人によって、適正のある職業はまったく異なる。私の場合は、単純作業や事務仕事が大嫌いだ。IT戦略を考えたりするのは大好きだが、そのような仕事は最初のITコンサルティング会社ではできなかった。若手は、大量の「ブルシット・ジョブ」を任せられる。具体的には、システム設定や文書作成、テスト、バグ（障害）つぶし、夜間ジョブ監視などだ。IT戦略などは出世してからでないと任せてもらえないのだ。私は、IT戦略を立案して顧客の業務改革をカッコよく進めるコンサルタントに憧れていたのに、私の考えはただの幼稚な幻想だったことに気づき、失意のままコンサルティングファームを退職した。

Appropriate occupations vary depending on the person. In my case, I hate simple tasks and office work. I love thinking about IT strategy, but I couldn't do that kind of work at my first IT consulting company. Young people are entrusted with a large number of "bullshit jobs." Specifically, this includes system settings, document creation, testing, bug squashing, and night job monitoring. They cannot be entrusted with matters such as IT strategy until after they have been promoted. I had longed to be a consultant who would create IT strategies and promote business reforms for clients in a cool way, but I realized that my ideas were just childish fantasies, and left my consulting firm disappointed.

何が言いたいか？高学歴層の中には、ブルシット・ジョブに向いた人と向いていない人がいるのだ。私の場合はまったく適正が無かった。逆に、人とのコミュニケーションが苦手で、コツコツ作業するのが好きな人もいる。そうした人は、経理事務やプログラマーなどが向いているだろう。

東大卒業生のイブリースさんが、公認会計士はブルシット・ジョブの帝王と書かれていた。あまり、ブルシット・ジョブなどと言いたくはないのだが（あまり良くない表現なので）、それでも、私も同じような印象を持っている。

難関資格職の双璧である弁護士の場合、訴訟での活躍が必須だ。訴訟の場合、どのように話せば効果的かなど、会話の戦略を考える必要がある。そのため、ブルシット・ジョブとは言えない。

だが、監査法人に勤務する公認会計士の場合は、ブルシット・ジョブの側面が強いと感じる。なので、コミュニケーションよりもコツコツと事務作業を進めるのが得意な人は、監査法人に務めると良いと思う。

問題は、ブルシット・ジョブに向かない人だ。営業などは良いだろう。事務よりもコミュニケーションが優先される。しかし、営業はノルマがキツイ。ストレス耐性が強くないと務まらない。高学歴層でも体育会系出身でないと営業は厳しいかもしれない。

理系の研究開発はどうか？しかし、意外と研究開発も、コツコツと実験データを積み上げる地道な仕事の側面がある。

結局は、ブルシット・ジョブに向かない人は、営業をやるしかないのかと思える。大学教授やYouTuberもいいかな？（成功するのは難しいが）自分がブルシット・ジョブに向くのか向かないのか早めに自己分析して、向かない場合はストレス耐性とコミュニケーション能力を鍛えるしかない。

Bullshit Jobs and High-Achieving Individuals: An Analysis

Introduction

In his 2013 book, "Bullshit Jobs," David Graeber defines a bullshit job as a "form of paid employment that is so completely pointless, unnecessary, or pernicious that even the employee cannot justify its existence." He argues that these jobs are increasingly common in the modern economy, and that they have a negative impact on both individuals and society as a whole.

In this essay, I will discuss the implications of bullshit jobs for high-achieving individuals. I will argue that these individuals are particularly vulnerable to the negative effects of bullshit jobs, and that they need to be aware of the risks involved in pursuing such jobs.

The Problem with Bullshit Jobs

There are several reasons why bullshit jobs can be so harmful. First, they can lead to a sense of alienation and meaninglessness. When people feel like their work is pointless, they are less likely to be motivated or engaged in their jobs. This can lead to low morale, decreased productivity, and increased turnover.

Second, bullshit jobs can contribute to stress and anxiety. When people feel like they are constantly under pressure to perform meaningless tasks, they can become overwhelmed and stressed. This can lead to physical and mental health problems, such as burnout, depression, and anxiety.

Third, bullshit jobs can stifle creativity and innovation. When people are constantly bogged down in administrative tasks and paperwork, they have less time and energy to focus on creative or innovative work. This can lead to a stagnant and unproductive work environment.

The Risks for High-Achieving Individuals

High-achieving individuals are particularly vulnerable to the negative effects of bullshit jobs. This is because they are often driven by a desire to succeed and make a difference in the world. When they find themselves in a bullshit job, they can feel frustrated and disillusioned. They may start to question their abilities and their worth, which can lead to a decline in self-confidence and self-esteem.

In addition, high-achieving individuals are often more likely to be perfectionists. This can make them even more susceptible to the stress and anxiety associated with bullshit jobs. They may feel like they need to constantly prove themselves and that they can never make a mistake. This can lead to burnout and other mental health problems.

Avoiding Bullshit Jobs

There are a few things that high-achieving individuals can do to avoid bullshit jobs. First, they need to be aware of the signs of a bullshit job. Some common red flags include:

• A lack of clear purpose or meaning

• A focus on administrative tasks and paperwork

• A lack of opportunities for creativity or innovation

• A high-pressure work environment

• A lack of support from management

If you are considering a job, it is important to ask yourself some tough questions. What is the purpose of the job? What will you be doing on a day-to-day basis? Will you have the opportunity to use your skills and talents? Will you be able to make a difference?

If you are not sure about the answers to these questions, it is probably best to avoid the job. There are plenty of other jobs out there that are more meaningful and rewarding.

Conclusion

Bullshit jobs are a serious problem in the modern economy. They can have a negative impact on both individuals and society as a whole. High-achieving individuals are particularly vulnerable to the negative effects of bullshit jobs. They need to be aware of the risks involved in pursuing such jobs and take steps to avoid them.