The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

1. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Predicting Observable Behavior

2. Class Writing Activity

3. MBTI = preference • We can operate out of all 16 types • Live more comfortably - less stress

4. SO WHAT IS THE MBTI ? The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is a tool for understanding our own Personality Type and that of others.Different does not equal “wrong.”

5. Indicator - not test No “right” or “wrong” answers “Normal” behavior ... not under duress or substance Preferences...not competencies, skills, or intelligence None is better or worse than another

6. History of the MBTI • Was developed by Katherine C. Briggs and her daughter Isabel Myers • Started in 1920s and after rigorous research, validity, and reliability testing, it was published in 1975 • Translated into 16 languages and taken by over 2 million people per year • Based on the work of Swiss psychologist Carl Jung, who described personality type preferences.

7. Carl Jung’sTheory of Psychological TypesIs perception reality?

10. THEORY BEHIND MBTI • Perception • Subjective vs. Objective • Judgment • Orientation • Conclusions

11. MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE INDICATOR SCALE E......………orientation of energy.…….……..I S……....… assimilate information …..……..N T…..….… arriving at conclusions ……….....F J….......…lifestyle orientation ………….......P ___________________________________________ 50 40 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50

12. People who prefer Extroversion… • Focus their energy and attention outwardly • Are interested in the world of people and things • Receive energy from interacting with people and from taking action • People who prefer Introversion… • Focus their energy and attention inwardly • Are interested in the world of thoughts and reflections • Receive energy from within themselves

13. Interesting Tendencies I vs. E • Americans are equally divided • Extroverts “usually” talk more & louder • Strong cultural bias in favor of extroverts

14. Communication Styles Extroversion Introversion Communicate energy and enthusiasm Seek opportunities to talk with groups Prefer face-to-face rather than email Talk about people & things in external environment Keep energy and enthusiasm inside Seek to communicate one-on-one Prefer written communication or email over face-to-face Verbalize ideas only that have been thought through

15. Work Preferences Extroversion Introversion Like quiet and private space for conversation & work Like to think before they act, sometimes not acting Develop ideas alone through quiet reflection Like working by themselves, or occasionally in small groups Like participating actively Often impatient with long, slow jobs or tasks Develop ideas by talking with others Like having people around and working in teams

16. Shyness vs. Introversion Shy Introvert Not Shy Extrovert

17. Extroverts see Introverts as: • secretive, too private • impersonal and unfriendly • withholding and self-absorbed • slow and uncooperative • socially awkward Introverts see Extroverts as: • too talkative, shoot from the hip • intrusive and pushy • superficial and disingenuous • hyperactive and overwhelming • rude and bossy

18. MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE INDICATOR SCALE E……………orientation of energy ….………….I S…………assimilate information ……………..N T……………arriving at conclusions …………..F J……………lifestyle orientation ……………....P _______________________________________________ 50 40 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50

19. People who prefer • iNtuition… • Go beyond what is real or concrete and focus on meanings, associations and relationships • Big Picture people • N’s can see the forest but not the trees • People who prefer • Sensation… • Prefer to take in information using their 5 senses - sight, sound, feel, smell and taste • Details people • S’s can see the trees but not the forest

20. Interesting Tendencies S vs. N • Sensors= 65% of population...at least. • Intuitives= 35% of population...at most.

21. Communication Styles Sensing Intuition Like facts, evidence presented first Rely on direct experience to provide information Use orderly, step-by-step approach in conversations Like suggestions to be straightforward & feasible In meetings, prefer to stick with the agenda Likes global schemes, with broad issues 1st Use insight and imagination as information and anecdotes Rely on a round-about approach in conversations Like suggestions to be novel and unusual In meetings, use agenda as a starting point

22. Work Preferences Sensing Intuition Like using experience and standard ways on problems Seldom make errors of fact, but may ignore inspirations Prefer to do things with a practical bent Enjoy applying skills already perfected Proceed step-by-step accurately estimating time needed Like solving, new, complex problems Seldom ignore insights, but may overlook facts, details Like to do things with an innovative bent Enjoy the challenge of learning something new Proceed in bursts of energy, following inspirations as time goes by

