The Myers-Briggs Personality Types Indicator (MBTI) are very popular in psychological matrimonial studies. There are sixteen personality types and individuals can change personality depending on how they answer questions over time.
Whilst the Big Five Personality Test is the most scientifically robust personality test, the MBTI provides a great option to seek like-minded potential partners or interesting and indeed demanding matches.
As they say, “opposites attract” or do they? So, in this extended article, let us find out which personalities match up best.
The Inspector
Strengths & Weaknesses
Inspectors are intelligent people who will use their logic and wisdom to find solutions and solve problems. Inspectors are very loyal and dedicated to their work, family, or anything they dedicate themselves to. The Inspector can be somewhat rigid and stubborn due to their tendency to lean on logic and facts. They will not be the most talkative person in the room and tend to be reserved, but when they do want to say something, they can tend to say it bluntly.
Partners
Due to their loyal and devoted nature, the Inspector will be a lifelong, committed partner. Their tendency to process things internally makes verbal communication a challenge at times, but their ultimate goal is to be there for their partner unconditionally and they take relationships very seriously.
Parents
The Inspector will provide structure and rules in the household and will make sure that the needs of their children are met thoroughly. If the Inspector has any doubts about parenting decisions, they will do their research, whether it is to find out the best diet for their children, the best schools, disciplining methods, or any other information that is for the wellbeing of the child. They tend to believe in tradition, so the Inspector will raise children with a rather strict value system.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Inspector is most compatible with the Crafter, the Protector, and the Supervisor.
This means that these personality types will tend to share common values and beliefs with the Inspector and will be able to get along easily.
Fascinating Differences
The Inspector usually finds the Mastermind, the Dynamo, the Provider, and the Commander the most interesting. These personality types will tend to have a lot in common with the Inspector, but will also have some differences that provide balance to the relationship.
Potential Matches
The Composer, the Architect, the Counsellor, and the Performer are the personality types that the Inspector might not connect with immediately, but after getting to know one another, these personalities can learn from each other and will find that they have a lot in common.
Demanding Opposites
The personality types that conflict the most with the Inspector include the Healer,
the Visionary, the Champion, and the Teacher. However, the differences between the
Inspector and these personality types also provide an area of potential learning for all.
Popular career paths
- Accountant
- Computer Programmer
- Dentist
- Doctor
- Librarian
- Lawyer
- Police Officer or Detective
- Military Leader
The Healer (INFP)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Healer is an excellent communicator who will look at all angles of an issue. They are excellent problem-solvers, great listeners, and will tend to adapt themselves to others, making them very likeable people. Despite being a people-person, the Healer can tend to be reserved around strangers and emotionally sensitive. They will tend to get their feelings hurt easily, but will usually avoid verbalizing this since they do not like to disappoint others or cause conflict.
Partners
The Healer is kind, loyal, and caring and is attracted to a partner that shares their values and with whom they have a strong emotional connection. The Healer is supportive of their partner, good at compromise, and prefers to settle differences rather than engage in confrontation.
Parents
As a parent, the Healer will not be the disciplinarian and instead allows children to make decisions and express themselves; however, if children violate any important values, the Healer will quickly enforce rules.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Architect, the Counsellor, and the Champion share a lot of similarities with the Healer as far as interests and the way they approach life.
Fascinating Differences
The Healer enjoys getting to know the Composer, the Mastermind, the Visionary, and the Teacher, as these personalities are the most interesting to the Healer. These personality types have both things in common with the Healer, as well as some differences that make the relationship interesting.
Potential Matches
The Healer may initially not see eye to eye with the Crafter, the Protector, the Performer, and the Commander, but with time, the Healer could find common ground with these personalities and they could mutually learn from one another.
Demanding Opposites
The Inspector, the Dynamo, the Supervisor, and the Provider are most different from the Healer due to having very different values and ways of seeing the world. However, in a relationship, these personalities can learn a lot from one another since they bring different qualities to the table.
