The free online ‘Myers-Briggs Type Indicator test’ revealed that of the sixteen personality types, I have the personality type described as the ‘Extraverted iNtuitive Feeling Judging’ or ENFJ. President Abraham Lincoln, President Barrack Obama, T.V. personality Oprah Winfrey, and my favorite chubby then slim (then plump again) actress, Kirstie Alley, are all examples of ENFJ personality types. I feel honored and privileged to share the same personality type of this esteemed collection of individuals. This paper will discuss the strengths and weakness of having the ENFJ personality style, and also how it is applied in the workplace.
To commence the discussion, it should be specified, that the personality test is beneficial because it causes …show more content…
According to Merriam Webster’s dictionary, “Pedagogues are teachers, schoolmaster; especially: a dull, formal, or pedantic (unimaginative or dull)” (Merriam-Webster, 2015). ENFJs are said to have tremendous power to manipulate others with their phenomenal interpersonal skills. However, it’s not usually manipulation. ENJFs are global learners with expansive focus. They are able to juggle many different responsibilities or projects simultaneously while being able to see the bigger picture. They have tremendous entrepreneurial ability with phenomenal organization and decisiveness skills. The weaknesses of an ENFJ can be troubling in life or the workplace.
With regards to, ENFJs weaknesses they are putting others first and therefore neglecting themselves and their own needs for others. They have thinner psychological boundaries than most and are at increased risk of being wounded or even exploited by less thoughtful people. Too often they take on the burdens of others and it is usually more than they can bear. ENJFs are feelers. In other words, they lead with their hearts and get their feelings …show more content…
The recommendations provide great insight about a meaningful career with someone with the ENFJ personality type. The careers that I have worked in previously are social work, psychology, and counseling. With an eye toward the future, my long term goal is to become an educator. So, for me this personality test provided me with a wealth of valuable information that helped affirm my career
To commence the discussion, it should be specified, that the personality test is beneficial because it causes …show more content…
According to Merriam Webster’s dictionary, “Pedagogues are teachers, schoolmaster; especially: a dull, formal, or pedantic (unimaginative or dull)” (Merriam-Webster, 2015). ENFJs are said to have tremendous power to manipulate others with their phenomenal interpersonal skills. However, it’s not usually manipulation. ENJFs are global learners with expansive focus. They are able to juggle many different responsibilities or projects simultaneously while being able to see the bigger picture. They have tremendous entrepreneurial ability with phenomenal organization and decisiveness skills. The weaknesses of an ENFJ can be troubling in life or the workplace.
With regards to, ENFJs weaknesses they are putting others first and therefore neglecting themselves and their own needs for others. They have thinner psychological boundaries than most and are at increased risk of being wounded or even exploited by less thoughtful people. Too often they take on the burdens of others and it is usually more than they can bear. ENJFs are feelers. In other words, they lead with their hearts and get their feelings …show more content…
The recommendations provide great insight about a meaningful career with someone with the ENFJ personality type. The careers that I have worked in previously are social work, psychology, and counseling. With an eye toward the future, my long term goal is to become an educator. So, for me this personality test provided me with a wealth of valuable information that helped affirm my career