Myers-Briggs Indicator Type
According to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Assessment, I am an ESFJ. This assessment taught me how to identify natural strengths and weaknesses, how I approach relationships and problems, and how I can leverage my type preferences in my work.
Extraversion
True to extravert form, I have always loved meeting new people. The extraversion preference in my type indicator speaks to my preference to speak with others and that I am energized by social interaction. Gaining this kind of energy lends itself to my work by encouraging me to discuss issues with others and learn through these interactions. The social dynamic that accompanies the mission of any team is where I thrive in making sure there is no breakdown in communication between members of the team, encouraging a cohesive group to act to reach our shared goals.
Sensing
As someone with a sensing cognitive style, I make sense out of what I physically perceive. With experience in a diverse set of jobs, this style allows me to draw on my own experience with what has practically worked in the past in similar organizational issues, rather than entertaining idealistic, but not feasible, solutions to problems. This is particularly helpful for keeping an organization’s operations practical and realistic, especially when bringing innovative new ideas to the table.
Feeling
The way I come to conclusions is feeling as opposed to thinking. This does not mean that I let my emotions get in the way of logic, but rather that I rely on my personal and social values to make decisions. Working in a field that may not benefit me materially does not conflict with my personal values of helping other people to improve their lives. Working hard for what I believe in is sometimes more important than the logic that tells me to give up.
Judging
When approaching the outside world, my preferred style is judging. This does not mean that I am judgmental, but rather that I manage my life in a structured manner. I often organize my days and weeks in order to efficiently complete tasks, while also setting goals and taking steps to ensure that I achieve them. This is particularly useful in the workplace for demonstrating my reliability to get work done while ensuring that the tasks are completed on time and in a quality manner.
