Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®
INTJ: Introverted Intuitive, Inventive Leader
Introverted
Intuitive
Thinking
Judging
While profiling as an introvert, my public professional career has taught me how to perform well in public settings. Colleagues are often surprised I profile as an introvert.
I am publicly posting my Myers-Briggs results because I believe transparency and honesty are the first steps to self-improvement and integrity. Sharing these results is also informative for my teammates, and will allow us to work together optimally. None of us are perfect, so it is important that we know our weaknesses as well as our strengths so we can allow those around us to help bring out our best and fill in the gaps.
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.”
– Brené Brown
Below is more about my style.
Features
Autonomous and being “outside the box”
Analytical, long-term perspective
Systems thinker, theoretical, global
Organized, firm and efficient
Visionary, innovative and original
Intellectual and reflective
Tough-minded
Areas where I am consciously working on improvement
May struggle with those who are not self-driven or who are “high-maintenance”
May be impatient when others don't see what he sees
Might neglect explaining things to others
May assume that others see “the same thing”
Can be single-minded at the expense of other priorities
High task-orientation and may not see others’ contributions
Stressors
Over commitment
Dealing only with details (needs to see big picture)
Ignorance and incompetence
Too much extroverting
Poor performance / lack of follow-through
Keys to balance
“Alone” time to recharge and reflect
Have a routine, organized work environment
Emphasize physical health
Seek and accept help with the details
Receive expressions of concern from others
Set less ambitious goals and self-expectations
