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ESFP Description
If your personality type is ESFP then you direct your energy primarily towards the outer world of actions and
spoken words. You get things done, and get them done quickly, and you prefer doing things with and for peop
You seek to live life to the full and create experiences for others as well. You enjoy solving urgent problems,
such as fire-fighting or trouble shooting.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ESFP is the perceptive one of Sensing. This
means you like looking at information in terms of facts and details, focusing more on the here and now rather
than possibilities for the future. You feel comfortable in areas with which you are already familiar (as opposed
uncharted territory) and you tend to take a realistic approach.
The perceptive Sensing function is extraverted. That is, sensing is used primarily to govern the outer world of
people and things. Therefore, you probably seek experience and enjoy the world as it is, paying attention (and
responding) to current events (as opposed to future possibilities). You tend to be pragmatic, so life tends to b
succession of events where you get things done and have a constructive impact on the people around you.
The Sensing function is primarily supported by introverted Feeling judgement. That is, feeling judgement is us
primarily to manage the inner world of thoughts and emotions. This will modify the way that the (outer world)
Sensing function is directed, by focusing it on relationships and facts concerning people. Therefore, not only d
you get a sense of achievement from what you do yourself, but you enjoy doing things with others and derive
satisfaction from the team's achievement.
ISTJ Description
If your personality type is ISTJ then you direct your energy primarily towards the inner world of ideas and
information. You try to clarify concepts and information, seeking to have as clear a knowledge as possible. Yo
often place a lot of trust in experience, but also envisage future goals providing there is a clear pathway to th
goal.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ISTJ is the perceptive one of Sensing. This
means you like looking at information in terms of facts and details, focusing more on the here and now rather
than possibilities for the future. You feel comfortable in areas of proven experience, and take a realisticapproach.
The perceptive Sensing function is introverted. That is, Sensing is used primarily to govern the inner world of
thoughts and emotions. You seek to develop a realistic understanding of the world as it is, in the light of what
you observes. You are pragmatic in nature, constantly learning to adapt to the world as it is now, and are
continually expanding your inner store of facts, information and experience.
The Sensing function is primarily supported by extraverted Thinking judgement. That is, thinking judgement is
used primarily to manage the outer world of actions and spoken words. This will modify the way that the (inne
world) Sensing is directed, by focusing it on impersonal facts and logical options. You tend to spot flaws and
injustices, and make decisions on the basis of logical analysis that support your understanding of the world.
ISFJ Description
If your personality type is ISFJ then you direct your energy primarily towards the inner world of thoughts and
emotions. You try to clarify ideas and information, particularly when it relates to people and important
relationships. You are a quiet, serious observer of people, and are probably both conscientious and loyal.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ISFJ is the perceptive one of Sensing. This
means you take a realistic approach, like looking at information in terms of facts and details, focus more on th
here and now rather than possibilities for the future, and feel comfortable in areas of proven experience.
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The perceptive Sensing function is introverted. That is, Sensing is used primarily to govern the inner world of
thoughts and emotions. You seek to develop a realistic understanding of people as they are now and, being
pragmatic in nature, adapt to the world as it is rather than trying to effect too much change. You observe in a
subjective way, selecting and relating facts that others might not, whilst seeing those facts more in terms of
their significance rather than pure 'data'.
The Sensing function is primarily supported by extraverted Feeling judgement. That is, Feeling judgement is
used primarily to manage the outer world of actions and spoken words. This will modify the way that the (inne
world) Sensing is directed, by focusing it on ideas and information that relate to people. You feel appreciation
the contributions of others, and probably express it, particularly where they have done or said something that
you see as significant.
ISTP Description
If your personality type is ISTP then you direct your energy primarily towards the inner world of thoughts (and
maybe, emotions). You analyse situations and come up with explanations of how things work. You prefer deal
with tangible problems and proven experience - you often enjoy solving organisational problems that need to
thought through.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ISTP is the judging one of Thinking. This
means you like making decisions on the basis of logic, using objective considerations, and are concerned withtruth, principles and justice. You are analytical and critical, tending to see the flaws in situations and you usua
(though not always) take an objective approach when dealing with people or problems.
