Holland Code (RIASEC) Types
John Holland's theory identifies 6 career personality types. Click any type to learn about career matches, work preferences, and how to leverage your strengths.
Ideas-Oriented
The Thinker
Investigative individuals are analytical thinkers who love to observe, learn, and solve complex problems. They enjoy working with abstract ideas and conducting research.
The Creator
Artistic individuals are creative, expressive, and original thinkers who value aesthetics and self-expression. They thrive in unstructured environments that allow for creativity.
People-Oriented
The Helper
Social individuals are caring, supportive, and people-oriented. They enjoy helping others, teaching, and working in collaborative environments focused on human welfare.
The Persuader
Enterprising individuals are ambitious, energetic leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing others. They thrive in competitive environments and value achievement and recognition.
Things-Oriented
The Doer
Realistic individuals are practical, hands-on problem solvers who prefer working with tools, machines, and physical materials. They enjoy outdoor activities and working with their hands.
The Organizer
Conventional individuals are detail-oriented, organized, and efficient. They prefer structured environments with clear rules and procedures, and they excel at tasks requiring accuracy and precision.