Realistic people are usually rugged, robust and practical. They may be somewhat uncomfortable in social settings. They have good motor coordination and skills but lack verbal and interpersonal skills. Realistic people usually perceive themselves as mechanically and athletically inclined, practical, stable, natural, and persistent. They prefer concrete to abstract problems. They also may see themselves as aggeressive. Rarely performing creatively in the arts or sciences, they do like to build things with tools.
REALISTIC PEOPLE ARE: | REALISTIC PEOPLE CAN: | REALISTIC PEOPLE LIKE TO: |
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Practical Athletic Straightforward Mechanically Inclined A Nature Lover Curious about Physical World |
Fix Electrical Things Solve Mechanical Problems Pitch a Tent Plant a Garden Operate Tools and Machinery |
Tinker with Machines Work Outdoors Be Physically Active Use Your Hands Build Things |
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Adapted from John Holland's Occupational Themes