INFJ - what job do you do? Are you happy and fulfilled?

I do security, whoo! In the past I've been a clerk at a grocery store, landscaping, stocking/shipping for an adult toy store (as in the lame kind that sell $1,000 porcelain dolls to grandmas, not dildos), chef, and janitorial duties.

I also am also currently going to school. I wish I could be a full time student.
 
scientist (biochemistry) - it is rather fulfilling. I love to put ideas into structure, applying it to the real world and thus contribute to the wellfare of others. I love working in the lab, doing my magic with not to much people around me to deal with.

But there is a big whole. I can't use Fi enough, can't put my soul into it as much as I want to. It is all to sec to me. So I'm trying to fill that gap in my personal time with shiatsu and a bit of art :D
 
(I get free beer)

I make beer. It is a small operation and I work primarily by myself. It is challenging both mentally and physically. I only wish it paid better.
 
what job do you do? Are you happy and fulfilled?

I am currently technically unemployed. I spend my days reading, writing, meditating, listening to music. I am very happy and fulfilled.
 
Internal sales specialising in rubber conveyor. It is fullfulling to the extent that I enjoy the technical aspect to it but very draining having to work with so many people constantly, though my situation has improved since I've moved into my own office *sighs with relief*

(enjoying the technical aspect might sound strange but I have never experienced a technical side to my job before and find it challenging, which I enjoy which then in turn is refreshing. I at first did struggle with the technical side but my abstract way of thinking allows me to be able to do it, but in a different way which has suprised some colleagues, as I sometimes come up with solutions from unexpected angles and can do this quite quickly as I see the bigger picture).

Life does not always allow you to follow your desires or dreams but you make do.....this saying comes to mind: when life gives you lemons make lemonade
 
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what job do you do?
I currently just study. Simplified, I do 3D art for computer games.

Are you happy and fulfilled?
Yea, It's great thus far, and I got lots of Ideas regarding these skill sets that I wish to pursue.
Career wise thus far I believe it's the right choice for me.
 
I am a housewife/student currently, and no it is not very fulfilling. In the past I have worked in the legal field and as a librarian. I have also worked in bars and as a nurse's aide while in school.
 
what job do you do?
I'm a teacher.
Are you happy and fulfilled?

Perfect job for me and I'm happy at the moment, but teaching is not enough for me at all. I'd like to be the R&D manager of my own school - someone else's school is also acceptable. but The R&D manager cannot be changed. Although I'm not gonna quit teaching. In order to be a good R&D manager ,you have to know what's happening in classes. So I'd like to have 2 classes when I'm the manager please ^^.
 
what job do you do?
I am in the middle of my English bachelors degree at the University of Copenhagen. On the side I work for the Friendly Neighbors organisation that helps refugees make networks in their local communities. I also work as a campaign organizer for the Social Democratic Youth of Denmark, and as an activist for the Danish Social Democrats. On the side I am currently doing a start-up improv comedy podcast with a friend.

Are you happy and fulfilled?
Sometimes. I try to do what I feel like, and what I feel is important work. I have an addictive personality, so I try to have as little free time as possible. I'm vehemently trying to quit smoking, but the amount of free time that university gives me is making it very hard. It's when I'm the busiest that I am the most content. Psychiatrists recommend that you relax as much as possible between tasks, but it stresses me out more than it helps me, so I've tried to make it work my own way.
 
I am a manager in a Career counseling service.
I am very happy with this field, I tried it after finding out that I was an INFJ a few years back.

I used to work in HR and hated the lack of ethic in my job, I never really felt good at my job.
I tried career counseling and it immediately worked. After 4 years I got offered a management position.

Unfortunately I have to look for the same job somewhere else now, as the nonprofit that I work for has financial problems. But it was a great experience.
 
I don't want to say too much because of privacy, but it's an office job with angry clients (most of the time, lol). It tires me emotionally, mentally and physically. Lots of phone calls every day and also working in an open-plan office which is not optimal working environment for a very introverted person. There's a chance to work from home but meeting the coworkers is important to a general well-being when working.

