16 MBTI Personality Types

Which Personality type are you?

Are you an Analyst, a Diplomat, a Sentinel, or an Explorer?

Category 1: Analysts (Thinking and Intuition)
INTJ (Mastermind): Imaginative and strategic thinkers, with a focus on the future and abstract ideas.
ENTJ (Field Marshal): Bold and strategic leaders, driven by goals and a vision for the future.
INTP (Architect): Innovative and analytical problem solvers, exploring new possibilities and theories.
ENTP (Inventor): Creative and resourceful thinkers, excited by challenges and opportunities for innovation.

Category 2: Diplomats (Feeling and Intuition)
INFJ (Counselor): Insightful and compassionate advocates, seeking meaning and connection in their relationships.
ENFJ (Teacher): Charismatic and empathetic leaders, inspiring others through their genuine care and understanding.
INFP (Healer): Idealistic and creative dreamers, guided by their values and inner beliefs.
ENFP (Champion): Enthusiastic and imaginative explorers, passionate about their interests and possibilities.

Category 3: Sentinels (Sensing and Judging)
ISTJ (Inspector): Responsible and logical organizers, valuing order, structure, and tradition.
ESTJ (Supervisor): Efficient and practical leaders, skilled at managing tasks and resources.
ISFJ (Protector): Supportive and detail-oriented caregivers, dedicated to helping and nurturing others.
ESFJ (Provider): Sociable and conscientious caretakers, driven by a sense of duty to their communities.

Category 4: Explorers (Sensing and Perceiving)
ISTP (Craftsman): Practical and adaptable problem solvers, skilled at troubleshooting and hands-on tasks.
ESTP (Promoter): Energetic and action-oriented individuals, thriving in dynamic and spontaneous environments.
ISFP (Composer): Sensitive and artistic creators, appreciating aesthetics and the beauty of the present moment.
ESFP (Performer): Playful and enthusiastic entertainers, enjoying the excitement of the present and engaging with others.

 

Here’s a list of what generally motivates and demotivates each of the 4 MBTI categories: 

Analysts, Diplomats, Sentinels, and Explorers.

Analysts (INTJ, ENTJ, INTP, ENTP):

What Motivates:
Intellectual Challenges: Analysts are motivated by complex problems that require innovative solutions and intellectual engagement.
Autonomy: They appreciate having the freedom to explore ideas and work independently without micromanagement.
Learning Opportunities: Continuous learning and the chance to expand their knowledge in various fields drive them.
Recognition of Competence: Acknowledgment of their expertise and competency motivates Analysts to excel in their pursuits.
What Demotivates:
Micromanagement: Being excessively controlled or restricted in their work can be demotivating for Analysts.
Repetitive Tasks: Mundane and repetitive tasks without intellectual challenges can lead to boredom and demotivation.
Lack of Recognition: Analysts may feel demotivated if their efforts and achievements are not acknowledged or appreciated.
Unrealistic Constraints: Being forced to work within unrealistic constraints or limitations hampers their creativity and motivation.

Diplomats (INFJ, ENFJ, INFP, ENFP):

What Motivates:
Meaningful Connections: Diplomats are motivated by deep, meaningful relationships and connections with others.
Personal Growth: Opportunities for personal development, self-discovery, and emotional growth inspire them.
Inspiration: Being inspired by a cause, vision, or creative endeavor fuels their motivation.
Positive Feedback: Encouragement and positive feedback from others enhance their confidence and motivation.
What Demotivates:
Conflict: Diplomats are demotivated by conflicts and disharmony in relationships or environments.
Lack of Appreciation: Feeling unappreciated or undervalued for their efforts can lead to demotivation.
Injustice: Witnessing or experiencing unfairness and injustice demotivates Diplomats.
Negative Environments: Toxic or negative environments drain their energy and motivation.

Sentinels (ISTJ, ESTJ, ISFJ, ESFJ):

What Motivates:
Structure and Stability: Sentinels thrive in structured environments and are motivated by stability and routine.
Recognition of Duties: Acknowledgment of their responsibilities and contributions boosts their motivation.
Clear Goals: Having clear, achievable goals and objectives guides their focus and motivation.
Appreciation of Order: Organized and orderly environments where rules are followed motivate Sentinels.
What Demotivates:
Disorganization: Chaotic or disorganized environments can frustrate Sentinels and decrease their motivation.
Ambiguity: Lack of clear instructions or unclear expectations can lead to confusion and demotivation.
Unappreciated Efforts: Feeling unacknowledged for their hard work and efforts can be demotivating for Sentinels.
Drastic Changes: Sudden and drastic changes disrupt their sense of stability and may cause demotivation.

