Individuals with a “thing” motivation are primarily drawn to the objects and elements present in a setting or environment. Their focus tends to revolve around acquiring, possessing, or accumulating items—whether they are physical like gadgets, clothing, food, or money, or non-physical such as titles, awards, or social status.

These individuals often keep up with the latest technology and enjoy collecting the best and most modern products. They tend to be enthusiastic consumers, sometimes to the point where they need extra space just to store their belongings. When expressing affection or appreciation, they often do so by giving gifts.

Ideal career paths for them might include roles in souvenir retail, collection management, technology-related fields, or equipment maintenance.

They might say something like, “We tried that new restaurant and the chairs were shaped like giant mushrooms! I immediately thought they’d look amazing on our pine deck next to the Weber electric grill.”