I really can't wait to apply to university whenever that becomes a possibility for being able to change careers.
 
flower said:
I don't want to say too much because of privacy, but it's an office job with angry clients (most of the time, lol). It tires me emotionally, mentally and physically. Lots of phone calls every day and also working in an open-plan office which is not optimal working environment for a very introverted person. There's a chance to work from home but meeting the coworkers is important to a general well-being when working.

I really can't wait to apply to university whenever that becomes a possibility for being able to change careers.
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Working to live rather than living to work. Its not fun I know.

You sound like you have a plan though. Take the steps you need to get the skills and try to make your passion your career.

Or at least find a career thats less stressful. Or a less stressful employer...
 
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Working to live rather than living to work. Its not fun I know.

You sound like you have a plan though. Take the steps you need to get the skills and try to make your passion your career.

Or at least find a career thats less stressful. Or a less stressful employer...
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Yup... Not really fun at all. Crushes my soul. ;_;

I've a plan, yes! I'm going to change careers when it's possible. Making now tiny steps towards it. It will take time but it will be worth it. I don't think it's possible to have a job without any amount of stress but definitely not needing it this much, lol.
 
flower said:
Yup... Not really fun at all. Crushes my soul. ;_;

I've a plan, yes! I'm going to change careers when it's possible. Making now tiny steps towards it. It will take time but it will be worth it. I don't think it's possible to have a job without any amount of stress but definitely not needing it this much, lol.
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soul crushing. . that is how I would define my entire career. .I didn't realize the weight of it until I left it for good. While I still have a license, I would never return to what I did. every day was another day of taking in the pain of others. .both those we served, and the team I worked with . .I didn't see how troubling my boss was nutil I left, and the dysfunction of my team that I thought was so incredible I now see as a life sucking thing that tore away at my inner peace. I ended up where I did by chance not choice. .In the end it will work out alright, but I would not do it in the next life ..
 
I'm a full-time mom and freelance visual artist. I am fulfilled now in my 40's, but it has taken me a looong time to get here. I've had some pretty horrible jobs in my time, everything from exotic dancing to cleaning out bed pans. Y'know, jobs that just paid the bills but left you extremely unhappy. For those still in the unhappy places in life, no matter your age, keep moving forward. Don't ever give up. But also, don't wait for life to just give you what you want, you have to be willing to take it for yourself.
 
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but it's an office job with angry clients (most of the time, lol). It tires me emotionally, mentally and physically. Lots of phone calls every day and also working in an open-plan office which is not optimal working environment for a very introverted person.
I really can't wait to apply to university whenever that becomes a possibility for being able to change careers.
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As introverts we can very picky (in a more idealistic way) when it comes to workspace. I just wanted to let you know that even though the unknown seems defined for you, in terms of not being good enough, it can surprise you somehow. I'm telling this as an actual introvert who needs to be de centre of attention as soon as I step in my workspace hahaha
For a while I thought I was wearing one of my fake extroverted suits, however, the adaptation and volatility that it brought to my life made me discover a real potential in what I did. With this, I can surely say how much steping out of my comfort zone that time, made me regret nothing about it :blush:
 
Somnium said:
As introverts we can very picky (in a more idealistic way) when it comes to workspace. I just wanted to let you know that even though the unknown seems defined for you, in terms of not being good enough, it can surprise you somehow. I'm telling this as an actual introvert who needs to be de centre of attention as soon as I step in my workspace hahaha
For a while I thought I was wearing one of my fake extroverted suits, however, the adaptation and volatility that it brought to my life made me discover a real potential in what I did. With this, I can surely say how much steping out of my comfort zone that time, made me regret nothing about it :blush:
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Oh, definitely. I agree with you, stepping out of your comfort zone can help you to grow as a person and to learn more about yourself. We don't develop unless we step out of our comfort zone because we may fear failure and taking risks. It helps with confidence too when learning more about yourself and maybe gather new skills.

Though, too much is too much and it's also healthy to know own limits. : )
 
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