The judging Thinking function is introverted. That is, Thinking is used primarily to govern the inner world of
thoughts and emotions. As an ISTP you will therefore spend time thinking analytically, organising thoughts on
logical basis and developing an understanding of the principles involved in a situation. You may spontaneousl
tend to feel critical of a person or situation, but not necessarily express that criticism. Also, although you are
inwardly decisive, you may not communicate your decisions to others (so they don't always realise when you'
made your mind up). You tend to think mostly about impersonal issues, focusing more on practical concepts,
truth and how things work rather than dwelling on people's feelings and emotions.
The Thinking function is primarily supported by extraverted Sensing perception. That is, sensing perception isused primarily to manage the outer world of actions and spoken words. This will modify the way that your
Thinking function is directed, by focusing your (inner world) Thinking on understanding practical or mechanica
problems, rather than intangible, theoretical constructs. Also, you tend to be swayed by the relevant facts tha
support your logical analysis (rather than going with pure hunches).
ISFP Description
If your personality type is ISFP then you direct your energy primarily towards the inner world of thoughts and
emotions. You give importance to particular beliefs or opinions, particularly those that relate to people that yo
know and current experiences. You tend to take a caring and sensitive approach to others.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ISFP is the judging one of Feeling. This mea
you make decisions on the basis of personal values, are appreciative and accepting of people - enjoying
company and seeking harmony. You assess the impact of your decisions on others, are sympathetic and
compassionate, and take a friendly, personal approach.
The judging Feeling function is introverted. That is, Feeling is used primarily to govern the inner world of
thoughts and emotions. The ISFP will therefore develop an inner emotional life that is often unseen to others,
is experienced as intense. You have a strong sense of values, which are often not expressed, which you use to
emotionally accept or reject various aspects of life. Although you feel appreciation towards others, you may n
express it that often.
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The Feeling function is primarily supported by extraverted Sensing perception. That is, sensing perception is
used primarily to manage the outer world of actions and spoken words. This will modify the way that the (inne
world) Feeling is directed, by focusing it on current relationships and people. For example, through one-to-one
discussions and fact-based conversation, you seek to enjoy the company of those you know and, being
concerned for their well-being and happiness, you seek to help people in practical ways .
INTJ Description
If your personality type is INTJ then you direct your energy primarily towards the inner world of thoughts andemotions. You use your imagination to come up with new ideas, possibilities and perspectives. You organise
your life on a logical basis, and produce plans and strategies to put your ideas into practice.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an INTJ is the perceptive one of iNtuition. This
means you like looking at information from a global viewpoint, spotting new patterns and relationships that le
to an understanding of the key issues. You focus more on possibilities for the future than the here-and-now, a
you enjoy intellectual challenges and variety.
The perceptive iNtuition function is introverted. That is, iNtuition is used primarily to govern the inner world o
thoughts and emotions. You may therefore seek to develop a understanding of how the world can be, wanting
understand the patterns underlying your observations of the world around you and the way in which the team
organisation works. You are strategic in nature, wanting to establish a clear vision towards which you and theteam are working, though you tend not to involve others in the development of that vision.
The iNtuition function is primarily supported by extraverted Thinking judgement. That is, Thinking judgement
used primarily to manage the outer world of actions and words. This will modify the way that the (outer world
iNtuition is directed, by focusing it on ideas and possibilities that relate to structures, systems and concepts.
Inwardly you maintain a long term vision but, rather than communicating this vision directly, it may tend to
surface in the form of criticism of ideas and situations that do not conform to your vision.
INTP Description
If your personality type is INTP then you direct your energy primarily towards the inner world of thoughts and
ideas. You structure and organise your ideas, coming up with theories and explanations to explain new areas
scientific research or experience. You often seek to understand the full complexity of any situation and enjoy
solving difficult intellectual problems.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an INTP is the judging one of Thinking. This
means you like making decisions on the basis of logic, using objective considerations, and are concerned with
truth, principles and justice. You are analytical and critical, tending to see the flaws in situations, and take an
objective, detached approach.
