16 personality types
INTJThe Strategist
You tend to be independent, far-sighted and keen to improve how things are done. You want to understand why, and then find a better way yourself.
Key traits
- Works alone with focus; needs no noise.
- Often sees new methods and the long-term picture.
- Decides by reason and by results.
- Likes a clear plan and finishes it.
Strengths
- Finds faster ways that take less effort.
- Sticks to the goals you set.
- Learns new work quickly once the principle is clear.
- Stays calm and clear-headed during incidents.
Room to grow
- Explain ideas in plain words for others.
- Mind colleagues' feelings when giving feedback.
- Be patient with steps that must follow the rules.
Communication
- Likes brief exchanges with clear reasons.
- Dislikes being told again what is already understood.
- Takes feedback best when it is logical with evidence.
Teamwork
- Fits roles that plan, improve and solve hard problems.
- Does better when given a goal and free to choose the method.
The 16 types
- ISTJThe Reliable Doer
- ISFJThe Caretaker
- INFJThe Insightful Listener
- INTJThe Strategist
- ISTPThe Practical Fixer
- ISFPThe Sensitive Observer
- INFPThe Values Keeper
- INTPThe Explainer
- ESTPThe Quick Mover
- ESFPThe Energiser
- ENFPThe Inspirer
- ENTPThe Idea Tester
- ESTJThe Organiser
- ESFJThe Connector
- ENFJThe Team Builder
- ENTJThe Goal Leader
Take the test to find your type
Written by UR JOBS; not the official MBTI® assessment.