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Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

The Constructive Use of Differences

Introversion Sensing Feeling Judging - ISFJ

Quiet, friendly, responsible, and conscientious. Committed and steady in meeting their obligations. Thorough, painstaking, and accurate. Loyal, considerate, notice and remember specifics about people who are important to them, concerned with how others feel. Strive to create an orderly and harmonious environment at work and at home. ~www.myersbriggs.org

Traits of an ISFJ

ISFJ traits word bubble within a human head outline

  • good caretakers
  • cooperative
  • loyal
  • organized
  • practical
  • dependable
  • traditional
  • sensitive
  • detailed
  • considerate
  • meticulou
  • specific
  • follows rules
  • low-key
  • responsible
  • devoted
  • service minded
  • concrete
  • conscientious
  • throughtful of others
  • realistic
  • kind
  • patient
  • honor commitments

ISFJ Stressors

ISFJ stressors word bubble with outline of upside down human head

  • not being appreappreciatedthe daily help I give
  • noise
  • procrastination
  • other's inadequacy affecting my work
  • last-minute changes
  • indecision
  • workplace conflict
  • insufficient time to prepare
  • dismissing how I feel
  • others repeating mistakes
  • disregarding my established rules and regulations