The judging Thinking function is introverted. That is, thinking is used primarily to govern the inner world of
thoughts and emotions. You will therefore spend time thinking analytically to develop an understanding of the
principles involved in a situation. You may tend to spontaneously feel critical of a person or situation, but not
necessarily express that criticism. Also, you are inwardly decisive, but you do not necessarily communicate
those decisions to others. You think mostly about impersonal issues, focusing more on concepts, truths and
systems rather than individuals' feelings.
The Thinking function is primarily supported by extraverted iNtuitive perception. That is, iNtuitive perception
used primarily to manage the outer world of actions and spoken words. This will modify the way that the
Thinking is directed, by focusing the (inner world) Thinking on understanding possibilities for the future,
perceiving patterns in information to support your logical analysis. You may therefore have a keen interest in
experimental approaches that have the potential to reveal new principles.
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INFJ Description
If your personality type is INFJ then you direct your energy primarily towards the inner world of thoughts and
emotions. You use your imagination to come up with new ideas, possibilities and insights, especially in relatio
to people and important beliefs. You are often good at developing insight into people, though that insight can
often remain unexpressed.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an INFJ is the perceptive one of iNtuition. This
means you like looking at information from a global viewpoint, spotting patterns and relationships, that leads
an understanding of the key issues. You tend to focus more on possibilities for the future than the here-and-n
and you enjoy gaining insights into people and where they may be going in the future.
The perceptive iNtuition function is introverted. That is, iNtuition is used primarily to govern the inner world o
thoughts and emotions. You therefore seek to develop a deep understanding of people, relating your
observations of people to underlying aspects of the human psyche, that everyone shares. You are strategic in
nature, wanting to establish a clear vision towards which you are working, though that vision is somewhat
private, as you tend not to involve others in its development.
The iNtuition function is primarily supported by extraverted Feeling judgement. That is, feeling judgement is
used primarily to manage the outer world of actions and spoken words. This will modify the way that the (inne
world) iNtuition is directed, by focusing it on ideas and possibilities that relate to people. You will therefore ten
to express appreciation rather than criticism of other team members' contributions, particularly when their
actions have supported your own ideals/vision.
INFP Description
If your personality type is INFP then you direct your energy primarily towards the inner world of thoughts and
emotions. You give importance to particular ideas or beliefs, focusing on those things that you believe in most
strongly. You prefer dealing with patterns and possibilities, especially for people. You prefer to undertake wor
that has a meaningful purpose.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an INFP is the judging one of Feeling. This mea
you make decisions on the basis of personal values, are appreciative and accepting of people - enjoyingcompany and seeking harmony. You assess the impact of your decisions on others, are sympathetic or
compassionate (though others may not see it), and take a personal approach.
The judging Feeling function is introverted. That is, feeling is used primarily to govern the inner world of
thoughts and emotions. You may therefore develop an inner emotional life that is unseen to others, but is
experienced as intense. You retain a strong sense of values, which are often not expressed, and you emotiona
accept or reject various aspects of life. You may feel appreciation towards others, but do not often express it.
The Feeling function is primarily supported by extraverted iNtuitive perception. That is, iNtuitive perception is
used primarily to manage the outer world of actions and spoken words. This will modify the way that the (inne
world) Feeling is directed, by focusing it on ideas and possibilities for people, looking for meaningful
relationships based on unconscious/hidden factors.
ESTJ Description
If your personality type is ESTJ then you direct your energy primarily towards the outside world of actions and
spoken words. You introduce a logical organisation and structure into the way things are done. You prefer
dealing with facts and the present, and are likely to implement tried and trusted solutions to practical problem
in a businesslike and professional manner.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ESTJ is the judging one of Thinking. This
means you like making decisions on the basis of logic, using objective considerations, are concerned with trut
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principles and justice, are analytical and critical, tending to see the flaws in situations, and take an objective
approach.
The judging Thinking function is extraverted. That is, thinking is used primarily to govern the outer world of
actions and spoken words. You are therefore likely to organise life and work on a logical basis - classifying,
ordering, and directing facts and situations. You tend to be decisive, with the aim of being just and fair, and a
comfortable with conflict as a way of resolving problems. You are professional rather than personal in your
approach, tending to focus more on systems and organisational needs than each individuals' feelings.