Popular career paths
- Artist
- Counsellor
- Graphic Designer
- Librarian
- Psychologist
- Physical Therapist
- Social Worker
- Writer
The Counsellor (INFJ)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Counsellor tends to be quiet and reserved and will share thoughts and feelings only when they feel comfortable with others and once they have had a chance to think and analyse. For the Counsellor, having an emotional connection with a person is of utmost importance and they are guided by their personal values in life. The Counsellor is good at uniting people and helping others get along.
Partners
The Counsellor is supportive of their partner and motivates their partner to reach their goals. They enjoy a peaceful relationship, as they avoid conflict whenever possible. The Counsellor is guided by their values when making decisions and they will not go against these values. They enjoy a strong emotional connection with their partner and will be open with sharing their feelings in the relationship.
Parents
As parents, the Counsellor prioritizes the feelings of their children and creates strong, positive relationships with them. They tend to be the disciplinarian and want to raise their children to have good values while supporting their children’s happiness and potential.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Counsellor gets along best with the Protector, the Healer, and the Teacher. These personality types have very similar values and beliefs as the Counsellor; therefore, a connection between them typically seems effortless.
Fascinating Differences
The Counsellor has many personality similarities with the Composer, the Architect, the Mastermind, and the Champion; however, it might not seem this way when they initially meet. The Counsellor enjoys learning more about these personality types since the differences between them are interesting and provide a sense of challenge.
Potential Matches
The Inspector, the Provider, and Visionary, and the Commander will not immediately connect with the Counsellor, but once they get to know each other, they often find that they have many similarities and areas of compatibility. These personality types often complement the Counsellor in a positive way.
Demanding Opposites
The Counsellor may struggle with getting along with the Crafter, the Dynamo, the Supervisor, and the Performer. These personalities have entirely different ways of thinking about the world around them compared to the Counsellor, but if they do enter into a relationship, there is much room for learning and growth for both sides.
Popular career paths
- Artist
- Actor
- Entrepreneur
- Religious worker
- Musician
- Librarian
- Counsellor
- Psychologist
- Writer
- Teacher
- Photographer
The Teacher (ENFJ)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Teacher is caring, understanding, and enjoys communicating with others. The greatest qualities of the teacher are the ability to listen and provide support. The creativity of the Teacher and the ease they show when connecting with others makes them excellent mentors. They avoid conflict and will sometimes put their own needs last to maintain harmony. The Teacher also tends to be sensitive to criticism and may hold a grudge.
Partners
The Teacher makes a supportive partner that is eager to understand and provide help and encouragement. They avoid arguments at all costs, as their tendency to become emotional leads them to prefer to explore any problems in a collaborative way with their partner.
Parents
The Teacher enjoys spending time guiding their children on how to have positive values and make good decisions. They believe their children have great potential and will motivate them to achieve.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Teacher often finds the Counsellor, the Provider, and the Champion as having the most in common with them. The Teacher typically gets along easily with these personality types.
Fascinating Differences
It might not seem like it at first, but the Mastermind, the Healer, the Visionary, and the Commander has similar personalities as the Teacher. The Teacher enjoys getting to know these personality types, as there are both similarities and differences between them that makes the relationship interesting.
Potential Matches
The Teacher might not be initially attracted to the Protector, the Architect, the Supervisor, and the Performer, but if they do have the opportunity to get to know each other, they will find that they have some things in common and can learn a lot from one another.
Demanding Opposites
The Teacher might have difficulty seeing eye to eye with the Crafter, the Inspector, the Composer, and the Dynamo. These personality types tend to have different ways of viewing the world, making it difficult for the Teacher to understand their perspectives. With an open mind, however, the Teacher can learn a lot from these personalities.
Popular career paths
- Counsellor
- Teacher
- Psychologist
- Social worker
- Human resources manager
- Sales representative
- Manager
The Champion (ENFP)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Champion is a team player and values communication and getting to know others. The Champion is able to show empathy towards others and maintains a very positive outlook on life. They can tend to hide their feelings and in times of conflict, they are more likely to turn away from others, as they do not like arguments and prefer to focus on solutions.
