If you happen to be an introvert, you can still take advantage of the guidance provided in this report. You just won’t have to rely on it as frequently. If you’re the shy type, consider applying for the following type of jobs. If you don’t find one right away, don’t give up. They are out there.
1. Animal Care
If you love animals, think about
getting a job working at a veterinarian’s office, animal shelter or even a pet
store. Although the pay is lower than many other employment opportunities, the
majority of the time will be spent working with the animals themselves. Leave
the interaction with humans to your extroverted co-workers.
2. Social Media Manager
At first, this may seem like a
strange choice. Yes, the job requires interacting with people. But, since it’s
all done via the internet, you don’t have to actually be face-to-face with the
people who you’re communicating with. With the ever-growing popularity of
social platforms, there will likely always be a need for this “behind the
scenes” managerial position.
3. Court Reporter
At the time of this writing, the
Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that the median income for a court reporter
is just shy of $50,000 per year. Even though a court reporter is required to be
in the courtroom, he or she has very little interaction with anyone. The only
time speaking is required is when someone asks the individual to read back part
of the court transcript.
4. Freelance Writer
Thanks to the popularity of the internet, freelance writing opportunities are seemingly everywhere. Better yet, you don’t need a college degree to get started. If you can write in an interesting manner and have a basic grasp at grammar, clients are out there waiting for your assistance.
Typically, the only time you have
to actually interact with someone is when you’re discussing a potential job or
have questions for a current client. Even then, just about everything can be
done via email.
5. Translator
If you speak one or more foreign languages, why not put this knowledge to additional use? A translator’s job is simply to convert written documents or audio recordings from one language to another. No additional involvement from co-workers required.
Other possible options, with limited human interaction, include the following:
·
Truck
driver or delivery person
·
Security
guard
·
Bookkeeper
·
Landscaper
·
Janitor
·
Lab
technician or researcher
·
Artist
· Graphic designer
For more ideas, take an hour or so
to do an online search. You’ll probably be surprised by the employment
suggestions for people who prefer to limit interaction with co-workers.