23. Sensors see Intuitives as: • flighty and erratic • unrealistic • impractical • having their head in the clouds • too complicated and theoretical Intuitives see Sensors as: • unimaginative and uncreative • boring, resistant to new things • stodgy, sticks-in-the-mud • lacking vision • simplistic

24. MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE INDICATOR SCALE E……………orientation of energy ……………...I S……………assimilate information …………...N T……………arriving at conclusions ………...…F J……………lifestyle orientation ……………......P _______________________________________________ 50 40 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50

25. People who prefer • Thinking… • Make their decisions based on impersonal, objective logic • Mentally remove themselves from a situation to examine pros and cons • People who prefer • Feeling… • Make their decisions based on a person-centred, value-based process • Mentally placed themselves into the situation to identify with everyone so as to make decisions

26. Interesting Tendencies T vs. F Gender bias • 65% of men = Thinkers (Objective Decision-makers) • 65% of women = Feelers (Subjective Decision-makers)

27. Communication Styles Thinking Feeling Prefer to be personable and in agreement Want to know alternative’s impact on people & values Convinced by personal authenticity Present points of agreement first In meetings, seek involvement with people first before taking on task Efficiency a premium Want pros and cons presented for each issue Convinced by cool, impersonal reasoning Present goals and objectives first In meetings, seek involvement with the task first

28. Work Preferences Thinking Feeling Use values to reach conclusions Work best in harmony, focus is on people Enjoy meeting people's needs, even in small matters Decisions influenced by their own and others' likes and dislikes Are sympathetic and dislike, even avoid, telling people unpleasant things Use logical analysis to reach conclusions Can work without harmony, focusing on task Upset people at times by overlooking their emotions Decide impersonally, some- times ignoring people's wishes Tend to be firm-minded and ready to offer critiques

29. Thinkers see Feelers as: • illogical • over-emotional • weak • hysterical • irrational Feelers see Thinkers as: • cold • insensitive • uncaring • inhumane • hard-hearted

30. MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE INDICATOR SCALE E…………… orientation of energy……………..I S…………… assimilate information…………..N T…………… arriving at conclusions…….……F J…………. lifestyle orientation……………......P _______________________________________________ 50 40 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50

31. People who prefer • Judging… • Like to live in a planned, orderly way • Like to make decisions, come to closure and then move on • Lives tend to be structured and organized • People who prefer • Perceiving… • Like to live in a flexible, spontaneous way seeking to experience life • Final decisions feel confining to them • Prefer to stay open to new information and last-minute options

32. Interesting Tendencies J vs. P • 60 % Judgers • 40% Perceivers • Cultural preference for Judging behavior

33. Communication Styles Judging Perceiving Want to agree on schedules, timetables & deadlines Dislike surprises and want advance warning Expect others to follow thru; they count on this State their positions and decisions as final In meetings, concentrate on task completion Resist tight deadlines, unchangeable schedules Enjoy surprises, adapt to last-minute changes easily Expect others to respond to situational requirements Present their views as tentative and modifiable In meetings, concentrate more on process being used

34. Work Preferences Judging Perceiving Work best when they can plan their work and work their plan Enjoy organizing and finishing tasks Focus on what needs to be completed, ignoring everything else Sometimes decide quickly in their desire for closure Use lists to prompt action on specific tasks Want flexibility in their work Enjoy starting tasks and leaving them open for last- minute changes Feel comfortable staying open to new experiences, not wanting to miss anything Postpone decisions because of search for more options Use lists to remind of possible things to do if time allows

35. Judgers see Perceivers as: • lazy and/or unproductive • chronically late; miss important deadlines • not serious enough • irresponsible and unreliable • procrastinators; incapable of making decisions Perceivers see Judgers as: • rigid and unyielding • inflexible and stubborn • controlling • regard things as too black and white

