ESTP Strengths

Every personality archetype has strengths and blind spots, and these are often amplified in professional settings where we often encounter a diverse group of people with vastly different backgrounds and value systems.

ESTPs have many skills that can make a major difference to those around them. Their outgoing nature and flexibility can help them take on new situations with ease. ESTPs’ strengths help them stay optimistic, even in unexpected circumstances, which can have a positive impact on both their work and home lives.

ESTPs tend to be naturally persuasive. They can offer compelling, logically sound reasons for supporting a cause or idea and their people skills tend to make them even more convincing.

They are able to remain objective in emotional circumstances. ESTPs can separate their emotions from the decision making, which can help them make well thought out choices, even in really difficult situations.

ESTPs tend to express themselves with honesty and clarity. They are likely to share their thoughts directly and confidently, even if they know they’ll receive pushback.

They tend to be original, authentic people. Their natural self-confidence, combined with their ability to comfortable try new things makes ESTPs unique.

ESTPs are naturally people-oriented. They tend to have an easy time talking with others and making friends. Their extroversion combined with their fun-loving, adaptable attitude tends to help them thrive in social situations.

Engaging in tasks they’re strong at will help ESTPs feel happier and work more productively. They’ll have the opportunity to both actively engage with their work and use their strengths to their benefit, which may help them stick with a position long term.