Dexterous hands, skilled at fine work × 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.

12 jobs found.

Thread Stitcher (Bookbinding)

Specialist who binds paper signatures (page bundles) with thread to produce books.

Fruit Basket Weaver (Bamboo)

Traditional craft occupation that hand-weaves baskets for storing and transporting fruit using bamboo splints.

Coil Winding Worker (Telecommunications Equipment)

A profession that manufactures products with electrical characteristics according to specifications by winding coils used in telecommunications equipment manually or with a winding machine.

Bicycle Saddle Leather Manufacturer

This occupation handles cutting, sewing, and finishing of leather parts used in bicycle saddles. The selection of materials and processing techniques determine the saddle's durability and comfort.

Pearl Bead Insertion Worker

Specialized worker who performs nucleus insertion (seeding) on Akoya oysters and similar in pearl aquaculture.

Chasen (Chasen) Maker

Traditional manufacturing occupation that handcrafts chasen using bamboo as material, from forming the whisk tip to assembly and finishing.

Special File Dressing Worker

Specialist who dresses the teeth of metal files to maintain uniform cutting performance.

Watch Plate Assembler

Manufacturing technician who assembles and adjusts the main watch parts, such as plates and small movement components.

Sandal Strap Maker

Sandal strap makers produce the hanao (the strap running from the heel across the instep) used in zori, geta, and other footwear, using cloth, leather, or synthetic materials.

Feather Broom Maker

Artisan who manually manufactures cleaning feather brooms by combining bird feathers and wooden handles.