Explorers (ISTP, ESTP, ISFP, ESFP):

What Motivates:
Hands-On Experiences: Explorers are motivated by hands-on activities, immediate results, and practical experiences.
Freedom: They value the freedom to explore, experiment, and adapt to new situations independently.
Excitement: Thrill, excitement, and variety in experiences keep them motivated and engaged.
Competition: Healthy competition and challenges inspire them to push their limits and achieve more.
What Demotivates:
Routine Tasks: Repetitive or monotonous tasks without excitement or challenge can lead to demotivation.
Overbearing Restrictions: Being overly controlled or restricted hampers their sense of freedom and demotivates them.
Lack of Challenges: Lack of stimulating challenges and new experiences can lead to boredom and demotivation.
Negative Feedback: Criticism or negative feedback without constructive guidance may demotivate Explorers.

 

 

Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies	MBTI Personality Types
Upholderers; Respond readily to inner and outer expectations	ISTJ, ESTJ, ISFJ, INFJ
Questioners; They question and resist outer expectations and only respond to inner expectations (only to things that make sense to them)	INTJ, ENTJ, INTP, ENTP
Obligers; They respond readily to outer expectations but struggle to meet inner expectations	ISTP, ESTP, ISFP, ESFP, ESFJ, ISFJ
Rebels; Resist inner and out expectations alike	INFP, ENFP, ENFJ, ENFP

MBTI Test:

Introversion (I) vs. Extroversion (E):

• 1. When it comes to social gatherings:
• a) Visualise a big music festival with lots of people, music, and exciting stuff going on.
• b) Think of a park with a moderate number of folks, all doing different things.
• c) Picture a bustling city square with people casually talking and going about their day.
• d) Imagine a quiet beach with only a few people enjoying the peace and quiet.

• 2. After a social event, I typically feel:
• a) Very content and at ease, enjoying the peace and quiet.
• b) Energised but also needing some time alone to recharge.
• c) Somewhat tired and desiring some alone time to think.
• d) Extremely enthusiastic and wanting more fun with friends.

• 3. I’m more likely to:
• a) Think carefully before I speak, valuing moments of quiet reflection.
• b) Consider what I say but also enjoy speaking freely and having fun.
• c) Speak freely and go with the flow of the conversation.
• d) Speak quickly and relish lively conversations with friends.

• 4. I often:
• a) Value my own space and quiet moments.
• b) Enjoy spending time with friends but also appreciate some me-time.
• c) Love being around people and having fun most of the time.
• d) Thrive in big social events and enjoy being with friends.

Sensing (S) vs. Intuition (N):

• 5. When making decisions, I rely on:
• a) Facts, data, and details to make choices.
• b) My gut feelings and a creative approach.
• c) A mix of facts and my gut feelings to decide.
• d) My gut feelings and hunches to guide me.

• 6. I find it more enjoyable to:
• a) Stick to organised plans and routines.
• b) Live without a plan and enjoy going with the flow.
• c) Follow a plan but be flexible and adapt when needed.
• d) Be open to change and surprises, loving adventures.

• 7. I feel most comfortable when:
• a) I have a plan but can adjust it if something cool comes up.
• b) I don’t have any plans and just see what happens.
• c) I can adjust my plans anytime and go with the flow.
• d) I’m following a clear plan, knowing what to do.

• 8. I’m more likely to:
• a) Trust rules and routines, appreciating predictability.
• b) Feel okay in uncertain situations, being open to new experiences.
• c) Like new and creative ideas, wanting to try different things.
• d) Care about how people feel and make decisions based on that.

Thinking (T) vs. Feeling (F):

• 9. When making decisions, I tend to:
• a) Use logic and reason to make choices.
• b) Just do what feels right to me, no matter what.
• c) Care about how people feel and make decisions based on that.
• d) Think about both logic and how people feel when deciding.

• 10. I believe it’s important to:
• a) Be fair and objective in making choices.
• b) Think about both logic and how people feel.
• c) Do what feels right to me, no matter what.
• d) Care about how people feel and be kind to them.

• 11. In discussions, I:
• a) Like constructive criticism and clear, objective talk.
• b) Try to avoid arguments and emotional talks.
• c) Think about how others feel but also say what I think.
• d) Want everyone to get along and avoid arguments.

• 12. I’m more likely to:
• a) Keep my feelings out of decision-making and stay logical.
• b) Be really good at understanding other people’s feelings.
• c) Share my own feelings and be open about them.
• d) Think about how others feel and be understanding.

Judging (J) vs. Perceiving (P):

• 13. I prefer:
• a) Having a clear daily routine and knowing what’s happening.
• b) Not having a plan and just seeing where the day takes me.
• c) Being open to changing plans and loving surprises.
• d) Having a routine but be flexible and change it if something fun comes up.

• 14. I feel comfortable when:
• a) I have clear goals and deadlines to follow.
• b) Not set many goals or deadlines; I prefer spontaneity.
• c) I have general goals, but I’m not strict about deadlines.
• d) Have goals but can change them if something cool happens.

