ENFP Personality Type

ENFPs are enthusiastic, insightful, innovative, versatile, and tireless in pursuit of new possibilities. They enjoy working on teams to bring about change related to making things better for people. Although the descriptors below generally describe ENFPs, some may not fit you exactly due to individual differences within each type.

Creative, Restless, Enthusiastic, Expressive, Friendly, Independent, Curious, Imaginative, Spontaneous, Original, Energetic, Versatile.

ENFPs are generally warm, enthusiastic, creative, spontaneous, and compassionate. They are often outgoing and are energized by spending time with others. They enjoy opportunities to meet new people and typically have a desire to create deep relationships with open communication. Their appreciation and passion for life often makes them appealing to others and generally results in the ENFP having a large group of friends. They are typically high energy people that are usually flexible, adaptable, and adventurous. They also tend to enjoy variety, spontaneity, and taking risks. They prefer a challenge and often use a creative and unconventional approach to solve problems. The ENFP also tends to have strongly held values that directly influence how they live their lives. They often make decisions by considering their internal values and determining the impact their choices will have on others.

The ENFP often feels energized when they are identifying new possibilities and ideas. They are passionate about their idea as and tend to consider possibilities that relate to people. They apply their creativity and insight to identify peoples’ capabilities and provide the energetic attitude that encourages others to meet their potential. They are perceptive to their surroundings and will often consider the big picture or future implications. It is important for them to be able talk through their ideas with others as well as spend time reflecting on what they consider to be important or valued. The ENFP’s focus on new ideas and possibilities often results in doing many different jobs or having a variety of interests. Their propensity to pursue various opportunities can result in them being easily distracted and they may need to focus on fulfilling their commitments.

ENFPs will often enthusiastically conceptualize projects based on their ability to generate and connect ideas. They are usually uninterested in facts or details that are not connected to their identified possibilities. They are often able to multitask and accomplish what others do not see as possible. Some ENFP’s may need to focus on finishing projects and delaying their desire to advance onto the next exciting idea. They may find scheduling to inhibit their freedom and often end up pushing to complete a project by the deadline. The ENFP is often interested in the lives of others and are usually able to interact and draw out the best in people. They tend to work well with a variety of people and are able to persuade, motivate, and encourage others. They desire to create and maintain a harmonious work environment and they typically want the approval of others. In their daily lives, ENFP’s should be cautious not to over commit to projects or people.

Maintain an interest in complex topics or areas that capture their imagination. Apply information to determine ways to help other people. Desire an instructor that believes in the message, communicates the big picture, and assigns creative assignments. Require an opportunity to actively discuss information. Take a variety of different classes that capture their wide range of interests. Enjoy studying with other people.

ENFPs are often creative writers that see the correlation between seemingly disconnected ideas and topics. They are typically able to write from the perspective of others and are interested in topics that have an impact on people. They tend to excel when writing on topics of particular interest and dislike having to follow a routine, incorporate a lot of facts, or adhere to a specific deadline. They tend to follow their inspired thoughts and may be inclined to start numerous writing projects or take on excessively large writing tasks. The ENFP may need to be cautious that they are able to finish all of the projects that they start.

Creatively brainstorm numerous writing ideas. Limit the amount of time they spend reflecting on a topic. Tailor their writing to connect with the audience. Need to realistically evaluate the amount of time required to complete their writing. Need to incorporate interaction with others to facilitate their writing process. Benefit from returning to the original draft to include additional facts or reorganize the information.

Eager to “think outside the box” and consider new possibilities. Courage to take risks, try new things, and overcome obstacles. A broad range of interests and ability to quickly learn the things that interest you. Natural curiosity and skill for getting the information you need. Ability to see the big picture and the implications of actions and ideas. Excellent communication skills and ability to rouse other’s enthusiasm. Adaptability; can shift gears and change directions quickly. Perceptive about people; understand others’ needs and motivations.

Difficulty setting priorities and making decisions. Impatience with uncreative people. Reluctance to do things in traditional or routine ways. Lack of discipline when attending to and following through on important details. Tendency to become bored or sidetracked, especially after creative process is done. Dislike for doing repetitive tasks. Impatience working with systems or people who are too rigid. Propensity to always focus on what’s possible rather than what’s doable or probable. Tendency to be disorganized.

Lets me work with a diverse group of people on a variety of projects, motivated by creative inspiration. Lets me create new ideas, products, services, or solutions to problems that will help other people, and enjoys seeing projects become reality. Is fun, challenging, and always varied. Rarely requires me to handle the follow through, routine details, or maintenance of a system or project. Lets me work at my own pace and schedule, with a minimum of rules or structure and the freedom to act spontaneously. Lets me meet new people, learn new skills, and continually satisfy my curiosity. Is consistent with my personal beliefs and values and lets me create opportunities that benefit others. Is done in a friendly and relaxed environment with humour, goodwill, and a minimum of interpersonal conflict. Allows me the freedom to follow my inspirations and participate in exciting and intriguing.

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