...Personality Test ISFJ – Introverted Sensing Feeling Judging – “ The Nurturer” According to the Myers-Briggs Personality Test, the “Nurturer” is a quiet and kind introvert that is dependable and sensitive towards others. The test described the ISFJ personality as one who is considerate and hard working, but at the same time, is flawed with stubbornness and inflexibility in their opinions. An ISFJ has a very clear idea of how things should be and will often be rigid unless proven with concrete evidence. While in certain situation, the test allowed me to better understand a portion of my character, the results seem to provide a narrow description of only certain characteristics. The personality test was able to articulate the explanations behind my actions and interaction with other people. It is true that I learn best by doing, rather than reading about it. I’ve always been a very visual person who performs a task best through practical applications. ISFJ’s are very dependable. When working in a group, I can be counted on to complete my part of a task and often would indirectly guide others to perform to the best of their abilities. I often don’t take full control, or establish dominant leadership within a group setting, but would guide others from behind the scenes. For example, if I believed that my version of an answer would be more accurate, I would offer it as a suggestion, rather than telling others that they are wrong. By providing others with a reasonable explanation...
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...ONCE” ESTP “THE ULTIMATE REALISTS” ESTJ “LIFE’S ADMINISTRATORS” INTJ ISFJ INFJ “A HIGH SENSE OF DUTY” “AN INSPIRATION TO OTHERS” ISFP INFP “SEES MUCH BUT SHARES LITTLE” “PERFORMING NOBLE SERVICE TO AID SOCIETY” ESFP ENFP ENTP “YOU ONLY GO AROUND ONCE IN LIFE” “GIVING LIFE AN EXTRA SQUEEZE” “ONE EXCITING CHALLENGE AFTER ANOTHER” “EVERYTHING HAS ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT” INTP “A LOVE OF PROBLEMSOLVING” ESFJ ENFJ ENTJ “HOSTS AND HOSTESSES OF THE WORLD” “SMOOTH TALKING PERSUADERS” “LIFE’S NATURAL LEADERS” Based on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator sm Where are you on the diagram above? Are you an ENFJ – someone who spends his or her time involved with the things around them (“E” for Extravert), sees the world in terms of possibilities (“N” for iNtuitive), makes decisions based on subjective judgment (“F” for Feeler), and lives life in a decisive, orderly manner (“J” for Judger)? Are you an ISTP – someone who spends his or her time in reflection (“I” for Introvert), see the world in terms of practical facts (“S” for Sensor), makes decisions based on objective analysis (“T” for Thinker), and lives life in a spontaneous, flexible way (“P” for Perceiver)? Or are you one of the fourteen other combinations? In Type Talk, Otto Kroeger and Janet M. Thuesan show you exactly how to determine your personality type, using a scientifically validated method based on the work of C. G. Jung....
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...main focus of the studies in this module was the Myers Briggs Type Indicators. These indicators describe the way in which different people think and approach the world. It tells us that each one of us has preferences from the four descriptors giving a possible 16 personality types, Extraverted/Introverted, Sensing/INtuitive, Thinking/Feeling, Judging/Perceiving. After reading through descriptions of each type, I assessed myself as having an ISFJ type. However, when my results arrived from the MBTI Test completed online, my results were an ESTJ type. Upon reading into the characteristics I questioned whether I was really an extrovert as I have always thought of myself as shy and reserved. The traits of an extravert are those who are energised when they talk though tasks with others and prefer to act after doing so. They enjoy the company of others especially if discussions and projects are in an area of common interest. I originally chose the Feeling type as I consider myself a people person; however I also like to be objective and to look at things logically and debate the issues. After this further analysis, I decided the ESTJ type better described me. Since I have read about the different personality types, I feel it will help me with how to better communicate with work colleagues. When communicating with other extroverts, one should aim to do so face to face. If in groups allow interaction, focus on action and be aware of their preference for an immediate response...