• 15. I tend to:
• a) Plan things ahead of time and be organised.
• b) Not plan too much, leaving room for fun and surprises.
• c) Plan but also be flexible and adapt to changes.
• d) Not plan at all and just go with the flow.

• 16. When things don’t go as planned, I am more likely to:
• a) Feel uneasy and want to make a new plan.
• b) Thrive in unpredictability and enjoy the moment.
• c) Adapt and make the best of it, finding a solution.
• d) See it as an adventure and enjoy the unexpected.

 

 

Key:

ISTJ (Introverted, Sensing, Thinking, Judging):

• 1. d, 2. a, 3. a, 4. a, 5. a, 6. a, 7. a, 8. a, 9. a, 10. a, 11. a, 12. a, 13. a, 14. a, 15. a, 16. a

ISFJ (Introverted, Sensing, Feeling, Judging):

• 1. d, 2. a, 3. a, 4. a, 5. d, 6. a, 7. a, 8. a, 9. c, 10. c, 11. d, 12. b, 13. a, 14. a, 15. a, 16. a

INFJ (Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Judging):

• 1. d, 2. a, 3. a, 4. a, 5. d, 6. d, 7. c, 8. b, 9. d, 10. c, 11. c, 12. c, 13. b, 14. b, 15. b, 16. d

INTJ (Introverted, Intuitive, Thinking, Judging):

• 1. d, 2. a, 3. a, 4. a, 5. d, 6. d, 7. d, 8. d, 9. a, 10. a, 11. a, 12. a, 13. d, 14. a, 15. a, 16. a

ISTP (Introverted, Sensing, Thinking, Perceiving):

• 1. b, 2. b, 3. b, 4. b, 5. a, 6. b, 7. b, 8. a, 9. a, 10. a, 11. a, 12. a, 13. b, 14. b, 15. b, 16. b

ISFP (Introverted, Sensing, Feeling, Perceiving):

• 1. b, 2. b, 3. b, 4. b, 5. d, 6. b, 7. b, 8. a, 9. c, 10. c, 11. d, 12. d, 13. b, 14. a, 15. a, 16. b

INFP (Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Perceiving):

• 1. b, 2. b, 3. b, 4. b, 5. d, 6. d, 7. c, 8. b, 9. d, 10. c, 11. c, 12. c, 13. b, 14. a, 15. b, 16. d

INTP (Introverted, Intuitive, Thinking, Perceiving):

• 1. b, 2. b, 3. b, 4. b, 5. d, 6. d, 7. d, 8. d, 9. a, 10. a, 11. a, 12. a, 13. d, 14. a, 15. a, 16. b

ESTJ (Extraverted, Sensing, Thinking, Judging):

• 1. c, 2. d, 3. a, 4. a, 5. a, 6. a, 7. a, 8. a, 9. a, 10. a, 11. a, 12. a, 13. a, 14. a, 15. a, 16. a

ESFJ (Extraverted, Sensing, Feeling, Judging):

• 1. c, 2. d, 3. a, 4. a, 5. a, 6. a, 7. a, 8. a, 9. c, 10. c, 11. d, 12. b, 13. a, 14. a, 15. a, 16. a

ENFJ (Extraverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Judging):

• 1. c, 2. d, 3. a, 4. a, 5. a, 6. d, 7. c, 8. b, 9. d, 10. c, 11. c, 12. c, 13. b, 14. b, 15. b, 16. d

ENTJ (Extraverted, Intuitive, Thinking, Judging):

• 1. c, 2. d, 3. a, 4. a, 5. a, 6. d, 7. d, 8. d, 9. a, 10. a, 11. a, 12. a, 13. d, 14. a, 15. a, 16. a

ESTP (Extraverted, Sensing, Thinking, Perceiving):

• 1. c, 2. b, 3. c, 4. b, 5. a, 6. b, 7. c, 8. a, 9. a, 10. a, 11. a, 12. a, 13. c, 14. c, 15. c, 16. c

ESFP (Extraverted, Sensing, Feeling, Perceiving):

• 1. c, 2. b, 3. c, 4. b, 5. d, 6. b, 7. c, 8. a, 9. c, 10. c, 11. d, 12. d, 13. c, 14. a, 15. a, 16. b

ENFP (Extraverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Perceiving):

• 1. c, 2. b, 3. c, 4. b, 5. d, 6. d, 7. c, 8. b, 9. d, 10. c, 11. c, 12. c, 13. c, 14. a, 15. b, 16. d

ENTP (Extraverted, Intuitive, Thinking, Perceiving):

• 1. c, 2. b, 3. c, 4. b, 5. d, 6. d, 7. d, 8. d, 9. a, 10. a, 11. a, 12. a, 13. c, 14. a, 15. a, 16. b