Turns out I'm an ENTJ. To sum it up, I'm a charismatic, rational and quick minded leader that's not very sensitive.
ENTJ personalities are very charismatic, rational and quick-minded. They are meant to lead and inspire other people and there is no other type that can do this with such an ease. There are no insurmountable obstacles for ENTJs – nothing is impossible if you try hard enough. Naturally, they rarely have difficulties convincing other people that the goal chosen by the ENTJ should also become one of their personal goals.
These leadership traits form the core of the ENTJ personality type. ENTJs can be unbelievably confident and charismatic – these qualities draw most other types like a magnet and this makes it quite easy for an ENTJ to achieve what they want to achieve. People belonging to this type love challenges, big and small, and firmly believe that they can accomplish everything given enough time and resources. More often than not, this confidence results in a self-fulfilling prophecy – where other types give up and move on to the next project, the ENTJ ploughs ahead and usually achieves spectacular results simply because of that sheer willpower.
That being said, no one can accuse ENTJs of narrow-mindedness or short-term thinking – ENTJ personalities are excellent strategists and have no difficulties crafting elaborate long-term plans, which are then executed with determination and precision. These personality traits make ENTJs brilliant entrepreneurs and business strategists – their charisma and confidence can truly shine in the business world. People belonging to this type also tend to be very dominant and persuasive when it comes to arguing with others or negotiating a deal – while this can certainly turn against the ENTJ, usually it is their opponent who gives up in the face of ENTJ’s willpower and unyielding belief in his or her arguments.
Further to the above, ENTJs are very energetic and tend to have excellent communication skills. They genuinely enjoy interacting with other people and respect those who stand up to them, especially in an intellectual debate. ENTJs have no trouble recognizing someone else’s talents and such encounters are actually very healthy for them as the ENTJ’s self-confidence can easily turn into arrogance and condescension if it is not kept in check.
ENTJ personalities cannot tolerate inefficiency and cannot stand those who they perceive as lazy or incompetent. An ENTJ can be chillingly cold and ruthless when it comes to such situations – they have a very rational mind and could not care less about being sensitive when that mind tells them that someone has failed. People with this personality type put rationality above everything else – and this is one of the main reasons why they are so efficient in the business world, even if such a behavior gives them a reputation of cold-hearted tycoons. In all likelihood, an ENTJ would simply shrug their shoulders and say “I don’t care if you call me an insensitive b*****d, as long as I remain an efficient b*****d”.
Ironically, ENTJs must have the support of other people in order to be truly efficient. They are great leaders, but even the most brilliant mind cannot do everything by itself. This is especially true for ENTJs, whose confidence partially depends on the feedback they receive from their “audience”. Consequently, ENTJs should try to pay more attention to other people’s feelings or at least pretend that they do – most mature and successful ENTJs do that to some extent, even though their sensitivity may hide a cold and calculating mind.
All these personality traits relate to ENTJ’s behavior in the professional environment. People with this personality type often believe that any expression of emotions is a display of weakness, but that does not mean that they cannot be loving and sensitive in a different environment. Feelings and emotions are definitely the Achilles’ heel of most ENTJs and they are likely to find it very difficult to reveal the emotional side of their mind. Even the most confident ENTJ is likely to feel quite powerless in such situations. People belonging to this type should make conscious efforts to develop that aspect of their personality – this does not have to affect their behavior in the workplace, but any ENTJ would benefit tremendously from combining a good grip on their emotions with that rare gift of extraordinary charisma and confidence.
To summarize, ENTJ personalities are very efficient and confident individuals who rarely have difficulties achieving what they have set out to achieve. However, ENTJs are likely to have difficulties when it comes to recognizing and expressing emotions – while such a trait can actually be beneficial in the business world, it may cause many problems in personal relationships if the ENTJ does not make conscious efforts to address this weakness.
ENTJ relationships and dating
ENTJ personalities are energetic and enthusiastic dating partners who take
their romantic commitments very seriously. As in other areas, ENTJs strive to
seize the leadership position in the romantic relationship – however, this is
likely to be a good thing as the ENTJ will be eager to assume responsibility for
making sure that everything goes smoothly. ENTJs are creative and innovative
dating partners – this is reflected in their long-term relationships as well. As
an ENTJ is likely to be on a permanent “scan” approach when it comes to their
environment, they may often try to review and, if possible, change the rules of
their relationship – but their commitment will always remain very strong.
