INTJ
Introverted Intuition with Thinking
People with INTJ preferences are relentless innovators in thought as well
as action. They trust their intuitive insights into the true relationships
and meanings of things, regardless of established authority or popularly
accepted beliefs. Their faith in their inner vision can move mountains.
Problems only stimulate them-the impossible takes a little longer, but
not much. They are the most independent of all the types, sometimes to
the point of being stubborn. They place a high value on competencetheir
own and others'.
Being sure of the worth of their inspirations, INTJs
want to see them worked out in practice, applied and accepted by the rest
of the world; they are willing to spend any time and effort to that end.
They have determination, perseverance, and will drive others almost as
hard as they drive themselves. Although their preference is for intuition,
they can, when necessary, focus on the details of a project to realize
their vision.
INTJs often value and use confidently their intuitive
insights in fields such as science, engineering, invention, politics, or
philosophy The boldness of their intuition may be of immense value in any
field, and should not be smothered in a routine job.
Some problems may arise from the INTJ's singleminded
concentration on goals. They may see the end so clearly that they fail
to look for other things which might conflict with the goal. Therefore
they need to actively seek the viewpoints of others.
INTJs may neglect their feeling values to the point
of ignoring other people's values and feelings. If they do, they may be
surprised by the bitterness of their opposition. An INTJ's own feeling
values have to be reckoned with also, for if too much suppressed, they
may build up pressure and find expression in inappropriate ways. Their
feeling needs to be used constructively, such as through appreciation of
other people. Given their talent for analysis, appreciation may be hard
for INTJs, but they will find it helpful on the job as well as in personal
relationships.
To be effective, INTJs must develop their thinking
to supply needed judgment. If their judgment is undeveloped, they
will be unable to criticize their own inner vision, and will not listen
to the opinions of others. They will therefore be unable to shape their
inspirations into effective action.