Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

ENTJ
(Extroversion, Intuition, Thinking, Judging)

ISTJ

ISFJ

INFJ

INTJ

ISTP

ISFP

INFP

INTP

ESTP

ESFP

ENFP

ENTP

ESTJ

ESFJ

ENFJ

ENTJ

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The following information has been compiled from numerous MBTI resources. It is intended to be
an overview and shows how type can apply to many aspects of life. It is not, however, a complete
description. Please see the attached works cited list for additional information.

ENTJ Overview
ENTJs are generally organized, decisive, direct, innovative, and driven to succeed. They maintain a focus on the future
and are inclined to see the big picture. They are interested in new ideas and are able to understand difficult or complex
information. The ENTJ also tends to intuitively identify and internally evaluate a wide range of possibilities. They are able
to see what is not currently apparent and use their insight to create connections, identify solutions, or solve problems.
ENTJs often enjoy interacting with others and usually know a large number of people. They tend to be energetic, confident,
and exhibit a strong or intense personality that may overwhelm others. They place an importance on honesty and value
being perceived as competent. Some ENTJs may be distant and unfriendly while others are approachable and sensitive.
The difference in disposition is often due to the time they take to reflect on their inner thoughts and ideas.
The ENTJ often has a natural inclination towards leadership. They typically want to feel in control or be in a position of
influence. They are generally hard working, embrace a challenge, and have high standards. They tend to see the flaws of an
inefficient system and will identify a more effective way to complete a task or handle a situation. The ENTJ is often able to
take complex ideas or future possibilities and create a vision and corresponding plan. They will then organize and direct
people, situations, and resources to meet these goals. ENTJs are often focused on the task and may neglect to consider
the needs of the people they are organizing. They may also struggle when working with people who do not have similar
strengths.
ENTJs typically use a logical and objective approach to analyze information and ideas. They are not overly interested in
specific facts or details and would rather focus on the big picture. They desire to create closure by making quick judgments
and decisions. They often base their decisions on logic and rarely consider their values, feelings, or the potential impact on
others. Some ENTJs should be cautious that they have gathered sufficient information to make their decision. The ENTJ
may struggle with judging others or being critical. They should be cautious that they separate their criticism from the
person and focus on the issue or action. They may feel emotionally connected to people or ideas but will usually suppress
or hide these feelings. The ENTJ will often care a lot for others but may create the perception that they are distant and
hardhearted because of their rational and logical decisions.

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

(MBTI)

ISTJ
ISTP
ESTP
ESTJ

ISFJ
ISFP
ESFP
ESFJ

INFJ
INFP
ENFP
ENFJ

INTJ
INTP
ENTP
ENTJ

ENTJ and School

Learning
The ENTJ student will often
Strive to be knowledgeable
Be interested in theoretical or abstract data
Prefer to learn challenging or difficult material
Require the most recent and up-to-date information
Need time to evaluate information
Desire competent instructors that use direct communication
Create and follow a study schedule
Initiate and lead study groups

Writing
The ENTJ is often able to write about complex issues or theory and often focuses on the message that they are
conveying. They have high expectations and generally prefer the outcome of their writing to have a purpose. They tend
to enjoy composing technical reports and often choose to omit any personal references in their writing. ENTJs do not
typically consider their reader and benefit from having someone suggest ways for softening their approach and message.
If writing in a group, it is often best for the ENTJ to take the lead role. They also tend to excel at mentoring other writers
because of their ability to identify and solve problems.
In the writing process, the ENTJ will often
Begin by creating an organized writing plan
Break down a topic into sensible sections
Use a clear and logical writing style
Reluctantly request feedback or not use the feedback they receive
Neglect to consider their audience
Quickly complete their initial drafts and benefit from revising and building on their original ideas

Procrastination
ENTJs are often motivated to complete their work on time and may not experience significant procrastination. They
tend to limit their procrastination to a particular situation or project. These situations often occur when the ENTJ feels
that they do not have adequate control or perceive a lack of ability to complete a task. When feeling powerless, the
ENTJ may have trouble reaching out to others and expressing their feelings. This can lead to frustration and further
delays in their work.
To help reduce procrastination, the ENTJ often benefits from developing their skills or restructuring the situation to
acquire a greater sense of control. ENTJs may also benefit from addressing a particular issue and the aspects of a task
that are daunting. This is often accomplished by discussing their concerns with others.

