Either a lot has been written about the Myers-Briggs personality typology and it is incomprehensible, or little and even more incomprehensible. And, despite the fact that the test for its determination is often criticized, it remains an important key to understanding personality characteristics. Generally speaking, it is used to determine how people perceive the world and make decisions. Many Western companies require passing the Myers-Briggs test for employment. Also, according to the authors of Wikipedia, about 70% of American graduates are tested in order to find out their strengths and choose their future profession. And in general, it provides an opportunity for self-analysis, which is why we have prepared this article and online test for you.
Short story
The background to the emergence of typology goes back to the works of Carl Jung, who, in his book “Psychological Types” published in 1921, suggested that there are four main psychological functions that help a person perceive the world. These are thinking, feeling, intuition and sensations. This work was much more fundamental than the ideas of the American Katherine Briggs, who was simply interested in the differences in the characters of different people. But, having become acquainted with Jung’s typology, she, supported by her daughter Isabel Briggs-Myers, began to study this issue in detail and even published a couple of scientific articles. She also identified four types, and was based, by her own admission, on the works of Jung. But later the theory was significantly expanded by her daughter, giving it a modern outline.
This happened during the Second World War. It was then that the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI is actually a typology; the term “socionics” is also often used). This was not a “naked” theory - the researchers relied on original tests that they themselves compiled. The purpose of the research was the most noble: on the basis of testing, to determine individual personal preferences in work and to select for women who were supposed to replace men who had gone into the army in production, occupations where they could properly demonstrate their talents. Later, in the 50-60s, prominent scientists spoke positively about the typology, and new experiments were carried out to refine the methodology. But besides its followers, the MBTI also has a number of critics who point out that the Myers-Briggs typology almost duplicates the research of C. Jung in the theoretical part and does not always demonstrate its validity in practice.
Every person has shortcomings
Every person has some kind of physical disability. Even at the dawn of psychology as a science, scientists noted that all representatives of humanity can be divided into certain types, which have a set of qualities, both physical and psychological. And each type has a predisposition to certain shortcomings.
Imagining a kind, calm lout, you understand that we are talking about a person of a phlegmatic type of temperament. This is exactly what they most often look like - overweight, slightly clumsy, but consistent and benevolent phlegmatic people.
If a person is inclined towards thinness, is overly active, is often dissatisfied and nervous, then most likely he belongs to the choleric type of temperament. Please note that this is just a rule, which naturally has exceptions.
Take an online test of 20 questions
The Myers-Briggs test, along with many other tests popular in world practice, is included in the “Self-Knowledge” course. After completing it, you can get a detailed description of your personality, strengths and weaknesses, and inclinations in order to better understand yourself and use this knowledge for self-development.
The test below will determine which “pole” for each dichotomy a person is more inclined to. The test contains 20 questions: 5 questions for each descriptor. It is an odd number of questions for each scale that makes it possible to get your inclination towards one or another pole (an even number would make it possible to get an intermediate result: 50 to 50).
Before starting the test, it is important to understand the following things:
- No questions in any questionnaire, even the most detailed, can cover all of a person’s behavior. This test allows only to “outline the framework” and indicates a bias, and not the comprehensive dominance of some properties over others.
- Regardless of belonging to any type, each person uses both poles of preferences in everyday life, but to varying degrees. For example, we can be sociable with good friends, but more often we are introverts.
- When answering a question, choose the option that seems most preferable and comfortable for you in most life situations. If you don't like both options, then choose the least unattractive option.
- By taking the test, you will not only find out your personality type, but also receive a short explanation of the result. Don't forget to answer all the questions; it's best to go in order.
We will be glad if you indicate your personality type in the comments and tell us your opinion and impressions about the test. Also pay attention to our training in psychology, as well as the MBTI test to determine the type of creativity.
Test for 16 personality types
Thinker - Analyzes problems deeply
You always try to find a logical explanation for what interests you. You love abstract and theoretical things. You are more interested in recognition than in social interaction with people. You are calm, reserved, flexible and tolerant. You have an extraordinary ability for deep research. You are quite skeptical, so you always analyze problems. Sometimes you can be too harsh and ruthless.
