How do I figure out what I am good at ?

#career #help

I have been trying to write my resume recently. I have been in IT (working in service based currently) for 5 years now and I am planning to switch to something new. Through out my 5 years I have worked as Service Support analyst, Developer and as DBA but now I kinda of conflicted on what should I try for next.

How do I figure out what I am good at ?
Every time I watch people on linkedin and think about it I feel like I haven't had expertise in anything throughout these 5 years, I have always adapted to the role which was presented to me. But now that I have to present what I have done so far and what I need to aim for next I feel very hesitant, confused, conflicted.

Would appreciate any advice.

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Tracy Gilmore • Mar 28 • Edited

Hi, I cannot offer a specific answer to your question but I doubt anyone can. I will, however, offer some questions to ask yourself, which might help you discover the answer.

From your previous experience, was there an activity/task that you enjoyed doing (not the results but the action itself)? Don't consider the technical task but the softer skills.
Do you like solving puzzles?
Are you a stickler for detail?
Do you prefer to work alone or with a small team?
Do you like to be in at the start of a project?
Do you like to be in a project to the very end?
Do you prefer the unique nature of projects or would you prefer to follow a well defined project?

I hope this helps and best of luck.