| Extraverts |
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Introverts |
| Strength: Generally like to talk things out and bounce ideas off of people. Blindspot: May be perceived as not taking enough time to stop and reflect. Sometimes don't listen well. |
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Strength: Generally like to think things through and listen carefully before coming to any conclusion. Blindspot: May be perceived as not communicating openly with others. Once they come to a conclusion, may fail to mention it to anyone else. |
| Sensors |
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Intuitives |
| Strength: Generally attuned to the practical realities of the situation. They know what needs to be done and what it will take to get it done. Blindspot: May be perceived as failing to take into account the big picture or thinking about the possibilities of what might be. |
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Strength: Generally in touch and excited by the possibilities for the future. They think about what could happen if . . . Blindspot: May be perceived as failing to think through the practical implications of making something happen. Also likely to overlook details. |
| Thinkers |
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Feelers |
| Strength: When making a decision, generally analyze what makes the most sense and try to arrive at a conclusion that is logical and objective. Blindspot: May be perceived as cold-hearted and seemingly indifferent to other people's feelings. |
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Strength: When making a decision, generally think through how it will affect the people involved. Able to put oneself in the other's shoes to get a sense of how he/she feels. Blindspot: May be perceived as avoiding conflict or bottling up negative emotions. |
| Judgers |
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Perceivers |
| Strength: Generally organized and structured. Able to communicate (or at least know) what to expect next. Blindspot: May be perceived as not being spontaneous and/or flexible enough to adapt to last minute changes or surprises. |
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Strength: Generally flexible and adaptable. Comfortable handling unexpected changes. Blindspot: May be perceived as having too many projects going on at the same time and not finishing things that they start. |