5. Overview
Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligence asks an
interesting question. As a culture, should we wonder more
about how intelligent people are or, instead, how they are
intelligent. Gardner theorized that all people draw from
eight different forms of intelligence, but to different
degrees. He further theorized that there may be even
more forms of intelligence, such as existential intelligence.
Here is a brief rundown of each of the eight main forms of
multiple intelligence and examples of jobs that utilize each
form of intelligence.
6. Musical Intelligence
Musical Intelligence, as the name suggests, has to do with
music and musical traits. Typically, people with high
musical intelligence will have very good rhythm and will
usually be able to sing or play an instrument very well.
Examples of jobs that use Musical Intelligence are…
• Singers
• Conductors
• Composers
• DJs
7. Bodily Kinesthetic
Intelligence
When it comes to matters of the body and how it
works, people who excel in Bodily Kinesthetic Intelligence
will usually stand out. The skills usually linked to Bodily
Kinesthetic Intelligence are good timing and a high capacity
for “Muscle Memory”. Examples of jobs that use Bodily
Kinesthetic Intelligence are…
• Actors
• Surgeons
• Soldiers
8. Logical-Mathematical
Intelligence
Problem solving, mathematical equations, and scientific
thinking all utilize the Logical-Mathematical Intelligence.
Chances are people who enjoy chess or math class are
likely to have high Logical-Mathematical Intelligence.
Examples of jobs that use Logical-Mathematical
Intelligence are…
• Science or Math Teachers
• Scientists
• Computer Programmers
9. Linguistic Intelligence
Another case where the name explains the skills, Linguistic
Intelligence deals with language and communication.
People with high intelligence in this category often have
very good verbal recall and a very robust vocabulary.
Examples of jobs that use Linguistic Intelligence are…
• Writers
• Language Teachers
• Editors
• Translators
10. Spatial Intelligence
Spatial reasoning and configuring can escape a lot of
people, but not those with Spatial Intelligence. If you find
yourself enjoying a puzzle, you might be one of those
people. Examples of jobs that use Spatial Intelligence are…
• Artists
• Architects
• Database Managers
• Home Design
11. Naturalist Intelligence
Naturalists find peace and intrigue in nature, along with
having a natural talent for understanding nature and the
environment. People who can take very good care of plants
or animals will likely have a large Naturalist Intelligence
score. Examples of jobs that use Naturalist Intelligence
are…
• Botanists
• Veterinarians
• Nature Guides
• Zoo Workers
12. Interpersonal Intelligence
When interacting with other people, we draw upon our
Interpersonal Intelligence for cues on how to act, and how
to read and react to others. How easily you can tell a
person’s mood or motivations are signs of Interpersonally
Intelligent you are. Examples of jobs that use Interpersonal
Intelligence are…
• Social Workers
• Teachers
• Psychologists
• Caretakers
13. Intrapersonal Intelligence
In contrast to Interpersonal, Intrapersonal Intelligence has
to do with ones understanding of themselves.
Philosophical and Critical thinking and analysis are
common forms of Intrapersonal Intelligence. Examples of
jobs that use Intrapersonal Intelligence are…
• Authors
• Philosophers
• Psychologists