What does an ERA Holland Code mean? Learn more about Holland Codes here
The ERA Holland code stands for Enterprising, Realistic, and Artistic. These specific traits were described above, but what does it mean?
Having an ERA code means that I would work well in a job that prioritizes my creativity, independence, and ambition. A job that expands my skills and provides a physical reward would benefit my Enterprising and Realistic codes while a job that would involve making art would benefit my Artistic code.
Enterprising individuals are described as ambitious, outgoing, energetic, and sociable. They seek out activities and jobs that utilize their communicative, interpersonal, and leadership skills. They view themselves as assertive, self-confident, and as great leaders. Enterprising people like workspaces that include marketing and sales and is materialistically rewarding. Jobs like this would include salesperson, business executive, or manager.
People that have the Realistic personality code like to have concrete solutions and work with their hands. They like to be able to see their work when it's done. They learn things by "doing". Realistic persons prefer straightforward conversation and information, rather than theorizing. Some common jobs that Realistic people usually include veterinary services, firefighting, military, electrician, or engineer.
Artistic-type people are imaginative and creative, as the name describes. They seek out self expression and activities that allow their creativity to flow. They often enjoy making/composing music, drawing, painting, acting, or writing. Artistics view themselves as non-conformists and look for opportunities to truly express themselves. They value aesthetics and open communication. Jobs that work for Artistics include musician, journalist, or interior decorator.
One career that interests me: Fashion Designer
Some careers that appeal to me that were listed as jobs that worked for ERA-type individuals included fashion designer, tailor, craft artist, and chef.
I feel like these types of jobs suit me because I love to make things with my hands and I always like the idea of starting my own business/brand, which would be available for me if I did these jobs. These jobs are also great channels for creativity and allow me to be more independent.