nitou · 02-11-2010, 02:52 AM

If you don't mind Mercurius, what was it you did?

Litchi · 02-11-2010, 03:42 AM

It may be working at a job utilizing your weaknesses,, u can overcome this situation thats the solution

**Dear Sigmund** · 02-11-2010, 05:45 AM

You think computer games would make me better at catching shoplifters?

Actually yes. It will develop your sight in the sense looking at details, and making you more aware of what is going on around you. With shoplifters you have to be quick.

If you want a computer program which will help with this try brain games on CD or if you want on line stuff try lumosity, it is excellent.