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Myers-Briggs: INFP - Introverted In Feeling Perceving

INFP - Introverted Intuitive Feeling Perceiving

Idealistic, loyal to their values and to people who are important to them. Want an external life that is congruent with their values. Curious, quick to see possibilities, can be catalysts for implementing ideas. Seek to understand people and to help them fulfill their potential. Adaptable, flexible, and accepting unless a value is threatened.

  

Common Work Related Strengthes

  • Eagerness to think "outside of the box"
  • Ability to work well independently
  • Ability to see the "big picture" and implications
  • Perceptiveness about peoples' needs and motivations
  • Adaptability and ability to quickly shift gears
  • Ability to work extremely well with people one-on-one

 

Common Work Relate Weaknesses

  • Need to control projects, or lose interest in them
  • Tendency to be disorganized
  • Difficulty setting priorities
  • Reluctance to follow traditional ways of doing things
  • Idealistic nature, which may result in unrealistic expectations
  • Difficulty working in competitive or tension-filled environments
  • Lack of discipline and follow through on important details
  • Impatience working with structures or people who are too rigid
  • Tendency to be unrealistic about how long things take

Indeed Career Guide Job Compatibiity

Idealist (INFP)

INFPs are quiet and prefer not to talk about themselves. They enjoy spending time alone in quiet places. They love analyzing signs and symbols and enjoy getting lost in their imagination and daydreams. In professional environments, INFPs seek to learn new things and change the world. While they usually bring intensity and enthusiasm to projects, they often find it challenging to sustain their excitement for long periods of time. If you are an INFP, some careers you may want to consider are:

Careers

  • Activist
  • Architect
  • Artist
  • Actor
  • Counselor
  • Church Worker
  • Editor
  • Fashion Designer
  • Graphic/Web Designer
  • Human Resources
  • Journalist
  • Librarian
  • Mediator
  • Missionary
  • Musician
  • Minister
  • Psychologist/Counselor
  • Photographer
  • Physical Therapist
  • Researcher
  • Speech Pathologist
  • Social Worker
  • Translator/Interpreter
  • Teacher/Professor
  • Video Editor
  • Writer