Professional Profile 2 report of Akintayo Aborisade

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Akintayo AborisadeTest taken on the 23rd of June 2016 in 13 min 26 sec

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Table of contents

1 - THE GRAPH2 - THE INVERTED GRAPH3 - PERSONALISED ANALYSIS4 - THE DETAILED TABLE5 - THE COMMENTS6 - GENERAL PROFILE7 - POTENTIALS8 - HOW DIFFERENT PROFESSIONS SUIT THE PROFILENotes

CONCEPT GROUP LTD - Akintayo Aborisade Professional Profile 2

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1 - THE GRAPHResults on main factors (Score out of 10)

Motivations, Aspirations and Values Behaviour and Personality

Persuasiveness (6.3)

Flexibility (3.1)

Emotional Distance (8.1)

Extraversion (4.4)

Improvisation (3.8)

Focus on Facts (3.8)

Rule-Following (6.9)

Involvement at Work (6.9)

Desire to Lead (3.8)

Need for Action (1.3)

Ambition (5.6)

Autonomy (3.8)

Altruism (7.5)

Novelty Seeking (8.8)


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2 - THE INVERTED GRAPHResults on opposing factors (Score out of 10)

Motivations, Aspirations and Values Behaviour and Personality

Straightforwardness (3.7)

Firmness (6.9)

Emotional Sensitivity(1.9)

Introversion (5.6)

Structure (6.2)

Intuition (6.2)

Free-Thinking (3.1)

Personal Balance (3.1)

Desire for Guidance (6.2)

Need for Reflection (8.7)

Humility (4.4)

Team Work (6.2)

Individualism (2.5)

Familiarity Seeking (1.2)


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3 - PERSONALISED ANALYSISPersonality traits that are specific to the profile

In this section you will find the traits that stand out the most in the profile of Akintayo Aborisade.

A few precautions in interpreting the results: - Certain personality traits may contradict each other, this is true for human behaviour. - We recommend to look at the "The Comments" section of this report for a more personalised description of the profile.

Strengths

Innovative by nature, Akintayo Aborisade is driven to explore new ideas and procedures. He focuses on improving existing practices.

Patient and reflective, Akintayo Aborisade enjoys long-term projects that involve strategising.

Calm when faced with stress and criticism, Akintayo Aborisade does not let himself get carried away by his emotions.

Akintayo Aborisade is rather generous and selfless. He often spends time assisting others and seeks to help those in need.

Weaker points, points to develop:

Akintayo Aborisade could benefit from being more open to relying on existing methods at times, rather than experimenting with newmethods.

Akintayo Aborisade could benefit from taking more initiatives on projects that require immediate action, instead of ruminating about theirlong term impact .

Akintayo Aborisade would benefit from expressing his emotions to help him relate personally with others.


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4 - THE DETAILED TABLEA tabular representation of the results on the main and opposing factors

The following table summarises the candidate's results from the questionnaire. The column on the right describes the main factor. The columnon the left describes the opposing factor. The "✔" represents where the candidate stands in relation to the dimension.

Therefore the closer the "✔" is to the right, the stronger is the tendency for the main factor. The closer the "✔" is to the left, the stronger is thetendency for the opposing factor.

Opposing factor A B C D E F G H I J K Main factor

Behaviour and Personality

StraightforwardnessGenuine, Needs objectivity, Transparent

PersuasivenessConvincing, Influential, Strategic

FirmnessDecisive, Resolute, Strong-willed

FlexibilityAdjusting, Seeks consensus, Open-minded

Emotional SensitivityPassionate, Emotionally expressive, Reactive

Emotional DistanceCalm, Self-controlled, Composed

IntroversionReserved, Quiet, Formal

ExtraversionOutgoing, Social, Interactive

StructureMethodical, Planned, Systematic

ImprovisationSpontaneous, Adaptable, Comfortable withambiguity

IntuitionInstinctive, Insightful, Perceptive

Focus on FactsRational, Logical, Analytical

Free-ThinkingNon-conforming, Defines one's own standards

Rule-Following

Adheres to standards, Respects rules

Motivations, Aspirations and Values

Personal Balance

Work-life balance, Disconnects after work

Involvement at Work

Dedicated, Committed, Workaholic

Desire for Guidance

Seeks guidance and advice, Appreciates beingdirected

Desire to LeadTakes charges, Authoritative, Responsible

Need for ReflectionPatient, Reflective, Likes to conceptualize

Need for ActionDynamic, Risk-taker, Acts immediately

HumilitySatisfied, Stable, Cautious

AmbitionCompetitive, Success-driven, Achievement-oriented

Team WorkCooperative, Affiliative, Team-oriented

AutonomyAutonomous, Prefers independent work

IndividualismPractical, Favours personal interests

AltruismHelpful, Generous, Service-oriented

Familiarity SeekingLikes routine and established methods,Conventional

Novelty SeekingCurious, Imaginative, Experimental


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5 - THE COMMENTSAn interpretation of the scores on each factor with personalised comments