However, the ENTJ will not hesitate if it becomes clear that the dating or
long-term relationship is heading towards a dead-end – they will break it and
leave, without looking back.
ENTJs are usually quite bad at sensing their partners’ feelings and emotions. This personality type should try to pay more attention to improving these skills, as the combination of insensitivity and tendency to dominate can easily break the relationship, especially during the early dating phase.
From the sexual perspective, ENTJs are energetic, enthusiastic and very imaginative. Their leadership traits and skills will be seen very clearly – it is likely that the ENTJ will push their dating or long-term partner to explore new ways to show their love and affection. However, the ENTJ is also likely to seek some structure and predictability in their sexual life.
Even though ENTJs love to hear that they are loved and appreciated, this need is very low compared to other personality types. They are unlikely to have any issues with neediness or self-esteem – this makes ENTJs very attractive to potential dating partners. However, many other types (especially those with a strong F trait) need a lot of praise and support – ENTJs need to have this in mind. If the ENTJ does not consciously try to meet their partner’s emotional needs in such a relationship, they both may end up inadvertently hurting each other.
ENTJs usually reach impressive heights in their careers and have great money management skills. This is a very useful trait, likely to eliminate most of the financial arguments. However, such characteristics may also put a lot of pressure on the dating partner and the relationship in general, if the ENTJ starts focusing too much on their career and putting their relationship second.
ENTJs see all conflict situations as opportunities for personal growth. This may be perfectly reasonable from their perspective, but F personality types are likely to have a different opinion. These types are very vulnerable to criticism and are likely to avoid conflict situations at all costs. Consequently, the ENTJ tendency to meet the conflict situation head-on can be very threatening to them, especially if they are still dating each other. ENTJs should keep this in mind if their partner belongs to one of F types.
Generally speaking, ENTJs bring a lot of great things into their romantic relationships and are likely to be excellent partners. They are very devoted, enthusiastic and determined to put a lot of effort into making sure that everything goes smoothly. ENTJs are eager to assume responsibility and bear the full weight of the leadership, even during the dating phase. It is more than likely that the ENTJ relationship will see a lot of mutual respect and opportunities for growth – as long as the ENTJ and their partner pay attention to their respective weaknesses.
ENTJ parents
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ENTJs are usually quite bad at sensing their partners’ feelings and emotions. This personality type should try to pay more attention to improving these skills, as the combination of insensitivity and tendency to dominate can easily break the relationship, especially during the early dating phase.
From the sexual perspective, ENTJs are energetic, enthusiastic and very imaginative. Their leadership traits and skills will be seen very clearly – it is likely that the ENTJ will push their dating or long-term partner to explore new ways to show their love and affection. However, the ENTJ is also likely to seek some structure and predictability in their sexual life.
Even though ENTJs love to hear that they are loved and appreciated, this need is very low compared to other personality types. They are unlikely to have any issues with neediness or self-esteem – this makes ENTJs very attractive to potential dating partners. However, many other types (especially those with a strong F trait) need a lot of praise and support – ENTJs need to have this in mind. If the ENTJ does not consciously try to meet their partner’s emotional needs in such a relationship, they both may end up inadvertently hurting each other.
ENTJs usually reach impressive heights in their careers and have great money management skills. This is a very useful trait, likely to eliminate most of the financial arguments. However, such characteristics may also put a lot of pressure on the dating partner and the relationship in general, if the ENTJ starts focusing too much on their career and putting their relationship second.
ENTJs see all conflict situations as opportunities for personal growth. This may be perfectly reasonable from their perspective, but F personality types are likely to have a different opinion. These types are very vulnerable to criticism and are likely to avoid conflict situations at all costs. Consequently, the ENTJ tendency to meet the conflict situation head-on can be very threatening to them, especially if they are still dating each other. ENTJs should keep this in mind if their partner belongs to one of F types.
Generally speaking, ENTJs bring a lot of great things into their romantic relationships and are likely to be excellent partners. They are very devoted, enthusiastic and determined to put a lot of effort into making sure that everything goes smoothly. ENTJs are eager to assume responsibility and bear the full weight of the leadership, even during the dating phase. It is more than likely that the ENTJ relationship will see a lot of mutual respect and opportunities for growth – as long as the ENTJ and their partner pay attention to their respective weaknesses.
ENTJ parents
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ENTJs are likely to be strong-willed, strict and responsible parents. People
with this personality type do not like to compromise – they love challenges and
set high standards for themselves. Naturally, these traits are clearly
recognizable in the ENTJ parenting style as well. ENTJ parents will do
everything they can to ensure that their children are smart and independent
high-achievers.
