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ENFP

What is an ENFP Personality Type
(The Encourager)?
People with an ENFP personality type tend to be energetic, adaptable, and inventive in their behavior. They like to think up new, creative ideas and love sharing them with other people. They thrive in group settings and enjoy meeting new people.

ESTJ

What is an ESTJ Personality Type
(The Commander)?
People with an ESTJ personality type tend to be organized, loyal, and hard-working in their behavior. They are good, law-abiding citizens with a desire to lead. They are very principled and thrive when they are helping and encouraging others to follow a set of beliefs and values.

Communication

Myers-Briggs ENFP & ESTJ Communication

How can ENFP and ESTJ types communicate effectively with each other?

ENFPs are generally emotionally intuitive, creative, and adaptable, while ESTJs are rational, present-focused, and organized. ENFPs should be direct and honest when addressing ESTJs. ESTJs should encourage ENFPs by avoiding overt criticism.


Resolving Conflict

Myers-Briggs ENFP & ESTJ Conflict

How can ENFP and ESTJ types resolve conflict?

ENFPs tend to express themselves emotionally, while ESTJs prefer to work through issues logically. ENFPs should address issues directly with ESTJs, avoiding the use of overly emotional phrasing and allowing ESTJs to sort through situations individually. ESTJs should focus on listening to ENFPs without interrupting and communicating their side in a calm, patient tone.


Building Trust

Myers-Briggs ENFP & ESTJ Trust

How can ENFP and ESTJ types build trust?

ENFPs are more likely to trust ESTJs who are supportive and allow ENFPs to follow a flexible schedule, while ESTJs tend to trust ENFPs who communicate openly and avoid strong emotional reactions.

Working Together

Myers-Briggs ENFP & ESTJ Working Together

How can ENFP and ESTJ types work together?

ENFPs bring innovative solutions, empathetic reasoning, and adaptability to a work environment, while ESTJs offer attention to detail, logical decision-making, and goal-oriented planning. ENFPs can help ESTJs consider others when making decisions, while ESTJs can help ENFPs achieve personal and professional goals.


Dealing with Change

Myers-Briggs ENFP & ESTJ Change

How can ENFP and ESTJ types deal with change?

Because they tend to follow set plans, ESTJs may have a difficult time adapting to a new situation. ENFPs, however, usually have a flexible attitude and adjust well to change. ENFPs should encourage ESTJs to focus on the benefits of the situation.


Managing Stress

ENFP and ESTJ types need to seek to understand what brings stress to the other type and should try to avoid causing it when possible.

Myers-Briggs ENFP & ESTJ Managing Stress

ENFP types are easily stressed by...

  • Spending too much time alone
  • Lack of independence or freedom
  • Facing interpersonal conflict
  • Idealistic expectations not being met
Myers-Briggs ENFP & ESTJ Managing Stress

ESTJ types are easily stressed by...

  • Disorganization and chaos around them
  • Inconsistent relationships with others
  • Disappointments from other people
  • Unfamiliar experiences and unexpected change

ENFPs should try to set intentional plans with ESTJs, while ESTJs should avoid pushing ENFPs to commit to a strict schedule.


Encouraging and Motivating

ENFP and ESTJ types can encourage and motivate each other in their personal and professional lives.

Myers-Briggs ENFP & ESTJ Motivations

ENFP types are motivated by...

  • Connecting emotionally with those around them
  • Participating in unique experiences
  • Dreaming about an exciting future
  • Feeling heard and understood by people
Myers-Briggs ENFP & ESTJ Motivations

ESTJ types are motivated by...

  • Ethical, inspiring action from others
  • Time spent with the people they love
  • Strong and admirable leadership
  • Establishing a routine or tradition

ENFPs can motivate ESTJs by communicating in a logical manner, while ESTJs can encourage ENFPs by sharing appreciation for their creative ideas.


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