BEHAVIOUR AND PERSONALITY

Persuasiveness << >> Straightforwardness

Akintayo Aborisade is rather persuasive. He may tailor information for a target audience in order to achieve a desired outcome. Fairlytactful, Akintayo Aborisade tends to say things in a flattering manner and is aware of the power of words. However, he is likely to be frankin communications on topics that he considers very important.

Environment and Roles: Suited for roles that require convincing others from time to time.

Interaction with others: Diplomatic and likely to deliver bad news with tact.

Strength: Politically savvy in communication.

Potential weakness: May be perceived as a sweet-talker.

Definition"Persuasiveness" is defined as the ease with which an individual is convincing and influencing others by using tact and adapting their speechfor an audience, while "Straightforwardness" refers to being authentic and direct in communication, with a need to remain transparent.

Flexibility << >> Firmness

Akintayo Aborisade is quite firm. He will voice his viewpoints during conflicts and will ensure his ideas are heard in team discussions andmeetings. Akintayo Aborisade is not easily convinced of another's point of view. He typically sticks to his viewpoint, even in toughnegotiations. He does not generally compromise and can engage in confrontations if required.

Environment and Roles: Can be an asset in teams that require a decisive individual to firmly assert opinions on their behalf.

Interaction with others: Team members are likely to perceive him as persistent and decisive.

Strength: Good negotiator and firm debater.

Potential weakness: May not take into consideration alternate perspectives.

Definition"Flexibility" is defined as a willingness to be open to make concessions when dealing with others in order to seek consensus and avoidconflict, while "Firmness" refers to a tendency to defend one's own point of view and remain determined during exchange with others.


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Emotional Distance << >> Emotional Sensitivity

Akintayo Aborisade is very level-headed and calm. He is unaffected by harsh criticism or demanding situations. Unlike his more sensitivecounterparts, he rarely gets overwhelmed by his feelings and knows how to face very stressful situations with composure, allowing him tomake clear decisions when under pressure.

Environment and Roles: Best suited for stressful settings that require a cool mind and emotional control at all times.

Interaction with others: Very likely to make decisions for the team in times of high pressure.

Strength: Remains self-controlled even under strenuous circumstances.

Potential weakness: May be perceived as indifferent or cold by others.

Definition"Emotional Distance" is defined as the tendency to stay calm and composed even when faced with stressful or unsettling situations, while"Emotional Sensitivity" refers to the tendency to react to stress, take things to heart and readily express emotions.

Extraversion << >> Introversion

Akintayo Aborisade is somewhat reserved and usually prefers listening to talking. He requires some social stimulation but prefers quietenvironments to be productive. Akintayo Aborisade is generally not at ease in large social gatherings but would be willing to supportbusiness networking events if the situation calls for it.

Environment and Roles: Suited for roles that require some periods of focus and concentration.

Interaction with others: Generally maintains formal, yet friendly relationships with co-workers.

Strength: Works well with little social contact.

Potential weakness: May feel overwhelmed when work requirements demand constant interaction.

Definition"Extraversion" is defined as the tendency to be outgoing and lively, seeking to develop many friendly contacts, while "Introversion" refers tobeing reserved and formal, choosing to maintain only a few close relationships.


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Improvisation << >> Structure

Akintayo Aborisade is somewhat organised and methodical in his approach to work. He prefers planning his schedules in advance andusually tries to stick to them. However, he is likely to adapt when the situation calls for it. Akintayo Aborisade can be willing to adjust hisplans in urgencies but would generally organise his day to prevent such emergencies.

Environment and Roles: Suited for projects that require planning but need a little flexibility for completion.

Interaction with others: Likely to work well with people who generally stick to schedules.

Strength: Remains organised and is rarely unprepared.

Potential weakness: May be uncomfortable with unexpected situations.

