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Myers-Briggs: ISFJ - Introverted Sensing Feeling Judging

ISFJ

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 Workplace Strenghts

  • Great depth of focus and concentration
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to create harmonious relationships
  • A practical and realistic attitude
  • Accuracy with facts and attention to details
  • Supportive of others
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Loyalty and comfort working within a traditional structure
  • Management of sequential, repetitive tasks or procedures
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Common sense and realistic perspective

Common Work Related Weaknesses

  • Tendency to underestimate own value
  • Reluctance to embrace new and untested ideas
  • Sensitivity to criticism
  • Desire to focus on details and the present rather than implication and the future
  • Tendency to take too much on
  • Difficulty adapting or switching gears quickly
  • Tendency to be overwhelmed by too many projects or tasks at the same time
  • Propensity to become discouraged if no longer feeling needed or appreciated
  • Difficulty changing one's mind or position once a decision has been made

Indeed Career Guide Job Compatibility

Nurturer (ISFJ)

ISFJs are philanthropists who enjoy giving back and returning generosity with even more generosity. They value harmony and cooperation, are sensitive to others’ feelings, and are warm and kind-hearted. ISFJs have a strong work ethic and are dedicated to their duties. They are conscientious and methodical workers and strive to create and maintain orderly environments. Ideal careers for this personality type are:

Careers

  • Artist
  • Accountant
  • Administrator
  • Auditor
  • Actor
  • Business Analyst
  • Bookkeeper
  • Banker
  • Counselor
  • Career Counselor
  • Church Worker
  • Doctor
  • Designer
  • Entrepreneur
  • Editor
  • Economist
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Human Resources
  • Librarian
  • Marketer
  • Office Manager
  • Psychologist/Counselor
  • Researcher
  • Scientist
  • Senior Manager
  • Social Worker
  • Trainer
  • Writer