People with an ISFJ personality type tend to be humble, hard-working, and enthusiastic in their behavior. They often focus on making sure a job is done perfectly and like to follow a specific approach. Though they are quiet, ISFJs are social and enjoy being around small groups of familiar people.
What is an ESTJ Personality Type
(The Commander)?
People with an ESTJ personality type tend to be organized, loyal, and hard-working in their behavior. They are good, law-abiding citizens with a desire to lead. They are very principled and thrive when they are helping and encouraging others to follow a set of beliefs and values.
Communication
How can ISFJ and ESTJ types communicate effectively with each other?
ISFJs and ESTJs are very different; though they are both Sensing, Judging personalities, meaning they prefer to focus on concrete details and follow a set plan, ISFJs are reserved and empathetic, while ESTJs are outgoing and logical.
ISFJs should work on expressing themselves more rationally around ESTJs, while ESTJs should listen to and show empathy toward ISFJs.
Resolving Conflict
How can ISFJ and ESTJ types resolve conflict?
ISFJs and ESTJs, as Sensing personalities, should work through each problem individually, remaining empathetic and attentive to one another. ESTJs should give ISFJs the space and support they need to feel safe to express themselves. ISFJs need to be direct and even-tempered when addressing a problem with ESTJs.
Building Trust
How can ISFJ and ESTJ types build trust?
ISFJs are likely to trust ESTJs who listen closely and care about ISFJs’ feelings. ISFJs need to feel safe and secure around ESTJs.
ESTJs will grow to trust ISFJs who can be level-headed, even in tense situations; ISFJs should allow ESTJs the autonomy they need to thrive.
Both ISFJs and ESTJs bring practical ideas and organization to a work environment. ISFJs also offer empathetic thinking, while ESTJs offer logical decision-making. ISFJs can help ESTJs consider how their decisions will impact others. ESTJs can help ISFJs feel comfortable expressing their thoughts.
Dealing with Change
How can ISFJ and ESTJ types deal with change?
Because they tend to follow set plans, ISFJs and ESTJs may have a difficult time adapting to change. They should consider the positive aspects of a new situation and be willing to modify their plans.
Managing Stress
ISFJ and ESTJ types need to seek to understand what brings stress to the other type and should try to avoid causing it when possible.
ISFJ types are easily stressed by...
Large crowds and parties
Harsh or repeated criticism
Considering conceptual or hypothetical ideas
Failure from themselves or others
ESTJ types are easily stressed by...
Lack of structure in a work environment
Inconsistent relationships with friends
Expressing personal feelings to others
Unfamiliar experiences and unexpected change
ISFJs should avoid pushing ESTJs to open up emotionally, while ESTJs should be willing to listen to and support ISFJs.
Encouraging and Motivating
ISFJ and ESTJ types can encourage and motivate each other in their personal and professional lives.
ISFJ types are motivated by...
Newfound personal connections
Time alone to regroup and recharge
Finding practical solutions to a problem
Making a positive contribution to the world
ESTJ types are motivated by...
Abiding by a designated routine
Discovering a practical solution to a problem
Spending time with the people they love
Inspiring action or leadership from others
ISFJs can help motivate ESTJs by engaging in deep conversation, while ESTJs can encourage INFJs by offering positive affirmation.
16-Personality Test
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