Definition"Improvisation" is defined as being spontaneous and acting without clear planification, being at ease when facing unexpected situations,while "Structure" refers to a preference for being organised, methodical and referring to procedures.

Focus on Facts << >> Intuition

Akintayo Aborisade prefers to rely more on his intuition than logic to make decisions. He tends to go by his first impressions.Nevertheless, when the decisions are important or with far-reaching consequences, he would seek facts to confirm the initial judgement.Akintayo Aborisade generally arrives at a conclusion without deliberating too much.

Environment and Roles: Suited for positions that encourage creative rather than analytic or critical thinking.

Interaction with others: Brings some intuition to teams comprised of individuals who rather focus on logic.

Strength: Rather intuitive and generally takes into account the human aspects of situations.

Potential weakness: May sometimes give too much importance to his impressions.

Definition"Focus on Facts" is defined as the tendency to be objective, logical, analytical and rational in evaluating information and making decisions,while "Intuition" refers to the tendency to appraise situations and make choices based on one's personal insights, instincts, impressions and'gut feeling'.


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Rule-Following << >> Free-Thinking

Akintayo Aborisade follows rules and regulations set by a company. People with a similar score tend to believe that rules are "made for areason" and should be followed. He is unlikely to complete a task or a project without adhering to set procedures. Akintayo Aborisadeworks best when there are policies in place for all work-processes and is known for his dutiful approach.

Environment and Roles: Well suited for positions that require adherence to regulations to ensure quality and security.

Interaction with others: Likely to encourage others to comply with policies.

Strength: Complies with company policies.

Potential weakness: May not question the legitimacy or reasoning of rules.

Definition

"Rule-Following" is the tendency to respect and comply with established guidelines and standards set by the organisation and society, while"Free-Thinking" is the tendency to create or modify rules if existing ones are considered inefficient and impractical.


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MOTIVATIONS AND VALUES

Involvement at Work << >> Personal Balance

Akintayo Aborisade values work and is very committed to his job. He tends to sacrifice his leisure time for projects and activities. He mayeven sacrifice a weekend to finish a pressing piece of work. Unlike his more detached co-workers, he may find it difficult to disconnectafter work and may experience work-related strain.

Environment and Roles: Well suited for projects that demand long working hours and significant commitment.

Interaction with others: Works more effectively with colleagues who are also willing to regard work as their top priority in life.

Strength: Devoted to go the extra mile to ensure project completion.

Potential weakness: May neglect important aspects of his personal life.

Definition

"Involvement at Work" refers to the importance given to work and one's emotional bonding with the organization, while "Personal Balance"refers to a preference to separate one's personal and professional lives and balancing the two.

Desire to Lead << >>Desire for Guidance

Akintayo Aborisade prefers to work in settings where he can count on someone with more experience if necessary. His work benefits fromgeneral guidance from managers. However, he may be capable of taking the lead with projects that he feels very competent about.

Environment and Roles: Fairly comfortable in roles characterised by clear instructions and guidance.

Interaction with others: Willing to let others take the lead but can mentor others on a one-to-one basis if required.

Strength: Effective at seeking and implementing feedback received.

Potential weakness: May experience difficulty leading teams.

Definition“Desire to Lead" is defined as the inclination to take charge of situations and to seek roles that require leading people, while "Desire forGuidance" refers to the preference for supervision and regular feedback, as well as for clearly defined directives.


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Need for Action << >> Need for Reflection

Akintayo Aborisade shows a strong preference for long-term projects that demand reflection and have an impact on the future. He tendsto strategise and reflect on anticipated implications of each decision he makes. If there is long-term gain, he is not concerned withimmediate results. Akintayo Aborisade will emphasise the importance of a futuristic perspective.

Environment and Roles: At his best when working on projects with extended timelines and goals that require vision.

Interaction with others: Likely to motivate team members to focus on future results and actions.

Strength: Well suited for strategic tasks that are spread over long periods of time.

Potential weakness: May focus too much on long-term perspectives and neglect immediate consequences.

Definition

"Need for Action" refers to a tendency to be dynamic and to prefer short term projects that deliver quick and concrete results while "Need forReflection" refers to a preference for complex, long term projects that yield results in the future and require more strategy, patience andreflection.

Ambition << >> Humility

Akintayo Aborisade is somewhat competitive. He explores avenues for developing his career as professional success is important forhim. However, Akintayo Aborisade may be willing to curb his ambition and stick to the status quo, if required. He is likely to recogniseopportunities in order to progress within the organisation but is unlikely to engage in cut-throat rivalry to get ahead.

