After studying about Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligence, our class took a test to find out what our multiple intelligences were. It was no surprise that logical-mathematical and musical would be the lowest on my list. I have had a math tutor since I was in the 4th grade and my dad ended my musical career by singing “Smelly Cat” from the show Friends the occasional times I would practice playing my guitar. He actually offered me money to stop playing and taking lessons. I scored the highest in interpersonal intelligence, which has to do with the interaction of others. I completely agree with this statement because I prefer to work on group projects and I learn best by working with others and in discussions. As a New College student I take seminar courses which are discussion based classes. My interpersonal intelligence probably explains why I enjoy and excel in my seminar classes. My most memorable classes have been the classes where we sit in a semicircle or on the quad and discuss readings and personal experiences. Jobs that are recommended for people with interpersonal intelligences are psychologists, counselors, and salesmen. Although I agree with the characteristics of an interpersonal intelligence, these aren’t careers that I would pursue. My goal is to be an event planner in the sports industry. Even though these are completely different careers they posses some of the same essential qualities like having good organizational skills, effective communication skills, and to be able to resolve conflicts. Being aware of my natural talents will help become a better student and future employee by changing the way I look at the world around me.
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