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Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

ISTJ
ISTP
ESTP
ESTJ

(MBTI)

ISFJ
ISFP
ESFP
ESFJ

INFJ
INFP
ENFP
ENFJ

INTJ
INTP
ENTP
ENTJ

ENTJ and Career Exploration

An ENTJ tends to find career satisfaction with careers that have the following characteristics:
Involves opportunities for organizing tasks and leading people
Requires logically analyzing issues and creatively solving problems
Encourages assessing and improving the current organizational processes
Involves interacting with competent people to complete tasks
Requires completing intellectually challenging projects
Rewards individuals based on their knowledge and achievements
Encourages long-term planning that further enhance organizational efficiency
Promotes an organized environment with clear directions
Provides an opportunity for development, promotion, and advancement
When exploring career options, an ENTJ will often
Create many long-term goals with corresponding action plans
Gather information by contacting people through networking
Anticipate future career trends
Logically evaluate their career options
Benefit from incorporating their values into a final career decision
Desire to make a quick decision and should be cautious not to miss important information

Careers to Consider
The following is a list of suggested occupations that fit the qualities of an ENTJ or are careers that other ENTJ have found
to be satisfying. Use this list as a starting point for further investigation but do not limit your options to only this list.
Senior Manager

Personal Financial Planner

Executive

Investment Broker

Office Manager

Mortgage Broker

Educational Consultant

Chemical Engineer

Personnel Manager

Stock Broker

Education Administrator

Lawyer

Sales Manager

Economic Analyst

Teacher: Science/Social

Computer Specialist

Marketing Manager

Credit Investigator

Management Trainer

Program Designer

Administrator

Labor Relations

Business Consultant

Human Resource Planners

Employment Development
Worker

Studies
Psychologist

Attorney
Judge

Family Physician
Health Administrator

Management Consultant

For information on a specific career, check out www.saskjobfutures.ca or www.alis.gov.ab.ca

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Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

(MBTI)

ISTJ
ISTP
ESTP
ESTJ

ISFJ
ISFP
ESFP
ESFJ

INFJ
INFP
ENFP
ENFJ

INTJ
INTP
ENTP
ENTJ

Job Search
During their job search, an ENTJ will often...
Prepare an organized job search plan
Consider future employment and employer needs
Acquire significant knowledge of the potential employer
Need to be tolerant of the job search details
Network with a large group of people
Use their creativity to overcome obstacles
Benefit from considering options they perceive to be beneath their abilities
Need to ensure they have gathered all necessary facts before making a decision
During an interview, an ENTJ will often...
Confidently respond to questions
Assume they know enough about the job and benefit from asking additional questions
Need to be cautious not to appear too aggressive
Benefit from limiting their discussion on possibilities or potentials and promote their current contributions to
the company

ENTJ and Work

At work, the ENTJ will often
Organize people, time, and resources to complete tasks in the most effective way
Discover new ideas, logically evaluate identified possibilities, and make rational decisions
Create comprehensive plans that facilitate their achievement of big picture or long-term objectives
Delegate tasks to others and oversee the completion of a project
Motivate themselves to achieve results and excel in their position
Complete a task on the first attempt and dislike making mistakes
Understand difficult topics or complex ideas
Excel at recognizing and solving problems within an organization
Promote structure and create a vision for an organization
Desire challenging tasks and find routine to be boring
Accept feedback from individuals they perceive to be competent

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Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

ISTJ
ISTP
ESTP
ESTJ

(MBTI)

ISFJ
ISFP
ESFP
ESFJ

INFJ
INFP
ENFP
ENFJ

INTJ
INTP
ENTP
ENTJ

At work, the ENTJ should be aware that they may

Become frustrated with others who do not reflect their work style
Benefit from delegating detail-orientated tasks
Desire to make unnecessary improvements within an organization
Focus too heavily on a task and neglect to communicate with other employees
Cultivate a greater ease and comfort among coworkers by sharing their personal side
Benefit from learning how to tactfully present their ideas and opinions
Concentrate only on their own initiatives and neglect to consider others ideas
Feel uncomfortable and uncertain of how to provide encouragement or positive feedback
Need to patiently allow people in positions of authority to make decisions
Benefit from slowing down their decision making process to ensure all information is considered
Need to be open to further exploring issues that have been decided
Become judgmental, commanding, and abrupt when feeling unappreciated for their contributions