Environment and Roles: Suited for organisations with clearly defined paths to progression and systems in place for career development.

Interaction with others: Likely to be perceived as fairly career-minded by colleagues.

Strength: Tends to take up challenging objectives.

Potential weakness: May experience difficulty prioritizing existing responsibilities over new opportunities.

Definition“Ambition" is defined as the competitive drive towards success and achievement, setting high and risky goals while "Humility" refers to thetendency to be satisfied with one's current status and be comfortable with professional stability.


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Autonomy << >> Team Work

Akintayo Aborisade is likely to prefer roles that require collaboration in teams most of the time. In general, he tends to favourcohesiveness more than independence. People with a similar score as Akintayo Aborisade like working with others but are able to workon individual projects on which they have demonstrated competence.

Environment and Roles: Likely to enjoy tasks that enable him to exchange ideas in collaboration with others.

Interaction with others: Generally perceived as cooperative.

Strength: Able to integrate into teams.

Potential weakness: May rely on the group even when independent working is needed.

Definition"Autonomy" is defined as a preference for independence and freedom while working. "Team Work" refers to the tendency to enjoy group work,be cooperative and focus on team cohesiveness.

Altruism << >> Individualism

Akintayo Aborisade is generally more helpful and supportive than other people. Ready to lend a hand, he does not support individualisticattitudes. People with a similar score tend to believe that it is essential to integrate professional goals with those of the group or society. Atwork, Akintayo Aborisade is likely to emphasise issues such as the well-being of others and gets involved in projects that aim to developthese.

Environment and Roles: Likely to be an asset to organisations that actively encourage social responsibility and people development.

Interacting with others: Friendly and attentive to the needs of others.

Strength: Committed to finding solutions that help others.

Potential weakness: May have a tendency to ignore his own needs.

Definition"Altruism" is defined as the inclination to be concerned about people and generous with one's time and resources, wanting to contribute to thegreater good while "Individualism" refers to being practical and realistic with a focus on one's personal objectives.


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Novelty Seeking << >> Familiarity Seeking

Akintayo Aborisade seeks change and innovation. He is very inquisitive, conceiving original ideas and ways of improving establishedmethods. Akintayo Aborisade is likely to take risks in order to come up with creative solutions. He is constantly looking to learn new thingsand invent novel approaches.

Environment and Roles: Thrives in changing and diverse settings that require experimental ways of working.

Interaction with others: Likely to inspire others with cutting-edge ideas.

Strength: Committed to innovation and improving outdated practices.

Potential weakness: May disregard flaws of new methods for the sake of novelty.

Definition"Novelty Seeking" is defined as being inquisitive with an inclination to explore and experiment with new ways of doing things, while"Familiarity Seeking" refers to being comfortable with what one is accustomed to and follow proven methods over experimental approaches.


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6 - GENERAL PROFILESuitability of the profile in relation to various work-personality profile types

This section analyses the extent to which the candidate's profile matches the various work-personality types.

A perfect match corresponds to 100%.

The profiles PP2

1 Reflective 81%

2 Social 69%

3 Cooperative 59%

4 Intuitive 56%

5 Determined 55%

6 Conscientious 53%

7 Independent 48%

8 Dynamic 44%

9 Devoted 39%

ReflectiveReflective individuals are characterised by patience and poise. They are usually calm and only come to a decision after having examined allof its possible consequences. As a result, they appear reserved and level headed. They can easily concentrate and focus their thoughts andattention in a particular direction.

SocialSocial individuals are gregarious by nature and have the need to belong to a group. They enjoy networking and can easily form goodprofessional and personal bonds with others. They enjoy working in teams and tend to spread their enthusiasm to their team-members. As aresult, they integrate very easily into different teams.

CooperativeCooperative individuals are characterised by their tendency to be consensual. They feel the need to find a common ground duringdiscussions and work towards finding solutions to disagreements by understanding the needs of the people they work with. They are altruisticand enjoy being of help to others which may sometimes lead them to disregard their own needs.

IntuitiveIntuitive individuals tend to rely on their gut feelings and can handle uncertain situations with ease. Holding a flexible attitude, they are opento novelty and do not try to make rational sense of everything. They are creative by nature and believe in exploring things without sticking toconventions. They tend to recollect overall impressions of events instead of focusing on actual facts or details.