Partners
The Champion values an emotional connection in a relationship and will not hesitate to express emotions with a partner. They typically only verbalize disagreement if their core values are at risk of being violated. Whenever their partner is in need, the Champion will be there unconditionally.
Parents
The Champion supports the independence of their children and values a close bond with them. They tend to avoid strict discipline since they feel it could negatively affect their relationship with their children.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Champion finds that the Healer, the Visionary, and the Teacher are easy to get along with. They can connect with one another easily and find common ground.
Fascinating Differences
The Champion has some similarities with the Architect, the Counsellor, the Performer, and the Commander, but this connection might not see obvious at first. The Champion is attracted to these personality types and enjoys the challenge of getting to know them.
Potential Matches
The Champion might have some difficulty connecting with the Composer, the Mastermind, the Dynamo, and the Provider, but if they give the relationship a chance, they will find that they have some things in common and their differences can be complementing.
Demanding Opposites
The Champion tends to struggle getting along with the Crafter, the Inspector, the Protector, and the Supervisor due to their differences in values and beliefs. However, their differences serve as opportunities for much learning and growth.
Popular career paths
- Psychologist
- Journalist
- Actor
- TV Anchor/Reporter
- Nutritionist
- Nurse
- Social Worker
- Politician
- Counsellor
The Mastermind (INTJ)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Mastermind enjoys finding solutions and improving things with their ideas. They tend to select only certain personality types to interact with, as they need intellectual stimulation in their relationships. The Mastermind tends to analyse the world around them and is usually internally focused on the way they view things.
Partners
The Mastermind is dedicated to their relationship, but choosing a partner involves picking someone who has qualities that the Mastermind has thought through and decided will make a good match for them. They will support their partner’s personal goals, such as education and career. The Mastermind does not have a particular need for affection and will tend to show their love through hard work and finding solutions
Parents
The Mastermind is a parent that will set boundaries for their children, but will also motivate them and encourage them to follow their own goals and interests.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Mastermind is able to easily get along with the Inspector, the Architect, and the Commander due to their similar interests and personalities.
Fascinating Differences
The Mastermind has underlying similarities with the Healer, the Counsellor, the Visionary, and the Teacher. There are areas of difference among them, but there are also many characteristics and interests they share in common.
Potential Matches
Once the Mastermind gets to know the Crafter, the Dynamo, the Supervisor, and the Champion, they are surprised to find that they can learn from one another and also have some common ground to share. They may not initially connect, but once they do, they can benefit from the relationship.
Demanding Opposites
The Mastermind will find the most opposition with the Composer, the Protector, the Performer, and the Provider due to their different belief systems and ways of processing their environment. However, if they do have a relationship with one another, they can benefit from the different qualities that they bring to the table.
Popular career paths
- Scientist
- Mathematician
- Engineer
- Dentist
- Doctor
- Teacher
- Judge
- Lawyer
The Commander (ENTJ)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Commander is a leader and enjoys finding solutions and initiating positive change. They are assertive and often have the role of managing people. The Commander sets high goals for themselves, expects a lot from those around them, and likes structure and organization. They are not in-tune with the emotions of others and will tend to use logic to navigate their environment. The Commander is smart and very competent in everything they set their mind to do.
Partners
As partners, the Commander tends to be dominating and likes structure and organization not only for themselves, but needs this in a partner as well. The Commander tends to choose a partner who wishes to create a successful life alongside the Commander, but will give the Commander room to be independent to pursue career and personal goals. When resolving conflict, the Commander may tend to neglect the emotions of their partner and use logic to arrive at a solution.
Parents
The Commander sets specific rules and boundaries for their children and are the disciplinarian in the household. The children will know that consequences follow any misbehaviour; therefore, children of the Commander tend to be obedient. The Commander teaches their children the values of hard work and success.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Commander is most compatible with the Mastermind, the Supervisor, and the Visionary. They have corresponding views of the world and similar ways of interacting.
Fascinating Differences
The Inspector, the Architect, the Champion, and the Teacher have both similarities and differences with the Commander, but the Commander tends to enjoy getting to know these personality types.
