We surveyed 719 woodworkers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical woodworker. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a woodworker?
Low
High
Working as a woodworker typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a woodworker?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a woodworker typically depends predominantly on qualities you’re born with, with a small aspect of skills you can learn.
Is it easy to get a job as a woodworker?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a woodworker.
Do woodworkers work full-time or part-time?
55% of woodworkers work in full-time roles while 45% work part-time.
Is being a woodworker stressful?
Low
High
Woodworkers tend not to find their jobs stressful, which likely contributes positively to career satisfaction.
Is being organized important as a woodworker?
Low
High
Some level of organization is generally required to be a woodworker.
How competitive is the workplace for woodworkers?
Low
High
Competition at work is not common for woodworkers.
Does being a woodworker require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Woodworkers will have to sometimes face time pressure on the job.
Are woodworkers allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Woodworkers are afforded a certain level of ability to express themselves creatively, compared to other careers.
Do woodworkers have control over the direction of their work?
Low
High
While sometimes the direction is set, occasionally woodworkers will have some flexibility over the direction of their work.
Is being a woodworker physically demanding?
Low
High
Being a woodworker may occasionally require demanding physical activity, which may make it not a suitable career choice for everyone.
Are woodworkers exposed to a wide variety of work?
Low
High
Woodworkers tend to have a monotonous work routine, with little variety in their day-to-day tasks.
Does being a woodworker require attention to detail?
Low
High
Attention to detail isn't necessarily required to be successful as a woodworker.
Does being a good woodworker require compassion and empathy?
Low
High
The ability to be compassion and empathetic isn't considered fundamental to success as a woodworker.