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STRONG INTEREST INVENTORY
Go by the sign that you think you have the most in common with – where would you fit in the best?
Discuss what brought you to that group
What did you all have in common with one another?
Strong BackgroundMost researched interest scaleHigh validity and reliabilityFirst developed by E.K. Strong
Decided similar interests bring people together in work settings
Holland expanded on the theory“People tend to surround themselves with others
who share interests, competencies, and outlook on world. Thus, where people congregate… reflects the type they are.”
Gave every person and every job a Holland Code - RIASEC
Strong TheoryWhat people do is a reflection of their
interestsPeople of similar interests will be satisfied
in those occupations given their values, knowledge and abilities are also the same
Measures interests, not abilitiesNot used to tell you what you should be,
but to be used as a spring board for ideasPurpose is to identify themes and patterns
Normative SampleCompared against 67,000 people who took
the assessmentAll at least 21 years old, satisfied with
their work, been in occupation for 3 years, do typical work tasks
Random sample with race and ethnicityMeasures how similar you are to them –
how well you would fit in with themProfiled with women only
General Occupational Themes (GOTs)
Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional
Usually identify with three codes stronglyRepresented with first letter of code
nameCan see self in allAfter age 25, the letters should stay the
same, but the order of them might changeWill rate yourself first and then see how
you scored
Realistic: The DoersLove to work with their hands, tools,
machinery, computer networksRugged, practical, athletic, mechanical,
adventurous, self-reliantEnjoy fixing, repairing, building, working
outdoorsLike physical risksPrefer concrete rather than abstract
problemsPresent oriented, thing oriented
Realistic: Work EnvironmentsPlaces where they can produce tangible
results Things that that they can see and touch
Situations calling for minimal interaction with others
Where casual dress is allowedOrganizations structured with clearly
drawn lines of authority
Realistic QuizWhat kind of car do they drive?
Trucks, SUV, JeepWhat would be their ideal vacation?
Camping, attending sports event, fishing, golfing, outward bound, hiking, adventure trip
What motivates them? Hands-on, tangible results
What would they buy?Boats, campers, sports equipment, power
tools, ESPN magazine, adventure books
Investigative: The ThinkersLike to gather information, uncover new facts,
interpret dataCurious, abstract thinkers, rational, critical,
intellectual, introverted, insightful, persistentLove to explore learningStrong scientific or mathematic orientationCompetent in analysis, writing, problem solving,
researchVery task-orientedExpress themselves by using their mindsEnjoy mental challengesSolve problems by thinking
Investigative: Work EnvironmentsUnstructured work environments
that allow freedom in work stylesWhere they can work alone most of
the timeResearch labs, universities,
computer-related industries, scientific foundations, medical facilities
Where they can continue to learn and uncover new data
Investigative QuizWhat would they drive?
Bicycle, Volvo, “hybrid,” HondaWhat would be their ideal vacation?
Space camp, fossil dig, science museum, African safari, visit ruins, historical places (Europe)
What motivates them?Curiosity, learning, knowledge
What would they buy?Telescopes, computers, books, puzzles,
electronic equipment, science fiction or mystery novels
Artistic: The CreatorsEnjoy music, art, drama, anything culturalEnjoy self-expressionIndependent and highly creative
Creativity is expressed in many ways… ideas, writing, appreciating or creating arts, performing, counseling, developing programs, etc…
Impulsive, non-conforming, sensitive, emotional, visionary, introspective, imaginative
Enjoy beauty, variety, and what is unusualSolve problems by doing something new
Artistic: Work EnvironmentsUnstructured, flexible settings that allow
self-expressionWhere they can work on their ownWhere they can teach skillsWhere they can incorporate creativity in
their workTheaters, concert halls, advertising, PR,
museums, libraries, education, etc.
Artistic QuizWhat kind of car do they drive?
Bug, PT Cruiser, Mini Copper, ConvertibleWhat would be their ideal vacation?