Potential Matches
The Commander can learn from the Crafter, the Counsellor, the Dynamo, and the Provider even though at first, the Commander may not see compatibility with these personality types. There is, however, much opportunity for these personalities to learn from one another.
Demanding Opposites
The Commander has most difficulty getting along with the Composer, the Protector, the Healer, and the Performer due to differences in values, beliefs, and ways of approaching the world. But because they are so different, their strengths are the ENTJ’s areas of development, and if they are able to develop a relationship, they can learn a tremendous amount from each other.
Popular career paths
- Human resources manager
- Company CEO or manager
- Lawyer
- Scientist
- Software developer
- Business analyst
- Entrepreneur
- University professor
- Military leader
The Inventor/Visionary (ENTP)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Visionary is curious and smart and enjoys intellectual stimulation and problem solving. They are accepting of others, but overall prefer to surround themselves with people who can keep up with them since they tend to be impatient. The Visionary likes change and are able to understand and communicate with others effectively.
Partners
The Visionary brings a dynamic and fun environment to relationships and can develop solutions to any problems with a partner. They support their partner’s goals, but are competitive and can be argumentative, meaning that their partner cannot take their approach personally or become too emotional.
Parents
The Visionary provides many exciting experiences for their children to support their intellectual growth, but are not as active when it comes to the everyday tasks of raising children.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Visionary is most compatible with the Architect, the Commander, and the Champion. The values and beliefs of these personality types align most closely with those of the Visionary.
Fascinating Differences
The Mastermind, the Healer, the Dynamo, and the Teacher present a balance of both similarities and differences with the Visionary. The Visionary tends to find these personality types interesting and has a desire to get to know them.
Potential Matches
Although the Crafter, the Counsellor, the Supervisor, and the Performer do not seem to be obviously compatible with the Visionary, once these personality types get to know each other, they find that their qualities are complementing and they can learn a lot from a relationship together.
Demanding Opposites
The Visionary struggles most with getting along with the Inspector, the Composer, the Protector, and the Provider mostly due to differences in the way they approach life circumstances. They can learn a lot from one another in a relationship if they manage to derive positive meaning from their differences.
Popular career paths
- Engineer
- Lawyer
- Scientist
- Psychologist
- Inventor
- Psychiatrist
- Journalist
The Architect (INTP)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Architect is analytical and enjoys engaging in philosophical conversations on topics that they are interested in. They can often seem very ‘into themselves’ and generally do not express emotion, as they process the world around them by applying logic and reasoning. The Architect is a great problem-solver and definitely a non-conformist.
Partners
The Architect typically chooses a partner who is smart and able to engage in talking about intellectually deep topics. They are independent and typically do not follow the traditional “rules” of relationships. Instead, they live their life and carry on relationships in a way that suits them and their partner. The Architect needs a partner who will give them the space they need to enjoy their own interests. They do not think in the emotional sense so any conflict in the relationship will be addressed by coming up with logical solutions.
Parents
As a parent, The Architect will typically not be able to understand their children’s expression of emotions, but they can be their for their child in helping them find solutions to problems and will show much interest in helping in this area. The everyday tasks of parenting often must be handled by the other partner, as the Architect typically does not show interest in those types of activities.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Architect is most compatible with the Mastermind, the Healer, and the Visionary. These personality types provide the intellectual stimulation that the Architect looks for in a relationship.
Fascinating Differences
The Crafter, the Counsellor, the Commander, and the Champion bring both similarities and differences to a relationship with the Architect, making an interesting and dynamic relationship.
Potential Matches
When the Architect initially meets the Inspector, the Composer, the Dynamo, and the Teacher, there might not be an instant connection, but with time they can find that they have a lot to learn from one another. The Architect enjoys the opportunity to learn and these personality types make a good complement to the Architect’s traits.
Demanding Opposites
The Architect will likely find that they will struggle seeing eye-to-eye with the Protector, the Supervisor, the Performer, and the Provider. These personality types tend to have different values and beliefs, making them difficult for the Architect to relate to and understand. In circumstances where these personality types do become involved in a relationship with the Architect, they can learn a lot from their differences.
