Your Type is

ENFJ
Extraverted Intuitive Feeling Judging
Strength of the preferences %
67 25 12 33

Even more than the other Idealists,Teachers have a natural talent for leading students or trainees
toward learning, or as Idealists like to think of it, they are capable of calling forth each learner's
potentials. Teachers (around two percent of the population) are able - effortlessly, it seems, and
almost endlessly-to dream up fascinating learning activities for their students to engage in. In some
Teachers, this ability to fire the imagination can amount to a kind of genius which other types find
hard to emulate. But perhaps their greatest strength lies in their belief in their students. Teachers
look for the best in their students, and communicate clearly that each one has untold potential, and
this confidence can inspire their students to grow and develop more than they ever thought
possible.

In whatever field they choose, Teachers consider people their highest priority, and they instinctively
communicate personal concern and a willingness to become involved. Warmly outgoing, and
perhaps the most expressive of all the types, Teachers are remarkably good with language,
especially when communicating in speech, face to face. And they do not hesitate to speak out and
let their feelings be known. Bubbling with enthusiasm, Teachers will voice their passions with
dramatic flourish, and can, with practice, become charismatic public speakers. This verbal ability
gives Teachers a good deal of influence in groups, and they are often asked to take a leadership
role.

Teachers like things settled and organized, and

will schedule their work hours and social
engagements well ahead of time -- and they
are absolutely trustworthy in honoring these
commitments. Valuing as they do interpersonal
cooperation and harmonious relations,
Teachers are extraordinarily tolerant of others,
are easy to get along with, and are usually
popular wherever they are.

Teachers are highly sensitive to others, which

is to say their intuition tends to be well
developed. Certainly their insight into
themselves and others is unparalleled. Without
a doubt, they know what is going on inside
themselves, and they can read other people
with uncanny accuracy. Teachers also identify
with others quite easily, and will actually find
themselves picking up the characteristics,
emotions, and beliefs of those around them.
Because they slip almost unconsciously into
other people's skin in this way, Teachers feel
closely connected with those around them,
and thus show a sincere interest in the joys
and problems of their employees, colleagues,
students, clients, and loved ones.

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YOUR TYPE
E N F J
Strength of the
preferences %
67 25 12 33
Jung Career Indicator™ determines careers most suitable for your
type from personality type standpoint. Based on your personality type,
the following is a list of your most suitable occupations along with
some examples of educational institutions, where you can receive a
relevant degree or training. Please click institution name for more
information. Invite your friends to discover most suitable for them
careers.
Career Educational Institutions
Social Service

Counseling

Psychology

Social Work

Education

Public Health
Physician
Science/Technical

Science
 Computer
Programming

Management

Management

Fashion Merchandising

Politics

Famous people of your particular type

Bill Clinton, Tony Blair, Clara Barton (Founder of the American Red
Cross), Ronald Reagan

Extraverted iNtuitive Feeling Judging
by Joe Butt

Profile: ENFJ
Revision: 3.0
Date of Revision: 23 Feb 2005

ENFJs are the benevolent 'pedagogues' of humanity. They have tremendous charisma by
which many are drawn into their nurturant tutelage and/or grand schemes. Many ENFJs have
tremendous power to manipulate others with their phenomenal interpersonal skills and unique
salesmanship. But it's usually not meant as manipulation -- ENFJs generally believe in their
dreams, and see themselves as helpers and enablers, which they usually are.
ENFJs are global learners. They see the big picture. The ENFJs focus is expansive. Some can
juggle an amazing number of responsibilities or projects simultaneously. Many ENFJs have
tremendous entrepreneurial ability.

ENFJs are, by definition, Js, with whom we associate organization and decisiveness. But they
don't resemble the SJs or even the NTJs in organization of the environment nor occasional
recalcitrance. ENFJs are organized in the arena of interpersonal affairs. Their offices may or
may not be cluttered, but their conclusions (reached through feelings) about people and
motives are drawn much more quickly and are more resilient than those of their NFP
counterparts.

ENFJs know and appreciate people. Like most NFs, (and Feelers in general), they are apt to
neglect themselves and their own needs for the needs of others. They have thinner
psychological boundaries than most, and are at risk for being hurt or even abused by less
sensitive people. ENFJs often take on more of the burdens of others than they can bear.

TRADEMARK: "The first shall be last"

This refers to the open-door policy of ENFJs. One ENFJ colleague always welcomes me into his
office regardless of his own circumstances. If another person comes to the door, he allows
them to interrupt our conversation with their need. While discussing that need, the phone
rings and he stops to answer it. Others drop in with a 'quick question.' I finally get up, go to
my office and use the call waiting feature on the telephone. When he hangs up, I have his
undivided attention!
Functional Analysis:

Extraverted Feeling
Extraverted Feeling rules the ENFJ's psyche. In the sway of this rational function, these folks
are predisposed to closure in matters pertaining to people, and especially on behalf of their
beloved. As extraverts, their contacts are wide ranging. Face-to-face relationships are intense,
personable and warm, though they may be so infrequently achieved that intimate friendships
are rare.

Introverted iNtuition
Like their INFJ cousins, ENFJs are blessed through introverted intuition with clarity of
perception in the inner, unconscious world. Dominant Feeling prefers to find the silver lining in
even the most beggarly perceptions of those in their expanding circle of friends and, of course,
in themselves. In less balanced individuals, such mitigation of the unseemly eventually
undermines the ENFJ's integrity and frequently their good name. In healthier individuals, deft
use of this awareness of the inner needs and desires of others enables this astute type to win
friends, influence people, and avoid compromising entanglements.
The dynamic nature of their intuition moves ENFJs from one project to another with the
assurance that the next one will be perfect, or much more nearly so than the last. ENFJs are
continually looking for newer and better solutions to benefit their extensive family, staff, or
organization.

