Next is...ISTJ (2)
Thursday, January 1, 2015
I took a second test on another test provider and I got ISTJ! So, what is ISTJ?
Introversion (I), Sensing (S), Thinking (T), Judging (J) = ISTJ
ISTJs direct their energy inward. They are private and are energized by spending time alone. They are deliberate and independent. ISTJs usually have a small circle of friends. They are often the type that thinks before they speak. With a preference for Sensing, ISTJs process information through their senses. They are concrete and realistic people. They give attention to detail and live in the present.
ISTJs are Thinkers and make decisions with their head. They can be impersonal and firm with others. They are driven by thought and are objective. ISTJs are emotionally controlled. ISTJs are structured, scheduled and organized. They seek closure. Completing tasks brings them great satisfaction.
My observation is that whenever one person is found adequate to the discharge of a duty... it is worse executed by two persons, and scarcely done at all if three or more are employed therein.
George Washington
Describing an ISTJ
ISTJs can often be described using these words.
- Dependable
- Hard working
- Dutiful
- Private
- Thorough
- Decisive
- Efficient
- Punctual
- Traditional
- Humorous
- Practical
- Deliberate
- Responsible
- Honest
- Rule following
- Loyal
- Sacrificial
- Devoted
- Service-oriented
- Scrupulous
- Rigid
- Committed
ISTJ Career Matches
The following careers are possible matches for individuals with the ISTJ personality.
- Accountant
- Military Officer
- Police Officer
- Administrator
- Auditor
- Medical Doctor
- Dentist
- Financial Officer
- Detective
- Scientist
- Math Teacher
- Lawyer/Attorney
- Judge
- Manager
- Computer Programmer
- Computer Specialist
- Librarian
- Executive
- Steelworker
- Electrician
- Mechanical Engineer
- Systems Analyst
- Technical Specialist
- Technician
ISTJs and Learning / School
Typical ISTJ Strengths
- Good at listening
- Committed and loyal
- Excellent with money management
- Precise and detailed
- Handles criticism well
- Honest and direct
- Strong-willed and dutiful
- Very responsible
- Calm and practical
- Create an enforce order
- Jacks-of-all-trades (Much like Analyst (NT))
Possible ISTJ Weaknesses
- Can become too rigid
- Not generous with praise
- Desires to always be right
- Not in tune with feelings
- Stubborn
- Insensitive
- Always by the book
- Judgemental
- Often unreasonably blame themselves
Famous ISTJs
The following famous people and fictional characters can be classified as ISTJs with reasonable accuracy.
Famous ISTJ People
- George Washington
American President - Andrew Johnson
American President - Benjamin Harrison
American President - Herbert Hoover
American President - George H. W. Bush
American President
- Thomas
Apostle of Jesus - Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Athlete (Heptathlon) - Evander Holyfield
Boxer - Henry Ford
Businessman - Jack Webb
Actor, Producer
- Condoleeza Rice
U.S. Secretary of State - Kirk Douglas
Actor - Warren Buffet
Investor, Businessman - Harry Truman
American President - Queen Elizabeth II
Queen of England
- Rosalynn Carter
U.S. First Lady - Duke of Wellington
British Prime Minister - Anthony Hopkins
Actor - Gary Sinise
Actor
Fictional ISTJ Characters
- Joe Friday
Dragnet - Eeyore
Winnie the Pooh - Fred Mertz
I Love Lucy
- Puddleglum
Chronicles of Narnia - Cliff Clavin
Cheers - Dallas
Alien
- Bruce Wayne
Batman Begins - Jet Black
Cowboy Bebop - Gen. Yevgraf Zhivago
Doctor Zhivago
- Frankie Dunn
Million Dollar Baby - Darth Vader
Star Wars - Evelyn Cross Mulwray
Chinatown
ISTJ IN THE WORKPLACE
When it comes to the workplace, ISTJs are almost a stereotype for the classic hard-working, dutiful employee. In all positions, the ISTJ personality type seeks structure, clearly defined rules, and respect for authority and hierarchy. Responsibilities aren't burdens to ISTJs, they are the trust that has been placed in them, an opportunity to prove once again that they are the right person for the job.
On the other hand, the change that comes with assuming those new responsibilities, or in losing old ones, is often a significant struggle for ISTJs. This presents itself differently in different positions of authority, but it is one of ISTJs' most significant challenges to overcome. The usual insensitivity common to all Thinking (T) types is also a running theme here, something many people with the ISTJ personality type choose to focus on in their personal and professional development.
ISTJ SUBORDINATES
ISTJs crave responsibility, which makes them the go-to subordinates for odds and ends and unpopular projects. Often seen as jacks of all trades, ISTJ personalities can competently tackle any project that comes with a manual. On the other hand, this makes them reluctant to give up responsibilities even when they are overburdened, or when there are better people for the job. The seriousness in ISTJs' approach to their work makes them surprisingly sensitive to criticism, leading to a sometimes vexing level of inflexibility.
Their stubbornness aside, or perhaps because of it, ISTJs are quite possibly one of the most productive subordinates – they respect authority and hierarchy, and have no problem following orders and instructions. Punctuality is unlikely to ever be an issue, either in terms of showing up to work on time, or in terms of meeting project deadlines. While ISTJs may need clearly set steps and well-defined responsibilities, they are exceptionally loyal, dedicated, meticulous and patient in completing their work.
ISTJ COLLEAGUES
Among colleagues, no one can be trusted more to ensure that projects are finished on time and by the book than ISTJs. Quiet and methodical, people with the ISTJ personality type keep cool when the going gets tough, but expect their colleagues to share their approach. Significantly different types, especially more emotional ones, baffle ISTJs with their need for emotional support and openness, or capacity for dropping something, half finished. To ISTJs, either something's been done right or it's been done wrong, and sugarcoating it or walking away isn't going to fix it.
ISTJs value peace and security in the workplace, and the easiest way for this to happen is for them to simply work alone. Innovations, brainstorming, theories and new ideas all disrupt this comfortable state, and it takes a great deal of respect on ISTJs' part to acknowledge their validity. Once the details have been laid out and a plan of implementation established though, ISTJs are an indispensable part of the team in putting these ideas into practice.
ISTJ MANAGERS
ISTJs love responsibility and the power resulting from it. Pressing themselves hard to meet their obligations, ISTJs regularly go above and beyond their duties, and expect their subordinates to act with the same level of dedication. At the same time, ISTJs' preference for doing things by the book, adherence to hierarchy, and general aversion to innovation makes their subordinates ride a very thin line when they do – stepping out of bounds must be backed up with just the facts, and results.
It is said that it is better to do first and ask permission later – it's difficult to say whether this applies to ISTJs, as they are very intolerant of their subordinates' failures to meet their obligations, and one of those obligations is to stick to the plan. Believing that truth, at least as far as they see it, is more important than sensitivity, ISTJ personalities are capable of laying down hard criticism, and their willingness to make tough decisions can make perceived insubordination the final trespass.
In conclusion, ISTJ Examiners are service-oriented. They strive to help others in whatever role they play. They take responsibility seriously and honor their commitments. They fulfill duties without seeking recognition. Their greatest contribution is their ability to work hard and to make sacrifices to keep society running smoothly.
p/s: This is another test. I have those traits in the test before and this test. They mix whenever I want them to. Teehee.
Credit: Personalitymax