Popular career paths
- Chemist
- Physicist
- Computer programmer
- Forensic scientist
- Engineer
- Mathematician
- Pharmacist
- Software developer
- Geologist
The Provider (ESFJ)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Provider is very in-tune with the needs and desires of those around them and is considered reliable and responsible. They are highly focused on what others think of them, which motivates them to give their full effort in everything they do. The Provider can become upset if they sense that their efforts to please those they care about go unnoticed or unacknowledged. They also do not like criticism and avoid arguments with others, as they operate on providing care and support to others.
Partners
The Provider is dedicated, caring, and supportive in a relationship. They tend to have traditional views about their role as a husband or wife and will tend to follow rules of right and wrong. The Provider prefers a partner who agrees with their values and beliefs. They enjoy relationships where there is peace and mutual nurturing and they handle conflict with communication and a focus on emotions.
Parents
The Provider is a parent who sets specific rules and boundaries for their children. They highly value teaching children right from wrong and will celebrate their child’s success. The Provider can tend to be critical if children do not follow the values and behaviours that are expected of them
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Provider has similar values and beliefs as the Protector, the Supervisor, and the Performer and will find much in common with these personality types.
Fascinating Differences
The Inspector, the Composer, the Dynamo, and the Teacher share similar characteristics as the Provider, but also bring differences that will make a relationship interesting and challenging.
Potential Matches
The Crafter, the Counsellor, the Commander, and the Champion may not immediately connect with the Provider, but once they get to know each other, they will find that they have things in common that are positive in a relationship.
Demanding Opposites
The Provider will have the most conflicting beliefs and values with the Architect, the Mastermind, the Healer, and the Visionary. If they are able to develop a relationship, they can learn a tremendous amount from each other.
Popular career paths
- Childcare
- Nursing
- Teaching
- Social work
- Counselling
- Physician
- Receptionist
- Bookkeeper
- Office manager
The Performer (ESFP)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Performer is energetic, fun to be around, and enjoys things like food, clothing, the outdoors, and socializing with people. They enjoy talking with others and often take centre stage in social interactions. The Performer will almost always avoid negativity or conflict causing them difficulty with being serious at times. Since they seek positive experiences, they could tend to leave responsibilities behind.
Partners
As a partner, the Performer is kind, generous, and will show affection, as they want to please their partner. Although they have difficulty with serious conversations and tend to avoid conflict, they do consider their partners needs important and will find a positive way to show they care.
Parents
The Performer shows affection to their children and likes to do fun activities with them. They tend to avoid establishing discipline; therefore, the other partner will typically take on this role to provide structure and rules.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Performer typically finds that they are drawn to the Composer, the Dynamo, and the Provider. These personality types share a similar approach to life as the Performer.
Fascinating Differences
The Crafter, the Protector, the Champion, and the Teacher have very similar characteristics as the Performer with some differences that will allow the relationship to have a good balance of qualities.
Potential Matches
The Performer will be surprised to find that when getting to know the Inspector, the Healer, the Supervisor, or the Visionary, they have many things in common and can learn a lot from one another.
Demanding Opposites
The personality types that present the most differences compared to the Performer include the Architect, the Mastermind, the Counsellor, and the Commander. These personalities have views and beliefs that contrast with the Performer, but if they do become involved in a relationship, their differing strengths and weaknesses can present an area of growth for all.
Popular career paths
- Artist
- Actor
- Counsellor
- Social worker
- Athletic coach
- Child care provider
- Musician
- Psychologist
- Human resources specialist
- Fashion designer
The Protector (ISFJ)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Protector is a caring and giving person that enjoys being supportive of others and ensuring loved ones are protected. They tend to like tradition, but this makes them reliable and dependable in the eyes of others. The Protector will provide unconditional support and nurturing and expects the same in return from close loved ones.
Partners
The Protector is a partner that is dedicated to their role as husband or wife and will follow the traditional duties of a spouse. They will put their partner’s wellbeing often before their own, but they also need a partner who is equally devoted and thoughtful. The Protector tends to be quiet and would prefer to leave a situation rather than engage in conflict.
