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The Activist/Moralist
 
Of all the types, the Activist/Moralist is most defined by idealism, passion and enthusiasm. They have a sincerity, enthusiasm and optimism which inspires and captivates others. They rely on inner guidance to settle their dilemmas in life. Their faith is critical to their sense of well-being. Professional theme – “I believe.”

Characteristics – Idealistic, devoted, single-minded, earnest, sincere, humble, persistent, able to arouse/inspire/persuade, optimistic, relentless, selfless, altruistic, die-hard, forceful, hardworking, tireless.

Challenges – Overbearing, intolerant of others’ ideas, rigid, given to unreasoned devotion, blind faith, fanaticism, emotionalism, over-excitable, gullible, self-abasing, impractical.

Core motivation – To make a difference and validate oneself (and avoid one’s life as insignificant or lacking in purpose).

Vocational qualities – When they have a goal or vision, they exude the enthusiasm, idealistic commitment and singlemindedness to make it a reality. Tireless and unrelenting, they tend to honor and pursue their object with fervor and passion.

Career Options

    Anti-discrimination lawyer
    Bar association professionalism counsel
    Bar association disciplinary counsel
    Child advocacy lawyer
    Civil rights lawyer
    Constitutional lawyer
    Defamation lawyer
    Expert witness on legal ethics or lawyer standard of care
    Foreign adoption lawyer
    Foundation or nonprofit lawyer
    Geriatric/elder law lawyer
    Immigration lawyer
    Judge
    Law or university professor
    Legal columnist/commentator
    Legislator
    Lobbyist
    Nonprofit executive director or counsel
    Politician
    Public defender prosecutor
    Public interest lawyer

Angelique Electra, JD/MBA – Ms. Electra is a Denver-based career coach who created the JurisDoctor Profiles™, a self-assessment instrument designed to help lawyers identify and actualize individual strengths in their personal and professional lives. Contact – www.TheJurisDoctor.com.

 

 
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