The Thinking function is primarily supported by introverted Sensing perception. That is, sensing perception is
used primarily to manage the inner world of thoughts and emotions. This will modify the way that (outer worldThinking is directed, by focusing it on practical decisions that lead to tried and trusted ways of organising or
solving problems. Your decisions tend to be focused on immediate considerations - e.g.: short term costs and
benefits, and the next step.
ESTP Description
If your personality type is ESTP then you direct your energy primarily towards the outer world of actions and
spoken words. You solve problems, take action and actualise ideas and concepts - bringing them to fruition. Y
are therefore an action oriented problem solver, and often prefer to work with tangible outcomes or practical
organisational issues.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ESTP is the perceptive one of Sensing. This
means you like looking at information in terms of facts and details, focus more on the here and now rather th
possibilities for the future, feel comfortable in areas of proven experience, and take a realistic approach.
The perceptive Sensing function is extraverted. That is, Sensing is used primarily to govern the outer world of
actions and spoken words. You therefore probably seek to experience and enjoy the world as it is, being very
responsive to current events and, being pragmatic in nature, life tends to be a succession of events. You keep
looking for problems to solve and are in your element when you are up against an urgent problem or trouble-
shooting.
The Sensing function is primarily supported by introverted Thinking judgement. That is, thinking judgement isused to manage the inner world of thoughts and emotions. This will modify the way that the (outer world)
Sensing is directed, by focusing it on impersonal facts and logical options. Therefore, what gives you a buzz is
not so much the being part of a team but dealing with practical problems, sorting out the crisis, and having a
positive impact.
ESFJ Description
If your personality type is ESFJ then you direct your energy primarily towards the outer world of actions and
spoken words. You seek to build harmony in personal relationships, engender team spirit and be an
encouragement to others. You like dealing with people, and organise life on a personal basis.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ESFJ is the judging one of Feeling. This mea
you make decisions on the basis of personal values, are appreciative and accepting of people, enjoy company
and seek harmony. You assess the impact of your decisions on others, are sympathetic or compassionate, and
take a personal and friendly approach.
The judging Feeling function is extraverted. That is, Feeling is used primarily to govern the outer world of peo
and things, or actions and spoken words. You therefore tend to seek stable, harmonious relationships, and ten
to adapt to the environment - taking on board those values that are held as important by friends and family, o
society as a whole. You are likely to express the appreciation that you feel towards others, consider their
feelings before your own. You may be sensitive to praise and criticism, and seek to conform to others'
reasonable expectations.
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The Feeling function is primarily supported by introverted Sensing perception. That is, sensing perception is
used primarily to manage the inner world of thoughts and emotions. This will modify the way that the (outer
world) Feeling is directed, by focusing the it on current relationships and people, e.g.: through social events a
fact-based conversation, finding practical ways to help others.
ENTJ Description
If your personality type is ENTJ then you direct your energy primarily towards the outer world of actions and
spoken words. You organise and structure the world according to logical principles, tending to control life byorganising systems and people to meet task oriented goals and trying to improve the way things are done.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ENTJ is the judging one of Thinking. This
means you like making decisions on the basis of logic, using objective considerations, and are concerned with
truth, principles and justice. You are analytical and critical, tending to see the flaws in situations, and take a
task-oriented approach in your dealings with people.
The judging Thinking function is extraverted. That is, thinking is used primarily to govern the outer world of
actions and spoken words. The ENTJ will therefore organise life in on a logical basis, classifying, ordering, and
directing facts and situations. You are probably decisive, with the aim of being just and fair, and comfortable
with conflict as a way of resolving problems. In your work you probably take an impersonal approach,
spontaneously tending to criticise, and focusing more on systems and organisational needs than eachindividuals' feelings.
The Thinking function is primarily supported by introverted iNtuitive perception. That is, iNtuitive perception is
used primarily to manage the inner world of thoughts and emotions. This will modify the way that the Thinkin
directed, by focusing the (outer world) Thinking on creative decisions that lead to change and new possibilitie
orchestrating the outward organisation in support of some overall purpose or strategy.
