Workshop × Weaknesses: Numerical & Quantitative Analysis

Jobs Utilizing Other Abilities with Less Numerical Work

This collection features jobs that may suit those who prefer to work utilizing language and interpersonal skills rather than working with numbers.

The need for mathematical thinking varies by occupation. Many jobs value other abilities - language skills, interpersonal abilities, sensitivity, creativity - more than numbers and calculations. Additionally, in some fields, qualitative judgment and understanding of human relationships are the most valuable assets.

What matters is finding an environment where you can utilize your strengths. Various abilities beyond numbers also hold important value in society. The jobs introduced here offer possibilities to leverage such diverse strengths.

260 jobs found.

Branding Iron Engraver

A profession that engraves metal branding irons and applies trademarks or decorative branding to wood, leather products, etc.

Baseball Mitt Manufacturing Worker

Manufacturing job responsible for the processes from cutting cowhide or synthetic materials to sewing, shaping, and finishing baseball mitts (gloves).

Betrothal Gift Maker

Artisans and technicians who manufacture betrothal items such as mizuhiki, noshi, and betrothal money envelopes used in wedding betrothal ceremonies.

Yuzen Artisan

Traditional crafts artisan who applies Japanese patterns and designs to fabric using techniques such as dyeing and resist paste.

Yuzen Pattern Designer

A profession that devises patterns for traditional Yuzen dyeing and creates base drawings for the dyeing process.

Bow Maker (Bamboo)

Craftsman who makes bamboo bows. Handles everything from material selection to processing, joining, and finishing as a traditional craft occupation.

Western Umbrella Repairer

A craftsman who repairs the frame and damaged fabric of Western umbrellas to restore them to a reusable state.

Seamstress (Women's and Children's Clothing)

A craftsperson who handles everything from taking measurements, drafting patterns, cutting fabric, sewing, and finishing for women's and children's clothing, tailoring garments to meet the requirements of customers or designers.

Menswear Tailor (Menswear)

A craftsman who takes measurements according to the customer's body shape and requests, creates patterns, cuts, sews, and finishes menswear in an integrated process.

Clothing Repair Worker

A profession that repairs and reforms clothing by fixing frays and tears in ready-to-wear or custom-made clothes, adjusting sizes, attaching buttons, replacing zippers, etc.