Parents
The Protector provides both discipline and love to their children and can tend to be overprotective at times. They will always fulfil the needs of their children and make sure to instil values of right and wrong so that their children respect tradition and social responsibility.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Inspector, the Counsellor, and the Provider are most compatible with the Protector, as these personality types share similar values and beliefs about important things in life.
Fascinating Differences
The Protector will find both similarities and differences with the Composer, the Supervisor, and Performer, and the Teacher. The Protector will tend to find these personality types interesting and enjoy getting to know them.
Potential Matches
The Crafter, the Healer, the Dynamo, and the Champion may initially seem quite different from the Protector, but once they get to know each other they find that they have many things in common and can learn a lot from each other in a relationship.
Demanding Opposites
The Protector will typically have difficulty getting along with the Architect, theMastermind, the Visionary, and the Commander. These personality types can sometimes have a relationship with the Protector if they can manage their differences, but they overall do not share similar values or beliefs.
Popular career paths
- Accountant
- Administrator
- Banker
- Bookkeeper
- Child care provider
- Counsellor
- Nurse
- Office Manager
- Paralegal
- Social worker
- Teacher
The Composer (ISFP)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Composer is reserved, gentle, and flexible and often has a natural talent for artistic activities. They are easy going people who are accepting of others. The Composer will be somewhat guarded with people they do not know; however, with loved ones they are open and kind. They also tend to be sensitive to criticism and will feel others are taking advantage of them if they are not shown the same sensitivity and consideration that they give.
Partners
The Composer is loyal, senses the needs of their partner, and shows affection easily. They ensure their partner is taken care of and they avoid conflict since they prefer an environment of peace and tranquillity. The Composer prefers a partner who is also able to show affection and appreciates their caring and kind traits.
Parents
The Composer tends to every need of their children and provides an environment of warmth and caring. The Composer’s connection with their children is very significant in their lives and they will do anything to provide their children with what they need.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Crafter, the Protector, and the Performer are most compatible with the Composer. These personality types understand each other’s manner of interacting with the world andhave similar belief systems.
Fascinating Differences
The Composer shares some similarities with the Healer, the Dynamo, the Provider, and the Champion, but these personality types also bring differences to the relationship, creating a healthy balance for all.
Potential Matches
Although the Composer may not connect with the Inspector, the Architect, the Counsellor, and the Teacher at first, with time they find that they can learn a lot from each other’s differences and can complement one another.
Demanding Opposites
The Mastermind, the Supervisor, the Visionary, and the Commander can conflict with the Composer due to their very different values, beliefs, and ways of engaging in their environment. If they do enter into a relationship, there is a lot of growth and learning that can occur for all.
Popular career paths
- Artist
- Composer or musician
- Chef
- Designer
- Forest ranger
- Nurse
- Naturalist
- Pediatrician
- Psychologist
- Social worker
- Teacher
- Veterinarian
The Supervisor (ESTJ)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Supervisor is a hard worker and will take the lead role in directing people and activities. They like to follow rules and are highly organized; qualities that help them get the job done. The Supervisor can tend to be a bit bossy and can be impatient if others do not cooperate with their need for structure and organisation, but they are also very responsible and productive.
Partners
The Supervisor is a partner who can be relied on, will provide a sense of security and stability, and will enforce family traditions. They are strong willed and this can interfere with considering the feelings of their partner; therefore, the Supervisor needs a partner who will appreciate their positive traits of being hard working and responsible.
Parents
The Supervisor is a parent who will set specific rules for children and will establish themselves as the authority figure in the home. Since they value tradition, the Supervisor will ensure that holidays and other cultural practices are valued in the home and with their children.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Supervisor is most compatible with the Inspector, the Dynamo, and the Commander. These personality types will understand the Supervisor’s beliefs and values.
Fascinating Differences
The Supervisor has many similarities, as well as some differences, with the Crafter, the Mastermind, the Performer, and the Provider. These personality types will find areas of positive challenge and room for learning.