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...Analysis of Online Social Network American Sentinel University RN – BSN COM412 11-04-2011 Abstract In my previous papers, I have analyzed my self-concept and I found out that, I am an ISFJ personality. And by doing communication skills test based on www.queendom.com my interpersonal communication skills were graded as excellent, which I feel it is true based on my self-analysis. The aim of this paper is to make a link between Self-concept and communication skills and, to do an online search in Google or other popular engines like Facebook and twitter to find out” who I am, and how others are seeing me”. In order to do that, I considered myself as a stranger and an Employer. Key words: Self-Concept, Communication Skills, Facebook, “Who I am and how others are seeing me”, Stranger, Employer. In this paper, in order to make a link between “Who I am and how others are seeing me”, I did an online search in Google and other popular engines like Facebook and twitter. I wasn’t able to find my name in Google, because of the privacy settings in my Facebook profile. So, I logged into my Facebook account and I considered myself as a stranger and analyzed my profile. The results of self –analysis are as follows. Being a Stranger my assumptions are: 1. Privacy: My account settings are not open to public, by choosing the privacy settings my phone number, Email address, home address, date of birth; my friends and family list are kept private. 2. Profile Picture:...
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...They may be physical barriers or they may be systems or processes that discourage better performance. Behavior analysis therefore also views behavior as a function of the environment” (McSween and Pounds, ¶6). The important implication in this concept is that managers also need to consider ways to change the job in ways that make it easier or more convenient to perform better. The next giant leap in organizational performance will require managers and employees alike to understand the dynamics that are behind the effects of their behavior on themselves and others. Personality and Behavior Analysis Behavior analysis provides managers with tools they need to be more effective in developing relationships. Too often employers believe that the root cause of most employees’ performance problems is related to who they are (their personality) rather than what they do (their behavior.) They tend to communicate the belief -- often unintentionally -- that performance problems are related to personality. The solution is therefore to change the employee through some process or to get another employee. This not only doesn’t work but communicates blame to employees from a moral perspective. Personality Insight Big Five Model After completing the Big Five Model, the five-factor model of personality, results revealed my personality to be introverted, moderately agreeable, moderately dependable and responsible, possessed with negative emotional...
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...which an MBA is the vehicle that will provide my career the means to that end state. A graduate with an MBA is stereotypically regarded as more dependable, knowledgeable, and marketable. An MBA is sometimes called the golden ticket to increase in salary, career progression, influence, and power ((Rapert, Smith, Velliquette, & Garretson, 2004, p. 17). An MBA is recognized globally as a standard of excellence that is measured and weighted in today’s global economy. An undergraduate student has skills and knowledge, but armed only with this degree, the student has on touched the breadth of knowledge in key subject areas including economics, finance, strategic managerial principals, and analysis. The undergraduate is knowledgeable in the area of business perceptions and analysis, but is far from having the skills required to apply advanced theory and analytical practices in a competitive fast paced business environment. A Graduate student with an MBA has honed the skills to develop a solid analytical process that brings value and command of business principles and practices to the big picture. The economy of the world is changing rapidly and evolving with the introduction of the internet, and electronic commerce. The old ways of doing business are receding and giving way to a global posture where country...
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...Professional Presence & Influence Janene Mills Loga Western Governor's University Professional Presence and Influence C351 Professional Presence & Influence Introduction In these days of HCAHPS scores, and patient satisfaction being tied to reimbursement, it can be vitally important for the success of a healthcare facility, to have nurses who strive for quality relationships with their patients because this can influence the perception of the care received. A very important part of this is the professional presence the nurse conveys. A nurse’s professional presence is uniquely personalized; it is influenced by their own views on health and medicine, individual personality traits, how mindful they are in their practice, and in the type of healing environment in which they may be practicing. Professional Presence Models of Health and Healing Dr. Larry Dossey, MD describes his theory of Western Medicine as having three Eras’. (Dossey) Era One, which he states to have started in the 1860’s and continued to the 1940’s. Era Two, which he proposes to have begun in the post World War II period to recent times. Era Three is the most recent which he states is an emerging shift to a new focus which he calls “Transpersonal Medicine”. In Era One, Dr. Dossey describes the practice of medicine as being only physical in nature. He equates this era as focusing on the body and mind, and their functioning only in a physical way, not related to one another. He describes...
