Neil Strauss

Because it's so easy to medicate our need for self-worth by pandering to win followers, 'likes' and view counts, social media have become the metier of choice for many people who might otherwise channel that energy into books, music or art - or even into their own Web ventures.

American Author

Vikram Seth

I spent many years of my life as an economist and demographer. I was finally distracted by writing my novels and poetry. I'm enormously happy that was the case. I feel that with writing I have found my metier.

Indian Novelist

Herta Muller

Through writing, one experiences something different to what one experiences with the five senses one has because language is a different metier.

German Novelist

Kevin Kline

I can play characters who sing, but I don't like singing in a nightclub or something. It's not my metier.

American Actor

Yves Saint Laurent

I just tried to be an artist in my own metier.

French Designer

Use 'metier' to emphasize someone's exceptional skill in a field or activity.

Skill Highlight

'Metier' often implies that the person not only excels in the activity but also enjoys it.

Positive Connotation

'Metier' can refer to hobbies or roles that a person is particularly good at, not just paid work.

Not Just Jobs

'Metier' often indicates a job or activity that aligns with someone's innate abilities.

Natural Aptitude

= when describing one's metier, it's often associated with a high level of fulfillment and satisfaction.

Career Satisfaction

'Metier' can be closely tied to a person's identity and sense of self, particularly in their career.

Professional Identity

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