Potential Matches
Although the Supervisor might not immediately see eye-to-eye with the Protector, the Counsellor, the Visionary, or the Teacher, with time they can find many things in common and can learn a lot from a relationship with one another.
Demanding Opposites
The Supervisor will find the most areas of conflict with the Composer, the Architect, the Healer, and the Champion as these personality types interact with their environment and have belief systems that are different from the Supervisor. If any of these personality types do enter into a relationship with the Supervisor, they would likely learn a great deal from one another.
Popular career paths
- Police officer
- Member of the military
- Judge
- Politician
- Teacher
- School administrator
- Business manager
- Accountant
- Banker
The Promoter/Dynamo (ESTP)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Dynamo is energetic and playful, have a good sense of humour, and is always looking for a fun and exciting challenge. They are able to find quick solutions to problems, relying mostly on logic instead of emotion. They are social people, but are not sensitive, as they can tend to be impatient and blunt since they rather move on to positive and action-filled discussions and activities.
Partners
The Dynamo maintains an exciting relationship full of adventure. They ensure the needs of their partner are met, but they do not focus as much on emotional needs and they avoid serious discussions and emotional conflict. Instead, the Dynamo will find solutions to problems and likes to move on quickly from any conflict.
Parents
The Dynamo is a parent who will engage in many fun activities with their children and this is how they develop a connection with their children. The Dynamo especially encourages children to take part in challenging physical activities. They do not tend to emotional needs and encourage their children to be as thick-skinned as they are.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Dynamo has many similarities with the Crafter, the Supervisor, and the Visionary and will tend to get along best with these personality types.
Fascinating Differences
The Dynamo has both things in common and areas of difference with the Inspector, the Performer, the Commander, and the Champion. The Dynamo enjoys getting to know these personality types due to the balance of strengths and weaknesses they bring to a relationship.
Potential Matches
The Composer, the Mastermind, the Provider, and the Teacher may initially not connect with the Dynamo, but once they get to know each other, the Dynamo is pleasantly surprised to find that they have important things in common with one another.
Demanding Opposites
The Dynamo is most different from the Protector, the Architect, the Healer, and the Counsellor. These personality types present differences that have fundamentally different values and motivations from the ESTP’s. Initially, it may seem impossible to relate, however, it is indeed possible to build fruitful relationships with these other personalities.
Popular career paths
- Computer support technician
- Detectives
- Entrepreneur
- Marketer
- Paramedic
- Police officer
- Sales agent
The Crafter (ISTP)
Strengths & Weaknesses
The Crafter is a reserved person that is good at problem solving and uses logic to arrive at solutions. They will tend to act instead of talking about an issue or topic, but they are also flexible and can adapt to different situations and people.
Partners
As partners, the Crafter will bring a very calm nature to the relationship. They are independent, but they make sure to be there for their partner for things like handy work around the house or solving problems. They tend to look at things from a logical standpoint rather than applying emotion and will often tend to keep their feelings to themselves.
Parents
As parents, the Crafter will teach their children the physical skills that they know and this will be their point of connection with their children. They enjoy doing activities with their children since they tend to not verbalize their feelings or show affectionate.
Compatibility with:
Kindred Matches
The Crafter will find most compatibility with the Inspector, the Composer, and the Dynamo, as these personality types will understand each other and their manner of interacting with their environment.
Fascinating Differences
The Crafter can have an equal balance of similarities and differences with the Protector, the Architect, the Supervisor, and the Performer and enjoys getting to know these personality types.
Potential Matches
The Mastermind, the Provider, the Visionary, and the Commander do not have an instant connection with the Crafter, but once they get to know each other, they find that their traits can complement each other and the relationship can provide many opportunities for learning.
Demanding Opposites
The Crafter often finds the least compatibility with the Healer, the Counsellor, the Champion, and the Teacher since their preferences and ways of interacting are quite different. Ultimately, this also presents the best opportunities for growth.
Popular career paths
- Forensic science
- Engineering
- Mechanics
- Computer programming
- Carpentry
- Law enforcement
- Software engineer
- Photographer
- Physical therapist
- Scientist
- Pilot
- Firefighter