Social (S)

Who is the helper?

Social types draw energy from contact with others. They are empathetic, patient and want to contribute to the well-being of those around them. They enjoy communicating and prefer working in a team. For them, work is not just about the result, but especially about the people with whom they achieve it.

Strengths

• Empathy and listening skills
• Strong communication skills
• Patience and diplomatic ability
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Ability to motivate others
• Trustworthy and approachable

Work style

Social types prefer working with and for people. They are at their best in a team and seek harmony in collaboration. They naturally take on a guiding or supportive role. Working in isolation without human contact drains their energy.

Typical work environments: School, hospital, social work, HR department, community centre, coaching.

Matching careers

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The Doer

Realistic (R)

Practical, technical, results-oriented

The Thinker

Investigative (I)

Analytical, curious, investigative

The Creator

Artistic (A)

Creative, original, expressive

The Leader

Enterprising (E)

Ambitious, persuasive, enterprising

The Organiser

Conventional (C)

Precise, orderly, reliable