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Myers-Briggs: INFJ - Introverted Intuitive Feeling Judging

INFJ - Introverted Intuitive Feeling Judging

​Seek meaning and connection in ideas, relationships, and material possessions. Want to understand what motivates people and are insightful about others. Conscientious and committed to their firm values. Develop a clear vision about how best to serve the common good. Organized and decisive in implementing their vision.

                                 

Common Work Related Stengths

  • Focus on projects of interest
  • Decisiveness and strong organizational skills
  • Creativity and ability to come up with original solutions
  • Empathy and the ability to appreciate others' needs
  • Perspective to see the "big picture" and future implications
  • Ability to understand complex concepts
  • Genuine interest in others and talent for helping others grow and develop
  • Drive to be productive and reach goals

 

Common Work Related Weaknesses

  • Single-mindedness can result in inflexibility  
  • Unrealistic sense of how long things take
  • Tendency to be impractical about viability or feasibility of some ideas
  • Difficulty working in competitive or tension-filled environments
  • Difficulty dealing with conflict
  • Reluctance to change plans or directions quickly
  • Tendency to be judgmental

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Counselor (INFJ)

INFJs are usually idealists who have a profound way of looking at the world. They usually don’t take things at the surface level or accept things as they are. They are often overflowing with ideas and creative imagination. When it comes to careers, they appreciate peaceful work environments and are deep thinkers who appreciate challenges at work. They are empathetic and caring, helpful and insightful. If you are an INFJ, some jobs you may want to consider are:

Careers

  • Actor
  • Artist
  • Alternative Medicine
  • Clergy
  • Consultant
  • Church Worker
  • Chiropractor
  • Child Development
  • Doctor
  • Dentist
  • Designer
  • Entrepreneur
  • Educational Consultant
  • Human Resources
  • Librarian
  • Musician
  • Marketer
  • Missionary
  • Psychologist/Counselor
  • Photographer
  • Psychiatrist
  • Systems Analyst
  • Social Worker
  • Trainer
  • Teacher/Professor
  • Writer