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...respond to people’s emotions now against how I used to respond maybe 5 years ago, I believe I was more understanding and patient with my people then, than what I am today. I could relate to the fact about how an Organization’s goals and culture can influence a manager’s behavior and working style. OB has helped me by giving me a very objective view of what I was, what I have become and what I should be. It has for example provided me with an insight on how I have maybe suppressed my original style of leadership and latched on to a style that is not truly mine, but an amalgamation of what my organization demands and my bosses demanded. A key learning for me has been knowing the importance of Interpersonal skills or networking. As a personality I am not an outgoing individual and I have always had this perception that good interpersonal skills is nothing but sucking up to others, which I could never see myself doing. I have always wanted my work to speak for itself and I was lucky enough that it has on most occasions. However, once again retrospectively if I have to...
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...interrelationships. Managerial self-awareness and personal reflection play an important role in the leadership development process (McCarthy & Garavan, 1999). The 360-degree feedback process, multisource assessments, and personality inventories are useful in the context of leadership development (Church & Bracken, 1997; McCarthy & Garavan, 1999). Selfassessment and personal reflection are valuable tools in achieving personal and professional 2 growth and success. The challenge, however, is that self-assessment is oftentimes a difficult task due to the subjectivity of personal perceptions of strengths and weaknesses. The purpose of this essay is to report out on the assessment of the leadership styles of individual team members and identify the most important areas for improvement. The essay commences with a discussion on the criteria used for the selection of the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) as a self-awareness leadership instrument. The essay continues with an analysis of individual team member results from the Myers-Briggs and concludes with a set of recommendations by acknowledging that leadership styles vary among individuals and the personality of the individual plays an important role in developing his or her leadership style. Criteria for Instrument Selection Personality characteristics influence the effectiveness of individual...
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...My own ethical and moral values, beliefs, attitudes and personal integrity and assessment of my effect on my own and others’ behaviour in the leadership mentoring or executive coaching relationship – critically reviewed. Within the Myers-Briggs psychometric analysis I fit the personality type is Introvert, Sensing, Feeling, Judging (ISFJ). The fact that this is not a common personality type in the Service is perhaps an indicator of the amount of learned behaviour I have accumulated in my 19 years as a manager For example I am often perceived as an extrovert because others perceive me as confident and able to speak in public forums, express my opinions etc. In truth I find such activity exhausting and my energies are very much driven from within – at times when I can be reflective and free from large numbers of people. I like working with people but I do not often feel energised as a result of it and prefer to spend time out of work either alone or with those closest to me. In my first role as a manager grade I was required to deliver presentations top various audiences including 2 international conferences, where my presentation was simultaneously interpreted into several other languages. Initially such events caused real physical distress in the moments leading up to them, such as weakness/shaking in leg muscles and an inability to breathe properly when I began to speak. It was only through perseverance and the realisation that no-one else noticed, that I was gradually...
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...Portrait of the Supervisors (eStJ) Supervisor Guardians [ESTJs] are squarely on the side of rules and procedures, and they can be quite serious about seeing to it that others toe the mark—or else face the consequences. They do not hesitate to give their stamp of approval, nor do they withhold their directions or suggestions for improvement. Like seasoned, stalwart umpires, Supervisors will set their jaw and make the call on anyone who steps up to bat. They even feel obligated to do so, and they’re sometimes surprised when others don’t seem grateful for being set straight. Comprising at least ten percent of the population, Supervisors go by experience and that is what counts, not speculation and experimentation, and certainly not fantasy. They keep their feet firmly on the ground and make sure that those under their supervision do the same, whether employee, subordinate, offspring, or spouse. If others wish to fool around and daydream, fine, as long as they do it on their own time—which means after the job is done. But if they fritter away their time while on duty, they should not be surprised when the Supervisor calls them on the carpet. The top sergeant will not put up with such nonsense. Supervisors are gregarious and civic-minded, and are usually key players of their community. They are generous with their time and energy, and very often belong to a variety of groups, supporting them through steady attendance, but also taking a vocal leadership role. Indeed, membership groups...