INTP famous person: Albert Einstein, physicist
Prophet - Turning Ideas into People's Desires
You are active, intelligent, vigilant, straightforward and know how to motivate other people. You can mobilize all your resources to solve new complex problems. You know how to find strengths and opportunities within yourself and analyze them using strategic thinking. You have a strong ability to analyze people's behavior. You are not satisfied with ordinary life. You rarely do the same thing. You are interested in a variety of things.
ENTP famous person: Socrates, philosopher.
Performer - Everything is under control
You are honest and decisive, and you have innate leadership qualities. You may quickly notice illogical and ineffective methods and procedures. You can constantly add and develop new systems to solve organizational problems. You like to make a long-term plan for yourself and stick to it. You are well informed and have a broad outlook. You enjoy sharing your knowledge with others.
INTJ famous person: Napoleon Bonaparte, Emperor
Expert - Unique and committed to excellence
You have a lot of creative thoughts. You always try to bring your ideas to life, tirelessly achieving your goals. You can understand the connotative model of the outside world and think in the long term. Once you make a commitment, you make a plan and execute it. You are very independent and skeptical. You always have a high standard, whether it's for yourself or for other people.
INTJ famous person: Isaac Newton, physicist.
Protagonist - Maximizing everyone's potential
You are responsible, caring and compassionate. You may be acutely aware of other people's emotions, needs, and motivations. You can find potential in other people and want to help them realize it. You always contribute to the development and growth of the team. You are very sensitive to praise and criticism. You are loyal to everyone, have good social skills and work well with other people. You are an inspiring leader who can motivate others well.
ENFJ famous person: Martin Luther King Jr., civil rights activist.
Lawyer - A Flash of Light in Pitch Darkness
You always want to find deep meaning in your thoughts, relationships with others and in your material life. You try to understand other people's motives and have a clear understanding of people. You are very meticulous in your affairs and true to your values. Your vision is to provide the best service to all people. By achieving this goal, you can remain courageous, determined and organized.
INFJ famous person: Plato, philosopher.
Advisor - Anything is possible
Life is full of possibilities for you. You can quickly find connections between all types of information and confidently work in accordance with the patterns you find. You seek approval from other people and also take other people's praise and support quite seriously. You are very laid-back and flexible. You are gifted with rare eloquence and the ability to improvise.
ENFP famous person: Tom Hanks, American actor
Philosopher - Life in your own ideal world
You are an idealist. You are true to your values and the people who matter to you. You hope that you can live in a world that closely matches your values. You are very open to new things. You can always find opportunities to motivate yourself and others to bring any idea to life. You try to understand other people and help them reach their potential. When your values are not threatened, you are flexible and understand other people well.
INFP famous person: JK Rowling - author of the Harry Potter series
Man of Action - Unlimited energy to solve problems
You are quite laid-back and open. You enjoy solving practical problems and your solutions have immediate results. You are bored with theory and concepts. The current moment with a natural flow is important to you. You enjoy every minute when you are with other people. You also enjoy the pleasure and comfort provided by the material world. You enjoy learning by doing.
ESTP famous person: George W. Bush
Artisan - Observe calmly, act quickly
You are very patient and flexible. You usually observe calmly, but when there is a problem, you try to find a solution as quickly as possible. You are always analyzing how things could be more efficient and solving practical problems based on rich data. You are very interested in the causes and effects of things. You organize facts using objective logical principles. You place great importance on efficiency.
ISTP famous person: Steve Jobs, founder of Apple
Actor - Life is your stage
You are sociable, friendly and open. You love your life very much and enjoy the comforts of the material world. You enjoy creating new things with other people. You bring your own perception and practical attitude to your work, which means that your work is done with pleasure. You are very laid-back. You adapt quickly. When you collaborate with other people, you can very quickly learn from others' experiences and learn new things.
