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This research investigates how the vividness of one's mental imagery correlates with specific career trajectories. Data from a large-scale survey indicates that individuals with aphantasia, or the inability to visualize, frequently pursue roles in technical and scientific fields. Conversely, those with highly active imaginations, known as hyperphantasics, are more likely to find success in creative and artistic industries. The text suggests that a deficit in visual thought may actually foster a greater capacity for abstract logic and complex reasoning. Ultimately, these findings highlight how neurological differences shape the way humans process information and choose their professional paths.