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Research: These Are the Most Common Worker Types in Indonesia

Vika Azkiya Dihni 25/04/2022 16:00 WIB

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The dominant worker type in Indonesia is Operator, representing 23%. Individuals of this type work because they want to achieve goals/earn money, not for self-actualization.

Types of Indonesian Workers Based on Bain & Company Research (2022)

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Types of Indonesian Workers Based on Bain & Company Research (2022)

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The global consulting firm, Bain & Company, released a report titled "The Working Future: More Human, Not Less" in January 2022.

The research reveals the types of workers in 10 surveyed countries, including Indonesia. According to the research, there are six types of Indonesian workers.

The dominant type of Indonesian worker is the *operator*, representing 23%. People of this type work simply to achieve goals/earn money, not for self-actualization. They generally do not strive to stand out in their workplace.

The next type of Indonesian worker is the *giver*, representing 21%. People of this type tend to be selfless, caring, helpful, and highly empathetic.

Then, there are 16% of Indonesian workers who are of the *artisan* type. They enjoy being appreciated for their skills and focus on the skills they will develop.

Next is the *strivers* type, representing 16%. This type refers to people who are driven, competitive, and possess a leadership spirit.

There is also the *pioneer* type, representing 13%, referring to visionary leaders. They always strive to achieve the vision that constitutes their primary goal or direction.

Finally, 11% of Indonesian workers are of the *explorer* type. They prefer to seek new experiences and often explore different jobs.

This research was conducted on 20,000 workers and included in-depth interviews with over 100 people in 10 countries: the United States, Germany, France, Italy, Japan, China, India, Brazil, Indonesia, and Nigeria.

Editor : Annissa Mutia

"Disclosure: This is an AI-generated translation of the original article. We strive for accuracy, but please note that automated translations may contain errors or slight inconsistencies."

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