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For INTJs, Owning a Business Can Be a Blessing—Or a Curse

27 November 2017 / By Kenneth Tran

When we think of entrepreneurs, what comes to mind? We tend to think of somebody who is friendly, fun to be around, quick thinking, brave, creative and a natural leader.

What I’m describing here are the ways in which ENTJs (the Commanders) and ENTPs (the Visionaries) are good at business. There are also a number of other personality types that spring to mind when we think about these energetic entrepreneurial types.

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Categories: Careers for Your Type, INTJ

What’s the Formula for a Satisfying INFJ Career?

20 November 2017 / By Bo Miller

Most INFJs long for a career that lines up with their personal vision and profound sense of mission. They want to employ their insight into the human mind as well as their abundant creativity to make the world a better place.

For eight years, I've taught elementary school. It's been a good fit for me in many ways, but it’s also been challenging. I work with people all day long, teach the same content every year, and have to manage 25 students from 9:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. By the end of each day, I’m physically exhausted.

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Categories: Finding the Right Career, INFJ

9 Essential Self-Care Steps for the Over-Committed Idealist

13 November 2017 / By Deborah Ward

Are you passionate about self-improvement? Are you always striving to reach your own potential, but care just as much about the personal development of everyone else? Creative, caring and curious, you will go to any length to find your purpose in life and help others find theirs. If this describes you, then you are an Idealist.

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Categories: Personal Growth, Self-Discovery, INFJ, INFP, ENFP, ENFJ

8 Ridiculous Rules About Dating a Rational

06 November 2017 / By Jayne Thompson

Rationals are one of the four Keirsey temperament groups, comprising the personality types ENTJ, INTJ, ENTP and INTP. These temperaments share the qualities of being abstract thinkers who approach situations in a theory-focused, pragmatic mode. Getting a Rational to open up and show their tender side can be as challenging as the toil of Sisyphus ... and one that you might just find intriguing.

How do you connect with a partner who is known more for his brilliant mind than his brilliant romance? Here are 8 ridiculous but essential lessons for dating Rationals.

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Categories: Personalities in Love, INTJ, INTP, ENTP, ENTJ

10 Unforgivable Sins of ENTJs

30 October 2017 / By Jayne Thompson

Full disclosure: I'm married to an ENTJ. And, at 53% Introverted, 47% Extraverted, my own personality is running dangerously close to the ENTJ cliff edge. So excuse me if I have a soft spot for these cut-to-the-chase innovators that exude confidence and drive.

But as much as I like ENTJs, I couldn't eat a whole one. There are certain things about them that just rub people up the wrong way. Here are the 10 "unforgivable sins" of ENTJs .... with a little commentary as to why they're not the heartless, bossy, puppy kickers they're made out to be. 

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Category: ENTJ

You Can't Handle the Truth! An INTJ's Guide to Being Honest Without Being Contemptible

16 October 2017 / By Jayne Thompson

"Politeness, n: The most acceptable hypocrisy."

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Categories: Personal Growth, INTJ

Why Millennials Are So Obsessed with Personality Types

09 October 2017 / By Jayne Thompson

According to some definitions, the youngest Millennial will turn 21 this year. The earliest born among them is fast-pushing 40 - not old, but getting on a bit. Old enough, certainly, to resent the label 'Millennial' and all the pejorative stereotypes that come with it. Millennials are variously described as entitled, self-interested, tough to manage, narcissistic, unfocused, lazy and 'precious snowflakes' who can't handle criticism and want everything handed to them on a silver platter. 

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Category: Self-Discovery

Shoulds Introverts Act Extraverted to be Successful?

02 October 2017 / By Megan Malone

One of the biggest lies about introversion is that an Introvert, with enough practice, can turn into an Extravert. For a long time, this misconception was supported, even encouraged, by everyone from psychologists to business professionals. Fortunately, we have enough research and information about introversion and extraversion today to know that these are fixed personality traits. An Introvert can’t turn into an Extravert, and shouldn’t feel pressured to do so.

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Category: Personality At Work

Things I Wish I Knew About The INTJ Confidence Gap

26 September 2017 / By Jayne Thompson

Just about six years ago, I started looking into personality theory. I was skeptical, curious and enthusiastic about finding a system that could help me understand the stranger aspects of human behavior. I hoped it would be the cornerstone of my success as I prepared to transition from one career into another. And it was, to a point.

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Categories: Personal Growth, INTJ

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