ESFP famous person: Leonardo DiCaprio, actor
Artist - Show off your achievements so that everyone can see the richness of your inner world
You are calm, friendly, sensitive and gentle. You live in the moment and enjoy everything that happens around you. You enjoy personal space where you can do things on your own schedule and at your own pace. You are true to your heart and loyal to the people who matter to you. You don't like conflicts and contradictions. You do not impose your thoughts and values on other people
ISFP famous person: Lady Gaga, singer-songwriter
Administrator - Ensuring smooth and orderly work
You are very practical and realistic. You are also firm and determined. Once you make a decision, you will immediately take action. You know how to initiate projects and mobilize all resources and people to complete them. You hope that you can achieve your goals in the most effective way. You can handle everyday details well. You have your own clear and logical understanding of how it should be, and you will always insist on your own. You will always steadfastly adhere to your opinion.
ESTJ famous person: Emma Watson, actress
Logistician - Act in accordance with existing rules, scrupulously and carefully
You are calm and serious. People like you because you are honest and considerate. You are realistic, pragmatic and goal-oriented. You decide what you should do independently and rationally, and then you achieve your goals step by step, without distractions. You like to put things in order. Whether you are at work, at home or in your daily life, you will pay a lot of attention to traditions and rules.
ISTJ famous person: George Washington, US President and General
Caregiver - Enthusiastic about helping others
You are kind, meticulous and collaborative. You strive for a harmonious atmosphere and try to create such an environment around you. You enjoy completing tasks with other people. You are always loyal and consciously care about other people. You notice all the needs of other people in their daily lives and try your best to meet them. You hope that other people will appreciate everything you do for them.
ESFJ famous person: Anne Hathaway, actress
Guardian - Unlimited care for other people
You are calm, friendly, responsible and serious. You will always be able to consistently and reliably complete assigned tasks. When you deal with important things, you are strict, careful and careful. You are very loyal and attentive. You notice and remember all the details that are important to you. You care about other people's feelings with all your heart. In both life and work, you strive to create a peaceful and harmonious environment.
ISFJ famous person: Prince Charles, British royal, married to Camilla Parker Bowles, was married to Diana, son of Elizabeth II, father of William and Harry.
Psychotypes according to Oldham-Maurice
This psychologist-researcher proposed his classification of people’s psychotypes:
- conscientious;
- self-confident;
- devoted;
- dramatic;
- vigilant;
- sensitive;
- adventurous;
- hermit;
- altruistic;
- aggressive;
- serious.
A conscientious personality type always strives to do the job perfectly and often suffers from perfectionism. Pays attention to small details, thinks through the solution to the issue several times, and always achieves his goals.
Self-confident types are ambitious individuals aimed at moving up the career ladder. They are competitive, active and efficient. But excessive self-confidence and thirst for praise can play a cruel joke on them and turn colleagues and friends away from them.
The loyal personality type is a very sweet, sociable person who does not have his own opinion or initiative. These are obedient performers who can always be entrusted with doing important work. But without the guidance and guidance of “seniors in rank” they are not capable of anything. This position also greatly interferes with one’s personal life.
The dramatic type has dynamic emotionality, is constantly in the center of events and is interested in the latest news. Negative character traits are: the desire to be irresistible and to dramatize events.
The vigilant type sees a catch and a double bottom in everything. This is a negative component of character. In general, these people are self-sufficient, independent, careful and extremely careful.
The sensitive type does not like changes in surroundings and emotional outbursts. It is important for them to be in a familiar environment among trusted people. They have difficulty making contact with new people and do not open their souls to the open.
The adventurous type is guided by their own benefit, for the sake of which they can resort to deception and forgery. Determined people easily take any risk. Impulsiveness is their hallmark.
For hermits, solitude is the best state of mind. They love peace, quiet and contemplation. Hermits are indifferent to the world around them and do not share its interests.
The altruistic type is capable of self-sacrifice for the sake of the interests of other people. They always show concern for their neighbors, are not conflicting and are not malicious.
The aggressive type lives up to its name by being excessively demanding of others and outright cruelty. They are not afraid of difficulties, easily take responsibility and show persistence in achieving their goals.
The serious type always thinks about any step and is in no hurry to make decisions on important issues. A negative quality is self-examination and low self-esteem.