ENTP Description
If your personality type is ENTP then you direct your energy primarily towards the outer world of actions and
spoken words. You try to create new potential, changing things to see if any improvement can be made, and
generally work towards a better future. You often challenge the status quo and instigating change.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ENTP is the perceptive one of iNtuition. This
means you like looking at information from a global viewpoint, spotting new patterns and relationships, that le
to an understanding of the key issues. You tend to focus more on possibilities for the future than the here-and
now, and you enjoy change, challenge, and variety.
The perceptive iNtuition function is extraverted. That is, iNtuition is used primarily to govern the outer world o
actions and spoken words. You therefore try ideas out in practice, to explore new possibilities and discover, by
experience, which ones work. You prefer to change procedures to see if any improvement can be made, rathe
than just operate them. You therefore take an evolutionary approach to development, perhaps with an eye on
the strategy which can change. You are more interested in exploring ideas than bringing them to closure.
The iNtuition function is primarily supported by introverted Thinking judgement. That is, thinking judgement is
used primarily to manage the inner world of thoughts and emotions. This will modify the way that the iNtuitio
directed, by focusing the (outer world) iNtuition on ideas and possibilities that relate to systems and concepts
Inwardly, you tend to spot the flaws in situations, people or ideas but, tather than expressing that criticism
directly, it may surface in the form of contradictory ideas and possibilities. You also apply logical analysis to th
new patterns or possibilities you discover, enabling you to understand quickly the underlying principles in a
situation.
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ENFJ Description
If your personality type is ENFJ then you direct your energy primarily towards the outer world of actions and
spoken words. You try to build harmony in important personal relationships. Your life is organised on a person
basis, seeking to develop and promote personal growth in people you value.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ENFJ is the judging one of Feeling. This mea
you make decisions on the basis of personal values and are appreciative/accepting of people. You enjoy
company and seek harmony, assess the impact of decisions on others, and you are sympathetic or
compassionate, taking a personal approach.
The judging Feeling function is extraverted. That is, feeling is used primarily to govern the outer world of actio
and spoken words. You will therefore seek stable, harmonious relationships, tend to adapt to the environment
and take on board those values that are held as important by friends and family, or society as a whole. You te
to express the appreciation that you feel towards others, consider others' feelings before your own. You are
sensitive to praise and criticism, and seek to accommodate others' (reasonable) expectations as far as possib
The Feeling function is primarily supported by introverted iNtuitive perception - that is, iNtuitive perception is
used primarily to manage the inner world of thoughts and emotions. This will modify the way that your Feeling
directed, by focusing it on ideas and possibilities for people, looking for meaningful relationships, aiming to
understand people, and gain insight into their personality and motivation.
ENFP Description
If your personality type is ENFP then you direct your energy primarily towards the outer world of actions and
spoken words. You seek to develop new potential, explore new possibilities and create new situations that yie
the expectation of something better. You often enjoy work that involves experimentation and variety.
The most important mental muscle (or 'dominant function') for an ENFP is the perceptive one of iNtuition. This
means you like looking at information from a global viewpoint and spotting patterns and relationships that lea
to an understanding of the key issues. You focus more on possibilities for the future than the here-and-now, a
enjoy change, challenge, and variety.
The perceptive iNtuition function is extraverted. That is, iNtuition is used primarily to govern the outer world o
actions and spoken words. ENFPs try ideas out, wanting to explore new possibilities and discover, by experien
which ones work. Also, ENFPs tend to change procedures to see if any improvement can be made, rather than
just operate them. Their approach is one of evolutionary development, but with an eye on the strategy, being
more interested in exploring ideas than bringing them to closure.
The iNtuition function is primarily supported by introverted Feeling judgement. That is, Feeling judgement is
used primarily to manage the inner world of thoughts and emotions. This will modify the way that the iNtuitio
directed, by focusing the (outer world) iNtuition on ideas and possibilities that relate to people. Although you
inwardly appreciate the contributions of others, you may not express it that often. You (internally) reject any
options that clearly conflict with your values - though, again, that rejection might not be expressed or seen to
others.
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