Teamwork
On a team, the ENTJ will often
Maintain an organized approach that focuses on the goal
Reliably complete all assigned tasks
Infuse group projects with energy
Present ideas with a direct and straightforward approach
Desire to work alongside other competent and dedicated individuals
Be interested in teamwork when it results in the efficient achievement of goals
On a team, the ENTJ should be aware that they may
Need to limit the amount that they direct and control others
Present theoretical or abstract information that may confuse some group members
Benefit from further developing their interpersonal skills
Become frustrated with spending additional time gaining consensus from the group
Frustrate team members by being too controlling or requiring the immediate completion of tasks
Feel irritated with group members that are uncommitted, deviate from the goal, continue to discuss an area that
has been decided, or inefficiently use their time and resources

Leadership
The ENTJ likely experiences a natural inclination for leadership. As a leader, the ENTJ will often
Excel at organizing people and situations to achieve results
Use a direct and upfront management approach
See the overall picture and create a vision for others to follow
Motivate people to meet the identified goals and objectives
Surround themselves with people who replicate their own strengths and weaknesses
Benefit from being open to hearing input from all individuals and considering others views
Need to recognize the small contributions that individuals make throughout a project
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Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

(MBTI)

ISTJ
ISTP
ESTP
ESTJ

ISFJ
ISFP
ESFP
ESFJ

INFJ
INFP
ENFP
ENFJ

INTJ
INTP
ENTP
ENTJ

ENTJ and Life

Communication
The ENTJ will often
Present information in a clear manner that reflects their position of control
Desire to hear specific and logical expectations, long-term plans, and accurate information that is presented in a
confident manner
Enjoy discussing and debating ideas and issues
Convey information that highlights their competence
Directly acknowledge anything they deem to be wrong or inaccurate
The ENTJ should be aware that they may need to
Intentionally provide positive encouragement and feedback
Improve their active listening skills by ensuring they hear and understand the message
Seek out and accept the opinions and thoughts of others
Take the time to explain their actions
Be sensitive to the affect their criticism has on others
Develop patience for how others communicate

Decision Making
When it comes to decision making, the ENTJ will often
Logically analyze their options and make rational decisions
Benefit from considering the impact their decision will have on people
Need to incorporate their values when evaluating their options
Limit the amount of time spent making a decision
Use decision making to create closure on an issue

Playing
The ENTJ is usually focused on completing all their work before relaxing or devoting attention to their personal lives.
ENTJs tend to struggle with maintaining a balanced approach to life and may end up feeling overworked. Although
they may struggle with being present at home, the ENTJ prefers to maintain a sense of control in their personal lives.
As a post-secondary student, they are often interested in attending athletic games and are drawn to leadership positions
within groups on campus. As well, their competitive and driven work habits are reflected in their approach to any
activity that they participate. They also desire for their roommates to reflect their own reliable, thorough, hardworking,
and organized approach to life. For the ENTJ student, their hectic schedule often limits their availability for dating.

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Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

(MBTI)

ISTJ
ISTP
ESTP
ESTJ

ISFJ
ISFP
ESFP
ESFJ

INFJ
INFP
ENFP
ENFJ

INTJ
INTP
ENTP
ENTJ

Stress
An ENTJ will often experience stress when
Feeling unable to deal with their emotions or the emotional expression of others
Confronted over their poor treatment of others
Perceiving that their lack of knowledge created a problem
Dealing with people who ignore established principles, exhibit irrational behaviors, or miss deadlines
Becoming consumed with their own high work standards
Working within an unorganized environment
Feeling unable to control a situation or task
Working with individuals they perceive to be incompetent
When they are affected by stress, an ENTJ will often
Refrain from considering new ideas
Become excessively emotional and use irrational thinking
Exhibit extremely demanding behaviors
Withdraw from situations or avoid people
Perceive that others do not like them
With significant stress, react with a strong temper or become critical and judgmental of themselves and their
abilities
An ENTJ can reduce stress by
Reaching out to others to receive support
Examining the impact their actions will have on others
Expressing their emotions through conversation or other creative outlets
Spending time on their own to reestablish their control
Participating in physical or recreational activities
Reevaluating their decisions

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Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

ISTJ
ISTP
ESTP
ESTJ

(MBTI)

ISFJ
ISFP
ESFP
ESFJ

INFJ
INFP
ENFP
ENFJ

INTJ
INTP
ENTP
ENTJ

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