One of the most common questions someone can ask you when you first meet is “What do you do for a living?” Whether you’re happy to talk about your work or you’d rather change the subject, the question can feel rather forward and may have a hidden agenda. It often feels like someone is asking, “What are you worth?” 

There’s another component to the question that you have to consider as well: how much information are you willing to give this person? If your industry or position is unfamiliar, you may bore most people with the details. However, if you give a vague answer such as “I do a lot of things” or “I’m in the service industry,” studies show that people will think you aren’t very........

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