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...Who I Am As A Learner Education Essay This test is analyzing where I stand as a leaner, how I can help myself to improve my performance by focusing on areas which are relevant to the study of any subject and which will have a significant influence on my mark or grade. As a student, we should responsible for my own learning and development there are skills can use to improve my performance. However the most important of this test to me is that it determines where I stand today and defines the direction for where I want myself to be successful in the future. The test is conducted on myself i.e. VARK, learning styles , MBTI, and Belbin, those outcome is justification based on my personal experience from various individual who know me to determine the trueness associated with the outcome. 1.1 Application of VARK Test The first test that I performed was the VARK questionnaire ‘How do I learn best’ (Appendix 1). The VARK is a questionnaire to provide users with a profile to their learning preferences for taking in and giving our information. The VARK consist of the 16 questions with four options, and the learner can select more than one option for each question. This instrument, recently updated, is free either as an online or printable version (www.vark-learn.com). Other than this, VARK also provides students with an indication of their preferences for learning and as such it will indicate stronger and weaker preferences. Specifically, take the four preferences emphasized in the VARK questionnaire...
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...prepare, one must have a great deal of self-awareness. This includes clear understanding of personal values and ethics, analyzing personality characteristics, evaluation of learning styles and identifying strengths, weaknesses, motivators, opportunities and threats. Preparing for this personal development plan has been a thought-provoking study encouraging self-evaluation, reflection and realization within the context of self-improvement in career education and relationships. I have analyzed my personality traits to understand how each correlates with my strengths, weaknesses and tendencies. I have learned that my own perceptions and actions may be motivated by feelings that influence me instinctively. Although many traits stem from my personality, that doesn’t mean I can’t develop and improve. I can learn how to use my strengths in better ways and turn weaknesses into strong suits. I have learned through the Jungian Typology that my personality tendencies are moderately introverted, sensing and feeling, and distinctive judging (ISFJ). I have studied the key traits of this personality type and contemplated how it defines me in relationships, parenthood, career and the workplace. I am highly altruistic, supportive and traditional. I am motivated intrinsically and have excellent people-sensing skills. Consequently, my personality type is moderately introverted lending me to repress feelings and create more stress for myself. I am moderately bashful; networking...
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...ULT Western Governors University Professional Presence and Influence ULT January 22, 2016 ULT A 1. Models of Health and Healing Everyone has their own belief when it comes to health and healing. Some people may believe in power of pray with no conventional medicine. Others believe western medicine can cure what ails them. Today I will discuss the difference between Era II and Era III models of health and healing relating to what it means to be human. Era II is known as the mind-body model. This model was developed in the 19th century. It is believed to have conscious thought that assist in healing the body. “"Psychosomatic" aspect: that emotions and feelings can influence the body's functions.” (Dossey, n.d., p. 1). With Era II arose negative attitude, feelings and thoughts cause disease. Bad attitude equaled disease. With this discovery, people’s emotions can affect their heart rate, blood pressure, etc. Then Dossey realized positive thoughts, attitude and prayer can make people healthy. “Now, this has been sort of turned on its head and we recognize that thoughts, emotions, attitudes and feelings can really be used to make people healthy.” (DiCarlo, 1996, p. 1). Dossey’s discover of Era III involves consciousness which affects not only your body, but individuals miles away. This era is known as the mind-body-spirit model. Within Dossey’s research, he discovered the mind is different from the brain. When people die, their spirit lives on to assist in research...
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...Your Type ENTJ Extravert(28%) iNtuitive(3%) Thinking(9%) Judging(12%) * You have moderate preference of Extraversion over Introversion (28%) * You have marginal or no preference of Intuition over Sensing (3%) * You have slight preference of Thinking over Feeling (9%) * You have slight preference of Judging over Perceiving (12%) ENTJ Career Choices Extravert(28%) iNtuitive(3%) Thinking(9%) Judging(12%) ENTJs often find themselves in occupations that require good analytical and planning skills. ENTJs build successful careers in the areas requiring considerable organizational skills and intellectual efforts, presenting a challenge, and calling for creativity. They are greatly represented in technological and management consulting companies among engineers and developers, and among high- and mid-rank managers. They are also able to realize their potential in start-ups where they often fulfill management positions or take responsibility for the whole project. ENTJ Extraverted iNtuitive Thinking Judging by Joe Butt "I don't care to sit by the window on an airplane. If I can't control it, why look?" ENTJs have a natural tendency to marshall and direct. This may be expressed with the charm and finesse of a world leader or with the insensitivity of a cult leader. The ENTJ requires little encouragement to make a plan. One ENTJ put it this way... "I make these little plans that really don't have any importance to anyone else, and then feel compelled to carry...
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