Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence theory says there isn't one kind of "smart" — there are nine. Here's what each one actually looks like in everyday life, and where it tends to lead.
The ability to use words well — spoken and written — to express ideas, persuade, and make sense of complex information through language.
The capacity to reason, calculate, and work through problems in ordered, logical steps — spotting patterns others miss along the way.
The ability to think in images, visualize accurately, and understand how objects relate to each other in space.
Skill in controlling body movement and handling objects with precision — learning by doing rather than just reading or hearing about it.
Sensitivity to rhythm, pitch, tone and musical patterns — and the ability to recognize, reproduce and create them.
The ability to understand other people — their moods, motivations and intentions — and to work with them effectively.
A deep, accurate understanding of your own emotions, motivations and goals — and the ability to use that self-knowledge to guide decisions.
The ability to recognize, categorize and draw connections between elements in the natural world.
Sensitivity to and interest in the big questions of human existence — purpose, meaning, and the "why" behind things.
Reading about them is one thing. Seeing your own profile across all nine — with a personalized report on your strengths, learning style and career fit — is another.
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