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The following is a summation of information relating to the Myers-Briggs categories as found here: https://www.16personalities.com/

Analysts

INTJ (“Architect”) Imaginative and strategic thinkers, with a plan for everything (e.g., Blaise Pascal).

Strengths: Quick and imaginative and strategically minded, high self-confidence, independent and decisive, hard-working and determined, open-minded, Jacks-of-all-Trades

Weaknesses: Arrogant, judgmental, overly analytical, loathe highly structured environments, clueless in romance.

INTP (“Logician”) Innovative inventors with an unquenchable thirst for knowledge (e.g., Albert Einstein).

Strengths: Great Analysts and Abstract Thinkers, Imaginative and Original , Open-Minded , Enthusiastic, Objective, Honest and Straightforward

Weaknesses: very private and withdrawn, Insensitive, Absent-minded, Condescending, Loathe Rules and Guidelines, Second-Guess Themselves.

ENTJ (“Commander”) Bold, imaginative and strong-willed leaders, always finding a way – or making one (e.g., Steve Jobs).

Strengths: Efficient, Energetic, Strong-Willed, Strategic Thinkers, Charismatic and Inspiring

Weaknesses: Stubborn and Dominant, Intolerant, Impatient, Arrogant, Poor Handling of Emotions, Cold and Ruthless

ENTP (“Debater”) Smart and curious thinkers who cannot resist an intellectual challenge (e.g., Thomas J. Watson).

Strengths: Knowledgeable, Quick Thinkers, Original, Excellent Brainstormers, Charismatic.

Weaknesses: Very Argumentative. Insensitive, Intolerant, Can Find It Difficult to Focus, Dislike Practical Matters

Diplomats

INFJ (“Advocate”) Quiet and mystical, yet very inspiring and tireless idealists (e.g., Johann Wolfgang von Goethe).

Strengths: Creative, Insightful, Inspiring and Convincing, Decisive, Determined and Passionate, Altruistic.

Weaknesses: Sensitive, Extremely Private, Perfectionistic, Always Need to Have a Cause, Can Burn Out Easily.

INFP (“Mediator”) Poetic, kind and altruistic people, always eager to help a good cause (e.g., J.R.R. Tolkien).

Strengths: Idealistic, Seek and Value Harmony, Open-Minded and Flexible, Very Creative, Passionate and Energetic, Dedicated and Hard-Working.

Weaknesses: Too Idealistic, Too Altruistic, Impractical, Dislike Dealing With Data, Take Things Personally, Difficult to Get to Know.

ENFJ (“Protagonist”) Charismatic and inspiring leaders, able to mesmerize their listeners (e.g., David Deida).

Strengths: Tolerant, Reliable, Charismatic, Altruistic, Natural Leaders,

Weaknesses: Overly Idealistic, Too Selfless, Too Sensitive, Fluctuating Self-Esteem, Struggle to Make Tough Decisions.

ENFP (“Campaigner”) Enthusiastic, creative and sociable free spirits, who can always find a reason to smile (e.g., Oriah Mountain Dreamer).

Strengths: Curious, Observant, Energetic and Enthusiastic, Excellent Communicators, Know How to Relax, Very Popular and Friendly.

Weaknesses: Poor Practical Skills, Find it Difficult to Focus, Overthink Things, Get Stressed Easily, Highly Emotional, Independent to a Fault.

Sentinels

ISTJ (“Logistician”) Practical and fact-minded individuals, whose reliability cannot be doubted. (e.g., George Washington).

Strengths: Honest and Direct; Strong-willed and Dutiful; Very Responsible; Calm and Practical; Create and Enforce Orderl Jacks-of-all-trades

Weaknesses: Stubborn; Insensitive; Always by the Book; Judgmental; Often Unreasonably Blame Themselves

ISFJ (“Defender”) Very dedicated and warm protectors, always ready to defend their loved ones. (e.g., Brian Tracy).

Strengths: Supportive, Reliable and Patient; Imaginative and Observant; Enthusiastic, Loyal and Hard-Working; Good Practical Skills

Weaknesses: Humble and Shy; Take Things Too Personally; Repress Their Feelings; Overload Themselves; Reluctant to Change; Too Altruistic

ESTJ (“Executive”) Excellent administrators, unsurpassed at managing things – or people. (e.g., Edmund Burke).

Strengths: Dedicated; Strong-willed; Direct and Honest; Loyal, Patient and Reliable; Enjoy Creating Order; Excellent Organizers

Weaknesses: Inflexible and Stubborn; Uncomfortable with Unconventional Situations; Judgmental; Too Focused on Social Status; Difficult to Relax; Difficulty Expressing Emotion

ESFJ (“Consul”) Extraordinarily caring, social and popular people, always eager to help. (e.g., Deborah Day).

Strengths: Strong Practical Skills; Strong Sense of Duty; Very Loyal; Sensitive and Warm; Good at Connecting with Others

Weaknesses: Worried about Their Social Status; Inflexible; Reluctant to Innovate or Improvise; Vulnerable to Criticism; Often Too Needy; Too Selfless

Explorers

ISTP (“Virtuoso”) Bold and practical experimenters, masters of all kinds of tools.

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ISFP (“Adventurer”) Flexible and charming artists, always ready to explore and experience something new.

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ESTP (“Entrepreneur”) Smart, energetic and very perceptive people, who truly enjoy living on the edge.

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ESFP (“Entertainer”) Spontaneous, energetic and enthusiastic people – life is never boring around them.

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