TB332
Unit 1

Based on the basic personality self-assessment, I would have to agree with most of them. The one I am a bit reluctant to agree upon is the Extraversion. Although I am sociable and try to be talkative I do know that at first I am known to be shy. Most of these self-assessment tests do find that I am more of a introvert than an extrovert. I do have a high tolerance to be cooperative, trusting and good natured. Although I do not always like to agree with others, I do try and find a middle point where we can both agree upon the outcome. I agree that I am responsible, dependable, and achievement oriented. I feel these characteristics allow me to be detail oriented and be dependable enough to be entrusted with important tasks. As for emotional stability, I see myself as having great emotional stability. Especially at the work place, I tend to set my emotions aside and focus more on the task itself. I feel I am emotional about things that are close to me but can always control my emotions when need be.
For my Jungian personality assessment, it came out to be ISTP. I do agree that I am more of an introvert than an extrovert. I do talk when I need to and can hold a conversation, but I do not see myself as the type to talk out loud in the middle of a classroom or be the first to initiate a conversation. As the ISTP personality itself, I would have to disagree on most of the Jung type description. As I said previously I do see myself being a bit hidden or private but they also say that ISTP are not very affectionate and have loner tendencies. I show great affection towards the people I love, or the things I love, as a matter of fact, I am known to give too much affection to my dog. As far as loner tendencies go, I don’t mind sitting at home and watching T.V. if that’s what loner tendencies mean, but I am also known not to stay home most days. I go hang out with friends, and even if we don’t have anything to do, I am more likely to be seen with friends than to be seen by myself. Also they say that ISTP are anti-tattoos, I cannot agree with this also. I am very pro-tattoos, and have some myself. I admire different types of tattoos and enjoy talking about them with people I see having interesting ink on them.
As for my conflict handling style, I would have to agree with the scores that I received. I am a bit competitive and do like winning, the only part I would have to disagree with is that I still look at the impact that it could have on others. I have a high score on collaborating because I do feel that both sides can win. Most of my friends actually come to me with situations because they know I would look at both sides of the arguments instead of just siding with my friend. I think it’s important to always put yourself in the other person’s shoes. This is probably why I also scored high on compromising.
These assessments help to give you an overall description of what you could be but definitely not exactly what you are. As for me, I do see myself as a quiet peaceful person, who cares about his family, friends, and values. I always try to find a middle point where everyone can be happy and compromise.