Analyzing career fit for Rick, James, Lindris, and Alvin

Skills Analysis

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Rick

Rick has a strong, friendly and approachable interpersonal style. He is a good leader without being a bully; he is capable of listening to the input of others. His flexibility, strong work ethic, and background in operations management suggest that he would be able to feel at home in virtually all types of firms. The main question is what firms Rick would not thrive in: because he can be overly focused, likes a clear goal, and does not like to multitask, a creative-based firm would not likely be the best place for him, despite his background in marketing and retail. His lowest intelligence is ranked as mathematical intelligence, which suggests finance would not be the best fit. Ideally, a firm with a focus on planning would suit his goal-directed nature, and tap into his interpersonal skills.

Lindris

Lindris has a background in healthcare, which is a highly desirable characteristic, given the demand for healthcare agencies to cut costs and improve services -- which often results in them calling in consulting firms. Lindris has the type of interpersonal skills which would likely make him a good fit at a firm with a focus on the 'helping' professions. He is organized and works well with others as a team player. He communicates well informally, but also in formal presentations, as was noted during his PowerPoint presentation to the group. His research skills are strong, which is an essential aspect of succeeding at a consulting firm where knowledge about medical issues is needed. Lindris would do well at a firm that stressed 'vision' and planning, given his depth of intelligence and thorough analysis of issues.

Alvin

Alvin's degree is in logistics. He is a good sense of humor, and knows how to seem 'laid back' without 'slacking off.' This is the ideal type of personality for firms with looser and more informal workplace cultures, such as firms in creative industries. Alvin would shine at a firm focused upon training salespersons, or other positions requiring strong interpersonal intelligence. He is a good communicator, both formally and informally.