DeterminedDetermined individuals are generally characterised by strong negotiation skills. They are persistent and can convince others with finesse andfirmness. They carry with them a certain aura of authority which works to their advantage during discussions. They take charge of situationsand make sure that their needs are met.

ConscientiousConscientious individuals are meticulous by nature. They stick to set procedures and adhere to rules because they believe that closelyfollowing these can contribute to the quality of their work. They prefer using conventional and well established methods that they can count onto be efficient. They also have a keen eye for detail and rely on factual information to make decisions.


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IndependentIndependent individuals are characterised by a need for autonomy and self-reliance. They prefer working without close supervision andappreciate working alone. They like working with a certain amount of freedom, without having to follow strict rules or rigorous procedures.They prefer working independently rather than in teams, which may make them appear more introverted than outgoing.

DynamicDynamic individuals are characterised by an enthusiastic attitude towards work. They are energetic and work with a lot of vigour. They enjoyworking towards obtaining quick results and hence seem more practical than reflective. They are often driven by success and enjoy diversityin their work which may make them seek out different ventures if they feel they are stagnating.

DevotedDevoted individuals are highly dedicated to their work and feel emotionally attached to their job and organisation. They are passionate andexpressive with their feelings about their work, and do not require external motivators to perform. Their identity tends to be linked to their joband organisation. They may sometimes be viewed as sensitive, especially when handling stressful situations.


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7 - POTENTIALSSuitability of the candidate's personality in relation to the potentials

This section analyses the candidate's position with regard to key potentials related to behavioural skills and attitudes.


Potentials

1 Willingness To Learn 82%

2 Discretion 78%

3 Strategic Planning 77%

4 Conflict Resolution 71%

5 Taking Responsibility 71%

6 Organizational Skills 71%

7 Stress Management 70%

8 Conformity & Integrity 69%

9 Influencing Skills 67%

10 Team Building 67%

11 Team Leadership 67%

12 Innovation 66%

13 Networking 63%

14 Business Acumen 63%

15 Mentoring 62%

16 Challenge & Competition 61%

17 Interpersonal Skills 59%

18 Quality Oriented 56%

19 Initiative 56%

20 Respecting Instructions 55%

21 Result Oriented 53%

22 Adaptability 47%

Willingness To Learn

Willingness To Learn is the tendency to be curious and inquisitive with a strong desire to understand, learn and evolve.

Discretion

Discretion is the ability to exercise restraint in the disclosure of information and be able to maintain confidentiality.

Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning is the ability to anticipate and establish a systematic plan of development with the aim of reaching long term goals.


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Conflict Resolution

Conflict Resolution is the ability to actively listen to others and understand their point of view in order to lead them towards a common groundand maintain harmony within the team.

Taking ResponsibilityTaking Responsibility is the tendency to have an intrinsic sense of responsibility, to handle projects and be willing to assume theconsequences that come with their success or failure.

Organizational Skills

Organizational Skills is the tendency to have a structured approach towards work & effectively carry out tasks by planning priorities andactions.

Stress Management

Stress Management is the ability to detach oneself from stressful situations & channelize one's own emotions to stay calm and productivewhen faced with unexpected events.

Conformity & Integrity

Work Integrity is the tendency to follow rules and codes of conduct, while being authentic and reliable.

Influencing Skills

Influencing Skills is the ability to communicate in an assertive and tactical manner in order to influence and convince others.

Team Building

Team Building is the ability to create a healthy work environment and encourage activities that will create harmonious, united & productiveteams.

Team Leadership

Team Leadership is the ability to direct and lead a group of people towards a common goal and objective by winning their support andpushing them to surpass themselves.

Innovation

Innovation is the tendency to think outside the box and introduce new perspectives in order to engage people in innovative thought.

Networking

Networking is the ability to make contacts and develop a network of influential people for prospective opportunities in a face to face set up.

Business Acumen

Business Acumen is the ability to seize business opportunities and negotiate effectively by being diplomatic and strategic.

Mentoring

Mentoring is the ability to believe in people's potential and help them reach it on the basis of recognition, trust and encouragement.

Challenge & Competition

Challenge & Competition is the tendency to strive for excellence by reaching and even surpassing one's goals and constantly seekingchallenges.

Interpersonal SkillsInterpersonal Skills is the ability to interact effectively and form relationships with individuals or groups.


