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Myers-Briggs: ESTP - Extroverted Sensing Thinking Perceiving

ESTP - Extroverted Sensing Thinking Perceiving

Flexible and tolerant, they take a pragmatic approach focused on immediate results. Theories and conceptual explanations bore them - they want to act energetically to solve the problem. Focus on the here-and-now, spontaneous, enjoy each moment that they can be active with others. Enjoy material comforts and style. Learn best through doing.

     

Common Work Related Stengths

  • Keen powers of observation
  • Ability to see what needs to be done and be realistic about what is necessary to complete a task
  • Enjoyment in initiating and promoting projects
  • Ability to adapt well to change and shift gears quickly
  • Team player
  • Practical
  • Process-oriented
  • Flexibility, willingness to take risks, and try new approaches
  • Willingness to accept differences and the ability to go "with the flow"

Common Work Related Weaknesses

  • Difficulty working alone, especially for extended periods of time
  • Failure to prepare in advance
  • Difficulty prioritizing projects and organizing time
  • Tendency to be blunt and insensitive towards the feelings of others
  • Inability to see opportunities and options that do not currently exist
  • Dislike of excessive rules and bureaucracy
  • Resistance to setting long-term goals and difficulty meeting deadlines

Indeed Career Guide Job Compatibility

Doer (ESTP)

ESTPs have a strong need for social interaction, logical processes and reasoning, feelings and emotions and freedom. ESTPs are logical thinkers and enjoy using data and patterns to make decisions. They naturally seek out new opportunities and are passionate about their pursuits. This often leads them towards success and new opportunities. They have the diligence and innovation needed to keep up with challenges but a routine can quickly become tiresome. Careers that are ideal for ESTPs include:

Careers

  • Agent
  • Auditor
  • Civil Engineer
  • Computer Technician
  • Corrections Officer
  • Computer Tech Support
  • Detective
  • Developer of Electronic Games
  • Entrepreneur 
  • Farmer
  • Military
  • Marketer
  • Network Specialist
  • Project Manager
  • Police Officer
  • Real Estate Developer
  • Sales Representative