ENTJ personalities are unlikely to worry much about instilling their principles and values – they place more importance on rationality and independent thinking. However, ENTJ parents will not tolerate children disrespecting their authority. An ENTJ will often encourage their children to voice their own opinions and not be afraid to defend them, but they make sure that every child knows their obligations.
People with the ENTJ personality type are likely to have two major difficulties when it comes to parenting. First, ENTJs are not very emotional or sensitive and consequently they do not really see a point in paying much attention to these matters. This may make it quite difficult for them to connect with their children on the emotional level. Second, ENTJs are likely to find it quite challenging to communicate with their children during their adolescence as they may then try to reject the ENTJ’s authority. ENTJs should try to adopt a less structured approach as the child grows and matures.
Being friends with an ENTJ
ENTJ personalities are unlikely to worry much about instilling their principles and values – they place more importance on rationality and independent thinking. However, ENTJ parents will not tolerate children disrespecting their authority. An ENTJ will often encourage their children to voice their own opinions and not be afraid to defend them, but they make sure that every child knows their obligations.
People with the ENTJ personality type are likely to have two major difficulties when it comes to parenting. First, ENTJs are not very emotional or sensitive and consequently they do not really see a point in paying much attention to these matters. This may make it quite difficult for them to connect with their children on the emotional level. Second, ENTJs are likely to find it quite challenging to communicate with their children during their adolescence as they may then try to reject the ENTJ’s authority. ENTJs should try to adopt a less structured approach as the child grows and matures.
Being friends with an ENTJ
ENTJ personalities seek two main things in their friendships – inspiration
and personal growth. Unlike many other types, they do not really need much
emotional support or reassurance. However, ENTJs relish the idea of engaging in
deep, meaningful discussions with close friends. People with this personality
type are very good at noticing opportunities for learning and development – and
they always try to encourage their friends to participate as well.
Generally, ENTJs pay a lot of attention to their friendships. It is not always easy to be an ENTJ’s friend as people with this personality type tend to have a very strong willpower and are also likely to be very smart, argumentative and critical. Not everyone can withstand an argument with them – and this is exactly why ENTJs respect and value friends who are able to hold their ground. That being said, ENTJ personalities do not understand nor respect emotional arguments and appeals. They are very rational individuals and can only accept a different opinion if it is supported by logic and reason.
Naturally, ENTJ friends may find it quite difficult to support other people on an emotional level. Dealing with feelings is certainly not their strongest suit and they are likely to try to avoid emotionally charged situations. ENTJs enjoy challenging their friends and questioning their conclusions, which is usually the opposite of being sensitive – and not many personality types can cope with this. Feeling (F) types are especially vulnerable to criticism and tend to take it very personally.
As ENTJs tend to put growth and personal development above everything else when it comes to friends and friendships, it is quite doubtful that they will pursue relationships that do not offer such opportunities. ENTJ personalities are drawn towards other intuitive (N) types as such friendships give them a chance to brainstorm and theorize about things they consider important. Sensing (S) personalities, being more practical and down-to-earth, may find it difficult to understand the point of those discussions.
Generally, ENTJs pay a lot of attention to their friendships. It is not always easy to be an ENTJ’s friend as people with this personality type tend to have a very strong willpower and are also likely to be very smart, argumentative and critical. Not everyone can withstand an argument with them – and this is exactly why ENTJs respect and value friends who are able to hold their ground. That being said, ENTJ personalities do not understand nor respect emotional arguments and appeals. They are very rational individuals and can only accept a different opinion if it is supported by logic and reason.
Naturally, ENTJ friends may find it quite difficult to support other people on an emotional level. Dealing with feelings is certainly not their strongest suit and they are likely to try to avoid emotionally charged situations. ENTJs enjoy challenging their friends and questioning their conclusions, which is usually the opposite of being sensitive – and not many personality types can cope with this. Feeling (F) types are especially vulnerable to criticism and tend to take it very personally.
As ENTJs tend to put growth and personal development above everything else when it comes to friends and friendships, it is quite doubtful that they will pursue relationships that do not offer such opportunities. ENTJ personalities are drawn towards other intuitive (N) types as such friendships give them a chance to brainstorm and theorize about things they consider important. Sensing (S) personalities, being more practical and down-to-earth, may find it difficult to understand the point of those discussions.
