Myers-Briggs Test (MBTI)
A powerful personality assessment for personal and team development
The Myers-Briggs Test is a personality assessment that categorises individuals into 16 distinct personality types based on their preferences in four pairs of opposing traits.
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How is MBTI Used?
MBTI is widely used in both personal and professional contexts to enhance self-awareness, improve interpersonal relationships, and guide career development. In workplaces, it is often employed to facilitate team-building, improve communication, and aid in personnel selection by helping managers understand the diverse working styles within their teams. MBTI assessments can be done by themselves but are most effective alongside training so you feel the benefit of understanding your behaviours by embedding this into your learning.
The 16 Personality Types
Introducing your Analysts!
- INTJ (The Architect)- Imaginative and strategic thinkers.
- INTP (The Logician)- Inventors and lovers of knowledge.
- ENTJ (The Commander)- Strong-willed leaders, they will find a way.
- ENTP (The Debater)- Smart and curious and love a challenge.
Introducing your Sentinels!
- ISTJ (The Logistician)- Practical and reliable, work in facts.
- ISFJ (The Defender)- Dedicated and are willing to defend.
- ESTJ (The Executive)- Excel at managing things and people.
- ESFJ (The Consul)- Caring and popular people who help others.
Introducing your Diplomats!
- INFJ (The Advocate)- Approaches life with imagination and thoughtfulness.
- INFP (The Mediator)- Always eager to help a good cause.
- ENFJ (The Protagonist)- Charismatic and inspiring leaders.
- ENFP (The Campaigner)- Enthusiastic and creative, embraces big ideas.
Introducing your Explorers!
- ISTP (The Virtuoso)- Practical experimenters and a master of many tools.
- ISFP (The Adventurer)- Artistic and ready to have new experiences.
- ESTP (The Entrepreneur)- mart and energetic, enjoy living on the edge.
- ESFP (The Entertainer)- Spontaneous and entertaining.
Applications of MBTI
MBTI has a wide range of applications, from personal development to team building and career planning. Understanding your MBTI type can provide valuable insights into your strengths and areas for growth, helping you make informed decisions about your personal and professional life.
In the workplace, MBTI can improve team dynamics by fostering understanding and appreciation of diverse working styles. It aids in identifying complementary skills and enhancing communication, leading to more effective collaboration. It’s a good tool to use in group/team training but it’s important to note that it should not be used alone or as a one-size-fits-all guide, everyone has elements of each personality.
MBTI is especially useful when used alongside 360 degree feedback, as it shows you “why do I behave like this?” alongside the “what behaviours do I have?”, giving you a well-rounded view on how you work with others and to understand areas of development.
The 4 Dichotomies of MBTI
Extraversion (E) vs. Introversion (I)- This describes where individuals focus their attention.
Sensing (S) vs. Intuition (N)- This describes how people take information in.
Thinking (T) vs. Feeling (F)- This relates to the decision-making processes.
Judging (J) vs. Perceiving (P)- This relates to lifestyle preferences.
The Benefits of MBTI
Enhances Self Awareness
Promotes self-reflection and awareness of strengths and weaknesses
Improves Communication
Adjust communication strategies to better connect with other.
Fosters Collaboration
Recognise and appreciate the diverse working styles and preferences of each person.
Aids Conflict Resolution
Provides insights into the underlying causes of disagreements.
