Self-Employed × 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.

73 jobs found.

Kouta Master

A Kouta Master is a specialist who teaches students wishing to learn kouta singing and shamisen performance techniques, including singing methods, accompaniment skills, and the cultural background of the art form and expressions.

Waste Paper Collector

A profession that collects and transports waste paper from companies and households, sorts and gathers it, and provides it to wholesale markets or recycling factories as recycled resources.

Sanada Himo Manufacturing Worker (Fiber Made)

Artisan who manufactures Sanada himo cords for obi ties and decorations using braiding machines, etc.

Salad Bowl Manufacturing Worker (Wooden)

Artisans and workers who manufacture wooden salad bowls. They are responsible for everything from selecting logs to processing, shaping, polishing, painting, and finishing.

Forestry Worker (Logging, Bucking, and Yarding)

Performs felling operations in the forest, bucking (dimensional cutting of logs), and yarding (collection and transport). Operates machinery such as chainsaws and winches to efficiently and safely manage forest resources.

Lacquerware Craftsman

A craftsman who applies lacquer to wooden vessels, polishes and decorates them, and manufactures lacquerware.

Cloisonné Polishing Worker

Traditional craft artisan who polishes and buffs the surface of cloisonné decorative items after firing to impart a smooth luster.

Bamboo Sword Maker

A profession that crafts kendo shinai using moso bamboo through manual processes such as splitting bamboo, drying, polishing, braiding cords, and more.

Junsai Harvester

The job of manually harvesting the aquatic plant junsai from wetlands, ponds, and similar areas.

Shogi Teacher

A profession that provides instruction to students wishing to learn Shogi from basics to advanced levels through matches and kifu commentary.