36. Review your MBTI • See how close to actual score • Type yourself and others • Enhance leadership Skills

37. MBTI Concepts for Living • Understanding and Using Archetypes

38. What is an Archetype? • Type or pattern • Human Blueprints — Carl Jung • Expressions of Character

39. Purpose: Archetypes • Effectiveness • Self-awareness • Mastery over choices • Tolerance

40. The Four Temperament Archetypes • We all operate out of • an Archetype…and sometimes two…

41. What is your MBTI Archetype? • If your score contains SJ= Guardian • If your score contains SP = Artisan • If your score contains NF = Idealist • If your score contains NT = Rational

42. GuardianAbout 40-45% of the population • Home/family/Society = Guardian life • Cautious • Societal Cornerstones • Upholding societal institutions

43. Four Types of Guardians • Supervisor ESTJRockefeller, Billy Graham, Lucy (fict.) • Inspector ISTJGeorge Washington, Evander Holyfield, Eeyore (fict.) • Provider ESFJ Bill Clinton, Terry Bradshaw, Donald Duck (fict.) • Protector ISFJRobert E. Lee, Seinfeld, Johnny Carson, Dr. Watson (fict.)

44. GUARDIANS ESTJ – high energy, decisive, quick to come to logical conclusions; can be blunt, insensitive; take charge, but can be domineering; “Cut to the chase” “What’s the bottom line?” ISTJ –quiet, but strong-willed; conservative, thorough & meticulous; cautious, hesitant facing change; private about personal life; “Step by step” “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” ESFJ –friendly, outgoing, helpful to others; emotions on sleeve, demonstrative; dichotomous, speak with great conviction; “Here’s how I feel about it” “How do you usually do this?” ISFJ –quiet, modest, helping; avoid spotlight, work behind scenes; memory for details; follow rules and expectations; unassertive; “You have my word” “May I share something with you?”

45. ArtisanAbout 35-40% of the population • Free and spontaneous • Artful action • Hands-on

46. Four Types of Artisans • Promoter ESTPHemingway, Eddie Murphy, Bruce Willis, Michael J. Fox • Crafter ISTPJames Dean, Clint Eastwood, Burt Reynolds • Performer ESFPArsenio Hall, Woody Harrelson, Steve Irwin • Composer ISFPMarilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney, Kevin Costner, John Travolta

47. ARTISANS ESTP – gregarious, outgoing, energetic & active; enjoy spotlight; spontaneous, love good time; casual, like variety; “I’m game if you are” “Far easier to beg forgiveness than ask permission” ISTP –quiet, reserved, independent; prefer working with things; prefer physical situation to social; high need for freedom; “Live and let live” “I’ll let you alone to work on that” ESFP –warm, friendly, approachable; easygoing, enjoy people; highly observant: prefer action and having fun; seen as very busy; lot of activities; “A bunch of us are going…” “Having a lousy day, cheer me up!” ISFP –gentle, soft-spoken, modest; extremely sensitive & nurturing; easygoing & relaxed; seek harmony, pleasing others; avoid confrontations; “You are very thoughtful” “Take your time, I’ll wait for you”

48. IdealistsAbout 8-10% of the population • Personal growth temperament • Bettering themselves and others • Concerned with the greater good

49. The Four Types of Idealists • Teacher ENFJLincoln, Reagan, Maslow, Oprah • Counselor INFJCarter, King, Billy Crystal, Mel Gibson • Champion ENFPMark Twain, Bill Cosby, Robin Williams • Healer INFPShakespeare, JFK

50. IDEALISTS ENFJ – friendly, talkative, articulate; touch often, tho appropriately; love discussing personal issues; charismatic, persuasive; sensitive to criticism; “Let me share how I feel” “I love to give compliments” INFJ –complex, creative with strong convictions; reserved, uncomfortable in social settings; thoughtful, idea people; like working 1-on-1; “”What do you feel is the right thing to do?” “I’m looking for a creative solution” ENFP –energized by new ideas; outgoing, friendly, talkative; love being around people; irreverent, insatiably curious; scattered, jump from thought to thought; “I’ve got a great idea” “There’s someone I’d like you to meet” INFP –extremely sensitive, feel things deeply; forgetful, seemingly unconcerned with details of daily living; thoughtful, soft-spoken; “What feels right for you?” “No rush, take your time”