a personality evaluation
A PERSONALITY EVALUATION BASED ON THE Based on the results of the Keirsey Temperament Sorter, I possess the Rational temperament. This temperament is composed of the following core characteristics:
Rationals need to understand why a solution will work, not merely identify it. Position or usual procedure does not matter if it is not useful to learning something new. Of the four types of Rationals (Architects, Fieldmarshals, Inventors, and Masterminds), I am an Architect. Architects are driven by a love of learning and are usually only interested in what makes sense. They open up only with close friends and are often difficult to know intimately. Architects view all discussion as educational opportunities and believe that they exist to eliminate inconsistencies. I found it both comforting and disconcerting to read the characteristics I share with Rational Architects. The next few paragraphs detail some of the ways in which I am true to the Rational temperament. I am independent, with a strong dislike for formalization and routine. I have an insatiable love for learning, especially for subjects that contain the answers to life’s fundamental questions. I prepare hard, practice hard, and thus achievement appears effortless. I can visualize another’s situation and argue several sides to every issue. Though advantageous at times, the weakness appears when making decisions about my own life, because it is difficult to choose the best solution. The ideal outcome of my life is to be a renaissance woman. Possessing many skills and capabilities, I have a strong interest in the following professions: architect, designer of interior spaces, photographer, change management consultant, efficiency/organization consultant, leadership consultant, trainer, or linguistics teacher. My current work experience includes being a college coach, NCAA compliance director, administrative assistant, HR generalist, college instructor, corporate trainer, small business owner, and consultant. Based on the information contained in the book Type Talk At Work, I have determined that I am an INTP, which makes NT my shortcut temperament. Mr. Kroeger and Ms. Thuesen list many NT work tendencies, some of which are shown below.
An NT’s favorite question is “Why?” They easily see the big picture, have clear insight into underlying principles of systems and organizations, and possess the ability to communicate clearly and precisely. My INTP preferences affect various work situations in the following ways. I enjoy autonomy, preferring consulting and telecommuting to normal office hours. Work must be meaningful to me and significant to others’ lives. My major weakness in this area is that my social skills deteriorate without regular human interaction. I seldom develop close outside-of-work friendships with my colleagues. I am observant and usually listen more than I speak. My biggest weakness in this area is that because of my inability to open up easily, I am often thought to be snobbish and uninterested in those around me. I believe open, truthful communication is the key to successful conflict resolution. Team communication is much more effective when everyone communicates honestly without fear. When conflicts do arise, knowing the issues and true feelings makes a good solution much easier to recognize and implement. I make decisions objectively. Some liken my style to “comparison shopping” because I investigate all the options, compare the merits of each, and then rapidly make the best decision. My biggest strength and weakness are the same: the ability to see many solutions and the desire to keep my options open. The weakness appears most in the development of my career because I work harder to keep my options open than to pursue a single career path. I am good at solving problems. I quickly identify them and often instinctively know the right course of action to take. I gather information, analyze it, generate possible solutions, and implement the one with the best long-term potential. The solution is easy to implement because I can visualize the action from start to finish. In terms of leadership, I endeavor to learn what motivates each person within the scope of my influence and then tailor my interactions accordingly. I believe in empowering people proportionate to their individual capacity for autonomy. I love change, and challenge my colleagues to embrace it through personal growth and increased exposure to adventure. In conclusion, type watching fascinates me. I believe it has great merit and I can visualize the success of its application to every facet of my life. Watching for the ways my personality differs from and complements those around me will profoundly impact my relationships. Gaining the ability to identify different types and know their behavioral preferences can be used immediately in my work life. NOTES Dodd, W. Home Page. 30 May 1997. <http://www.intp.org>. Keirsey, D. Advisor Team Rational Page. 15 December 2000 <http://www.advisorteam.com/keirsey_rational.html>. Keirsey, D. Home Page. 15 December 2000 <http://www.keirsey.com>. Kroeger, O. and Theusen, J. Type Talk at Work. New York: Dell Publishing, 1992. |