Extraverted Sensing
Sensing is extraverted. ENFJs can manage details, particularly those necessary to implement
the prevailing vision. These data have, however, a magical flexible quality. Something to be
bought can be had for a song; the same something is invaluable when it's time to sell. (We
are not certain, but we suspect that such is the influence of the primary function.) This
wavering of sensory perception is made possible by the weaker and less mature status with
which the tertiary is endowed.

Introverted Thinking
Introverted Thinking is least apparent and most enigmatic in this type. In fact, it often
appears only when summoned by Feeling. At times only in jest, but in earnest if need be,
Thinking entertains as logical only those conclusions which support Feeling's values. Other
scenarios can be shown invalid or at best significantly inferior. Such "Thinking in the service of
Feeling" has the appearance of logic, but somehow it never quite adds up.

Introverted Thinking is frequently the focus of the spiritual quest of ENFJs. David's lengthiest
psalm, 119, pays it homage. "Law," "precept," "commandment," "statute:" these essences of
inner thinking are the mysteries of Deity for which this great Feeler's soul searched.

Famous ENFJs:
David, King of Israel
U.S. Presidents:
Abraham Lincoln
Ronald Reagan
Barack Obama

William Cullen Bryant, poet

Abraham Maslow, psychologist and proponent of self-actualization
Ross Perot
Sean Connery
Elizabeth Dole
Francois Mitterand
Dick Van Dyke
Andy Griffith
James Garner
William Aramony, former president of United Way
Gene Hackman (Superman, Antz)
Dennis Hopper (Speed)
Brenda Vaccaro
Craig T. Nelson (Coach)
Diane Sawyer (Good Morning America)
Randy Quaid (Bye Bye, Love; Independence Day)
Tommy Lee Jones (The Fugitive)
Kirstie Alley ("Cheers," Look Who's Talking movies)
Michael Jordan, NBA basketball player
Johnny Depp (Pirates of the Caribbean)
Oprah Winfrey
Bob Saget America's Funniest Home Videos, Full House
Julia Louis-Dreyfus ("Seinfeld")
Ben Stiller (The Royal Tenenbaums)
Peyton Manning, Indianapolis Colts quarterback
Matthew McConaughey (The Wedding Planner)
Pete Sampras, Tennis Champion
Lauren Graham ("Gilmore Girls")
Ben Affleck (The Sum Of All Fears)
John Cusack (High Fidelity)

Fictional ENFJs:
Joe Hackett, Wings

Finding Your Passion or What Makes a Job Right for You?

Idealists - Finding Meaning and Unique Identity

In this five-part series, we're examining each personality type and job fit. Idealists are the most
likely of all types to resonate with the Boomer phrase, "Finding Your Passion." Idealists strive to find
Meaning and Unique Identity in their lives.

The Idealists are the group most attuned to values and seeking the greater good. Famous Idealists
are Martin Luther King, Jr., Mahatma Ghandi, and Oprah Winfrey.

Of all the Idealists, the Teacher (ENFJ) is the most likely

to seek leadership positions in the private or public sector.
The Teacher is drawn to careers in education or social
services, such as college professor, high school teacher,
social worker, or non-profit director. In business they are
often trainers, sales managers, recruiters, or executives.
Since they are good at building relationships, they may be
fund raisers or recruiters. They also are found in jobs such
as a health advisor, clergy, facilitator, or counselor. Says
Rene, "It's very important to me to really connect with my students. I need to feel that I am making
a difference in their lives."

The Counselor (INFJ) is a more private person than the Teacher. They, too, can be found in the
field of education as a professor , teacher, counselor, or educational consultant. Sometimes they
feel a strong calling toward the religious life as clergy, nun, or director of religious education. Social
service jobs, such as social worker, social scientist, or mediator can fit their needs. Some
Counselors work in human services, marketing, or as a job analyst. Others are drawn to the arts as
a novelist, designer, or artist. Says Benito, "My art is very personal. It expresses who I am at the
same time reaching out to draw the viewer in. My art changes the viewer's perspective of reality."

People naturally confide in the Champion (ENFP). That's why they make such good mediators,
counselors, teachers, consultants, and reporters. Any position that outreaches to others can fit the
Champion. They can be columnists, journalists, publicists, copy writers, advertising account
executives. In the arts they can be character actors, cartoonists, art educators. If they choose jobs
such as restaurateur, be sure that their business sites will be unique and designed for a particular
type of customer. Don't be surprised to see them as an inventor. This type of personality wants to
experience the whole of life and may change careers more often than many other types. Says
Charles, "I've had a number of jobs and when there is nothing left to create, I move to something
new. I want my life to be spiced with newness, love, and joy."

The most sensitive of the Idealists is the Healer (INFP). While their list of jobs may echo that of
other Idealists, they are more drawn to express their own unique vision of the world than all other
types, so their work cannot help but be unique. They interpret their visions in the world of music,
art, entertainment, or dance. As a professor or teacher, counselor or social worker, they often
unlock the mysteries of life for those they encounter. In business they are drawn to organizational
development and human resources careers. They may have a religious calling or seek work as a
librarian. Their careers need to be in alignment with their personal values. Says Kay, "I chose health
education so I could touch the lives of others to help them make better choices about their lives. I
know I've done some good."

All Idealists seek to have a life of meaning, to help themselves and others grow to be the best that
they can be. They do not want to be a copycat of someone else, but want to be seen as a unique
and valuable individual.

People want to have a life that gives them a sense of personal satisfaction. Here are links for the
other three temperaments:

• Guardians - Finding Membership and Belonging

• Artisans - Finding Freedom and Action
• Rationals - Finding Knowledge and Competence