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Quality Oriented

Quality Oriented is the tendency to be detail oriented in order to ensure the highest level of quality and service while meeting expectations.

Initiative

Initiative is the ability to move things forward with energy and vivacity and drive projects by taking risks and making decisions alone.

Respecting Instructions

Respecting Instructions is the tendency to be content working under a strict hierarchy, following and implementing instructions and sticking tothe procedures.

Result Oriented

Result Oriented is the tendency to focus on results and meet deadlines by taking initiatives and setting priorities in a pragmatic and organizedmanner.

Adaptability

Adaptability is the tendency to be open minded and adjust one's behaviour and attitude depending on the environment and the people.


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8 - HOW DIFFERENT PROFESSIONS SUIT THE PROFILESuitability of the candidate's personality for the job profile/position

Given below are 58 general job clusters, representing the majority of internationally recognised careers, analysed with respect to thecandidate's profile.


MANAGEMENT/ FINANCE/ HUMAN RESOURCES / COMMERCE AND CUSTOMER RELATIONS

1 Human Resources Management 80%

2 Commercial tourism careers 78%

3 Career and skills management 75%

4 Public institution administration and management 75%

5 Recruitment consulting 74%

6 Training 74%

7 Consumer counselling, technical solution sales 73%

8 Purchasing 72%

9 Law and financial counselling 72%

10 Technical and logistical project management 71%

11 Private company management, store management 71%

12 Project management (construction, city planning) 70%

13 Executive assistance 70%

14 Management counselling 70%

15 Political coordination and administration management 69%

16 Art - buying and selling 68%

17 Pre-sales 68%

18 Business management 67%

19 Trade: financial/insurance sector 66%

20 Client management and support 66%

21 Financial and legal administration 63%

22 Financial assessment 62%

23 Administration and finance 59%

24 Commerce and representation 56%

25 Accountancy/Management 56%

26 Client advice and sales 54%


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Human Resources Management(Director of human resources, HR administrator director of personnel, or director of personnel services and labour relations)

The director of human resources or director of personnel works at the headquarters of a group, company, large establishment, or subsidiary.They supervise labour relations and HR activities. Their duties are primarily aimed at mobilising and developing the employee resources bymanaging hiring policy and training services. They define and rank tasks for greater efficiency, handle administrative duties and internalcommunication. The ability to listen carefully, diplomatic skills, and managerial capabilities are all essential qualities for those working in thisprofession.

Commercial tourism careers(Package tour creator, booking agent, travel agency director, tour operator, tourism office director)

This sector combines the activities of commerce and tourism. Duties in this sector involve searching for interesting products (tours, cruises,safaris, etc.) and then selecting what the travel agency will offer to customers. To do this, they evaluate products by criteria such as security,quality, and rates and then negotiate conditions with suppliers. A good understanding of the services being offered as well as excellentcommunication skills are essential in order to establish client relations and better meet client needs. A knowledge of foreign languages is alsoan important aspect of working in this area.

Career and skills management(HR development manager, skill management administrator, career management administrator, human resources manager)

These positions optimize the competitiveness of a company. To meet this objective, these professionals reconcile the needs of the companywith the available (internal and external) human resources. This sector includes HR executives specialized in career management. Theyshould be capable of anticipating and evaluating what the company needs, and recognizing the potential of each employee or job candidate.The ability to listen and observe, good interpersonal skills, and the capacity to analyze and summarize information are all necessary qualities.

Public institution administration and management(School principal, hospital director, prison director, director of social/educational organization, director of career services, director of youth andcultural associations)

Those occupying these positions have many responsibilities at various levels. They must take the necessary precautions to ensure thesecurity of those they welcome (professionals and the public) in their establishment. For example, in the educational sector, they coordinateand supervise educational activities, tasks and projects. They also assure adherence to administrative and financial rules and procedures.Directors must be able to manage teams, stay organized and resolve conflict.