NYC to see shows, Venice to see art, dance/acting workshop
What motivates them?Self-expression
What would they buy?Art objects, music CDs, colorful things,
decorations, theater tickets
Social: The HelpersLike to work with people, often in
groups, to help inform, train, teach, nurture, help, develop, cure
Like to arrange positive relationships – create harmony
Deep concern for people and excellent interpersonal skills
Humanistic, cooperative, supportive, tactful, friendly, outgoing
Solve problems by discussing feelings with others
Social: Work EnvironmentUnstructured settings where they
can get to know othersWhere they can feel like they make a
differenceWhere they can work with othersSocial services, non-profit, schools,
human resources, mental health fields, medical services
Social QuizWhat car would they drive?
Mini-van, SUV, SuburbanWhere would be their ideal vacation?
Cruise with friends/family, beach house vacation, Disney World, family reunion
What motivates them?Helping others
What would they buy?Charity event tickets, food to entertain
others, People magazine, self-help books
Enterprising: The Leaders
Enjoy working with others to persuade, sell, lead, manage
Lead others towards some organizational goal or economic gain
Self-confident, sociable, ambitious, energetic, verbal, assertive, optimistic, competitive
Prefer social tasks – can’t stay at a task for too long
Like to lead groups, give speeches, manage people and projects
Enterprising: Work Environment
Like careers in businesses and large organizations
Where they can work with othersWhere they can live thoroughly in their
environments and have varietyPositions of leadership, power, statusOwn a business
Enterprising QuizWhat kind of car do they drive?
Lexus, BMW, Cadillac, Lincoln, high-end SUV
What is their ideal vacation?Luxury cruise, spa retreat, week of golf, Hamptons
or Cape Cod, skiing
What motivates them?Persuading others
What do they buy?Nice cars, good clothes, country club memberships,
the latest equipment, bestsellers, Wall Street Journal
Conventional: The OrganizersLike activities requiring attention to
detail, organization, accuracy, data systems, filing systems
Enjoy mathematics and data managementPractical, organized, systematic, accurate,
dependable, conscientious, efficient, quiteLike to organized othersDon’t mind being managedLive in orderlinessSolve problems by organizing it
Conventional: Work Environment
Prefer support service rolesLike to know the structure of the organization
Well organized chain of commandWhere they can be around others and by selfWhere they can be given exact instructions on
a projectLarge corporations, business offices,
accounting firmsWhere they can organize things and people
Conventional QuizWhat kind of car do they drive?
Buick, Honda, Saturn, fuel efficient carsWhat is their ideal vacation?
Historical cities, knitting workshop, pre-programmed tour, same cabin each year
What motivates them?Organizing and bring things together
What do they buy?Hobby collections, how-to books, file cabinets
and shelves
Check out your results...
General Occupational Themes (GOTS)
Usually two to three letters show up mostWho are you are in whole life (24/7)Show what you self-rated yourselfBars represent the strength of theme in you
compared to your same sex groupsVery high = top 10% of people with this interest,
more interest than almost allHigh = 15% above moderate interest group, more
interest than most Moderate = 50% of population are here, about as
much interest as most Little = less interest than mostVery Little = less interest than almost all
Basic Interests Scales25 scales that measure interest in
particular activitiesTell what you like to doSame rating as before: vh, h, m, l, vlHow do these interests play out in your
life?How is your life enriched by these
activities?Which would you want to pursue
professionally?
Occupational ScalesScales that measure your similarity to
women employed in 122 different occupations
Who are you like in your day-to-day activitiesOnly scale that incorporates both what you
answered like and dislikeAnything above 40 means that you are very
similar with both your likes and dislikes with people in those professions You would fit in with them; like to do similar
things when working
Occupational ScalesEach job has a code – by averaging
people’s codes who are in that fieldSome codes change slightly depending on
work jobsWhat do all of the job listed have in
common with one another?What do they have in common with you?What picture do they paint? What themes do you see?Where do these themes fit into your life?
Personal Style Scales
Five scales that assess personal preferences regarding work style, learning, leading, risk taking, and team orientation
Also important when considering and examining career professions
Normal RangesMean Bounds
Strong Like 11 0 – 27Like 24 5 – 43Indifferent 25 5 – 45Dislike 19 0 – 39Strongly Dislike 21 0 – 56
Strong Wrap Up
Questions?
Think about what you learned?
What do you need in a career to make sure it is in line with your interests?
What careers will you research as a result?