When meeting new people, often one of the first things people ask about is what you do for work. Probably because so many people feel that much of who they are has to do with their job.

These days, I feel like I'm much more than what my job is.

Do you feel like your job says a lot about who you are? Or does your life outside of work say more about who you are?

Perhaps. I do like people and I enjoy helping them. I work in sales and even have my own business, my work performances does reflect my personality some what.

I will also be working as a diesel mechanic on buses. I'm not a car guy, except for as long as it gets me from point a to point b, possibly even point c, I'm good with it. Buses are not fun to work on either, but for the pay, I can learn to love them over time.

...They ask that because they want to know how much money u make, gf. lol/ hmmm

Are you going to answer the questions I asked?

I think of my jobs as something I have done to pass time and learn new skills. I still have not been able to get hired at a job that I have a passion for.

I think thats part of it actually.

I think its just another way of 'matching' up. If someone is, lets say, earning a nice living as a principal at a school,, they may feel a little less well 'matched' with someone working at mcdonalds.

ITs only one question out of many, and more questions can often clarify whether goals are common , or values. But I Think as a starter, knowing what someone DEALS with in their life from day to day (their job) is an initial way to give insight into what their goals and priorities and values might be.

Perhaps it is. But, by me saying what I do for a living, they're not going to know how much I make.

And I don't think you can always tell someone's goals, priorities and values simply by knowing what their job is. Sure, it may give you some insight, but not all the time.

I agree. Thats why I think its just one question out of many that people ask. IF that was their ONLY question, then Id feel concerned.

Our career defines who we are. Yet I have not had a career so far in my life. Education, writing, and volunteer work is not the same as doing something I have a passion for. A person with a job is a positive in my book.

I believe that it is a little of both…but it depends on the individual. A person who is diligent and has a passion for what they do may also carry over some of those traits into their personal life. A job only gives a glimpse/reflection into someone’s personality. It does not define an individual unless you live for your job, then it’s a different story.

One of my friends show me a text conversation he was having about me. Two of my friends texted: its not that I don't like him, quite the opposite really; its just that I think he has reached a new level of odd. The response was: he has been out to lunch since the breakfast of his life. My work is in Behavioral Health and I deal with crazy all the time.

My job is simply how I make a living.
How I live says who I am.
Pretty simple really!!!

When I ask that question I kind of see it as just a generic opener. Seems less personal than something that is about family or beliefs. I could care less what someone gets paid, everything pays better than what I do. lol In this economy if you have any job you ought to be glad.

Me; its definitely my lifestyle that says more about me. My job says boring.

I believe it says a small portion of what is part of you.

Amen

Having a career doesn't necessarily mean you're going to be passionate about it. So, I don't necessarily think it defines who you are.

I think so too. My career in the military definitely defined me as a person. When I left the military; my job has destroyed everything that made me a better person. I feel empty; lost, and damn useless sitting behind a desk. I no longer have a purpose in life or even a reason to get out of bed anymore.

i think you're mistaking career for job.

What makes a career? I've worked for the same company for the past 8 years, which is a significant part of my life at my age. I can't say I'm passionate about it, though.