Enterprising Careers
Originally by Lawrence K. Jones, Ph.D., NCC — Professor Emeritus of Counselor Education, North Carolina State University. Updated by Juliet Jones-Vlasceanu, GCDF, J.D. — President & CEO, Career Key. Last reviewed August 2026.
We list a sample of Enterprising careers below, occupations that match Holland's Enterprising personality type. Career Key has a unique method of organizing occupations within each type called Work Groups, based on worker traits, skills and abilities.
Sales and Purchasing
Insurance Sales Agent
Sales Engineer
Sales or Retail Buyer
Hospitality, Beauty, and Customer Services
Barber, Hairstylist or Cosmetologist
Flight Attendant
Travel Agent
Legal Practice and Support
Arbitrator, Mediator, or Conciliator
Lawyer
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Business Administration
Chef/Head Cook
Construction Manager
Purchasing Manager
Finance
Accountant or Auditor
Appraiser, Real Estate
Personal Financial Advisor
Government and Public Administration
Archivist
Education Administrator
Medical and Health Service Manager
Promotion
Advertising and Promotions Manager
Public Relations Manager
Sales Manager
Regulations Enforcement
Financial Examiner
Immigration or Customs Inspector
Occupational Safety and Health Inspector
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References
1. Holland, J. L. (1997). Making vocational choices: A theory of vocational personalities and work environments (3rd ed.). Psychological Assessment Resources.
2. National Center for O*NET Development. (n.d.). O*NET OnLine. U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Retrieved August 2026, from https://www.onetonline.org/
3. U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. (1979). Guide for occupational exploration. U.S. Government Printing Office.
4. Gottfredson, G. D., Holland, J. L., & Ogawa, D. K. (1982). Dictionary of Holland occupational codes. Consulting Psychologists Press.