I have taken the Myers Briggs quite a few times – but most recently two years ago when I returned to Northwestern. The results to the test show that I’m about as strong of an ENFP as they come – after reading the following, I think most will agree!
(I took the official MBTI, but the link above should give a good indication of your type – feel free to leave it in the comments!)
ENFP Extravert, Intuitive, Feeling, Perceiving
ENFPs represent approximately 6-7% of the American population.
Potential Strengths
ENFPs are energized by new ideas and possibilities. They are intrigued with anything original and out of the ordinary. Curious, energetic, and creative they like and need to talk about their ideas to stay interested in them and make them real. Free spirits by nature, ENFPs are not especially impressed with authority and like considering unconventional approaches. Spontaneous, adaptable, and playful people, ENFPs love a challenge and are confident in their ability to find ways to solve problems creatively. Frequently non-conformists, ENFPs admire others who also march to their own beat. Because they love meeting new people, ENFPs usually have a large and varied group of friends. They work hard to keep relationships alive and often have friendships lasting many years. Warm, gentle, and sympathetic, ENFPs are interested in helping others make the most of their talents. They want a lot of affirmation from others, and readily give appreciation and support
Potential Weaknesses
Because ENFPs are most interested in possibilities, they tend to ignore or avoid anything that has already been done or requires routine maintenance. They much prefer the new and novel and are so eager to get onto the next challenge that they may leave projects unfinished or disorganized. Not especially realistic, ENFPs rarely even notice the routine details or common facts around them. They often have trouble paying attention and focusing on just one thing at a time and can sometimes be irresponsible with their commitments.
Since ENFPs like juggling more than one thought, activity, or person at a time, they sometimes rush through activities and find themselves over-committed socially and professionally. Their reluctance to rule out options or eliminate interesting possibilities means they sometimes miss opportunities because they didn’t commit ahead of time. Without outside stimulation, ENFPs often find themselves stagnating. They need to get out in the world and have fun with other people to recharge their batteries.
As An ENFP, I Am Good At…
• Seeing unique ways of solving problems
• Working with all kinds of people as part of a team
• Applying my various experiences and skills to new fields of interest
• Understanding other people and getting them excited about my ideas
• Being flexible, accommodating, and easy to work with
I Need To Watch My Tendency To…
• Get sidetracked or become distracted by something more interesting
• Not prepare properly ahead of time
• Become bored or disinterested if I have to work alone
• Be sloppy with details or facts
• Leave projects unfinished because I have moved onto something new
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Found these after posting – QUITE interesting!
ENFP – The Visionary
ENFP Relationships