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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY / MARKETING / COMMUNICATION / ART

1 IT analysis and development 77%

2Coordination and preparation of visual communicationaids

77%

3 Computing and management 77%

4 Linguistics professions 76%

5 Network and information systems design 76%

6 Market research 76%

7 Preserving heritage 75%

8 Art director 72%

9 Audiovisual and technical 71%

10 Network and information systems management 71%

11 Planning and organization of cultural events 71%

12 Architecture 71%

13 Field marketing 70%

14 Computer graphics 69%

15 Audiovisual Production 69%

16 On-the-spot journalism 67%

17 Writing careers 65%

18 Communications 65%

19 Fine arts 65%

20 Technical maintenance and user support 63%

IT analysis and development

Design engineer, programmer, systems analyst, software designer, developer

These professionals work in corporate services, banks and companies specialising in computer applications and engineering. They design,modify, develop and direct software system testing and validation procedures, programming, and documentation as well as consulting withcustomers about software system design and maintenance. These positions require rigour, method and organisation. A desire to work in thetechnical domain and as a part of team is also necessary. They should also demonstrate creativity in order to design innovative solutions.

Coordination and preparation of visual communication aids

Desktop publisher, assistant editor, graphic designer/layout artist, head of graphic design department

These professionals follow the creation of a product (book, brochure, pamphlet, poster, etc.), its production (layout, printing and cost), andcontrol quality. They collaborate with other members of the various sectors of the studio and sales representatives, and stay in contact withclients. Their goal is to meet the requests of their clients by offering quality products at a low price. These positions require goodorganisational and interpersonal skills, an interest in new technologies, and the ability to handle the unexpected.

Computing and management

Computer systems director, project manager, IT manager

These computer specialists are in charge of the organisation, follow-up and verification of computer developments. They choose and/orsupervise the buying of computer equipment (material, software, etc.) for users. They evaluate the needs of the various companydepartments. They are also involved in managing and guiding computing and telecommunications teams. In addition to their technical skillsand knowledge of the latest technology, they should have management abilities, be accessible, and have good organisational andinterpersonal skills.


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Linguistics professions

Interpreter, terminologist, translator (audiovisual, literary, expert, technical), proofreader, copywriter

Unlike literary positions, these linguistic professions do not require as much creativity, but they must meet strict requirements and haveexcellent communication skills (in both their native language and a foreign language). This requires understanding linguistic subtleties andhaving excellent spelling, grammar and syntax. Their role involves revising, correcting, rewriting, and translating text and speech. This type ofwork requires concentration, linguistic knowledge, and an interest in writing.

Network and information systems design

Computer systems and database engineer, network designer, information systems designer, expert computer scientist

This domain aims to improve and develop existing systems (networks, applications, websites, etc.), or create new ones depending on theneeds expressed by the users or clients, with the goal of facilitating access to information. For those in this field, finding solutions is aneveryday task. Good analytical skills, rigour, and creativity are all necessary qualities.

Market research

Market research analyst, statistician, marketing/R&D engineer

Market research professionals carry out studies on current and future products. Both quantitative and qualitative, these studies take intoaccount company activities and client demands as well as technical, commercial, and socio-economic changes. These duties can be carriedout directly within a company or in a consulting group. In order to take a complete inventory of existing information and plan future actions, theopinion of clients, the sales and marketing department, and R&D must be taken into account. This type of position requires an ability toorganise, and an interest in research and analysis.

Preserving heritage

Museum curator, museum technician, archivist, heritage conservator, historical monument architect, restorer, historical guide

Heritage includes many things: from historical monuments to museum collections, libraries and archival services, but also historical sites andbuildings which are protected and preserved, rare areas of knowledge, cinema, photography, etc. These jobs involve an understanding ofcultural heritage, its transmission and promotion (archivists, representatives, officers), as well as its preservation (conservators, restorers,etc.). Important qualities for these positions include an appreciation of art, organisational skills, and techniques for managing information.

OTHER OCCUPATIONS / SPECIFIC FIELDS (tourism, teaching, health …)

1 Teaching 76%

2 Legal counseling 72%

3 Investigation and security 67%

4 Paramedical Professions 67%

5 Rehabilitation 67%

6 Well-being/therapy 67%

7 Administration: procedural acts 63%

8 Judicial authorities/Magistrates 63%

9 Tourism (Chaperoning and leisure) 63%

10 Assistants, secretaries, receptionists 61%

11 Social services, personal and professional development 60%

12 Inspection and administration 60%


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76%Teaching

Elementary/primary school teacher, secondary school teacher, instructor (foreign languages, etc.)

Whether they teach multiple subjects or only one, a teacher's mission is to stimulate the capacities of their students and to help them acquireknowledge and skills. They guide them in their work, teach them to be independent and critical, and evaluate their progress. In addition to thetime spent teaching, these jobs also require lesson planning and grading.


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Notes

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Documents

Professional Profile 2 report of Akintayo Aborisade