My background and choices that I have made thus far in my life does contribute to my schemas. I have always been a social person. I got in trouble a lot as a child for talking …show more content…
My job is very interactive with the public. I work in a library and have to engage people every day. What is interesting is that most librarians are considered introverts. Depending what department you work in, it could be very difficult to be introverted and do this job well. You need to be able to assist patrons with their needs on finding books for pleasure or research. You also need to handle difficult situations with ease. With my personality traits I can jump right in and be willing and ready to help when needed. I am also Vice President on a Board of Directors for a non-profit. You need to be able to make decisions, initiate policies and procedures, and deal with grievances. With my agreeableness, conscientiousness, and neuroticism I think they are good qualities to possess for this position. In the book “The Good Among the Great” it states, “Self-actualizing people are well aware they’re on the right track because not are the succeeding they’re happy.” (215) This quote sums it up well, I enjoy what I do and feel that I am good at it. You do not question yourself when things are going