University of Rice Communications Essay

My son is very ill with cancer and I can not complete this by midnight tonight. I need help.

I want you to continue to work on your Comprehensive Appraisal.  Try to finish at least half of it, with the other half planned for the Final.  You will likely not have the multitude of experiences I have demonstrated in my own Appraisal but your history, including challenges and defeats, are part of who you are.  When we discover the core of ourselves, we can begin to add layers of complexity and plan for success.  Turn in what you have written so far

What will happen when you graduate?  Will you pursue more education, secure a better job than your current position, find a new spouse, or settle into a life of routine?

“What’s surprised you about the interview process so far?”This is a question no candidate can really prepare for, and it’ll give you some indication of how candidates are feeling about the whole thing.  Imagine me asking you this in the interview.

Do you think you write well?  Have your professors (including me) criticized your writing skills?  Have they suggested ways to improve?  Have you taken advantage of those methods?

Go to Youtube or TED and watch the video by Susan Cain on the Power of Introverts.  Tell me what you think she is saying.

While it’s important to hire for skill, it’s also important to hire someone who’s likely to be happy in the job you’re hiring for.

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See SOmComprehensive Assessment Guide for Walter Blanchard Ph.D.
Date: February 2023
Name: Walter Blanchard
Age: 77
Current Position: Lecturer at University of Houston Downtown
CEO—Corporate Development Solutions
Facilitator SOS Group
Highest Education Ph.D. Employer Self-employed
Compensation Range $ 100-150K annual including consulting work
Reports to: Dept. Chair at UHD
Direct Reports None, but as an independent
contractor I often influence others.
My Myers-Briggs score: ENFP
THE SELF:
Ego Strengths
1. Confidence
I have always had a strong sense of confidence. I believe that graduating from high school
with honors, lettering in football, and becoming an Eagle Scout in my mid-teens all
contributed much to my sense of confidence–that I could tackle any challenge within my
reach. Experience taught me to be more realistic.
I have always been interested in other people, curious about their motivations and dreams.
I am rather gregarious, and meeting strangers seldom causes me any anxiety. I enjoy
knowing more about other people and enjoy learning about them as they tell the stories of
their lives.
2. Insecurity
Despite my experiences in running companies and consulting with many organizations I still
have insecurities regarding my understanding of financial models. I also feel less than
confident about my computer skills. I use a variety of software tools but my knowledge of
them is perfunctory. I am also weak in understanding Statistics despite my continued use of
these methods to measure performance.
By the time I was 9 or 10 years old I was no longer afraid of the dark. In fact, I enjoyed
going out at night to explore the sounds and sights one only associates with nighttime. By
the time I was camping with the Boy Scouts I sometimes went for a walk in the forest at
night though I preferred the moon to be up, or at least some brilliant starlight.
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I am not insecure as a man but I may have been as a boy. I remember being shy around
girls and I dated later than other boys. It’s ironic—that shyness has completely
disappeared—many of my best friends are women, and they say I understand them better
than most of the men they know.
PERSONA:
I have always had a stage presence. Taking Speech, Drama, and Debate in High School,
as well as in college, strengthened by ability to create a persona that achieved results,
particularly in sales. My presentation skills have been honed by repeated appearances before
groups as large as 1500 people in nine countries, teaching/speaking about a wide variety of
topics including How to Deal with Difficult People, Finance & Accounting for Non-Financial
People, and Project Management. I have been the sole presenter at over 1000 workshops and
45,000 people, something I would have never predicted.
Often, other people know me by the role I have played in their life. Perhaps that is common to
others as well. Thus, some people know me as a professional speaker, others know me as a
business manager/owner, others know me as a consultant, and still others know me as a
university professor.
I am a member of the Houston Storytellers Guild, a group of professional storytellers that
meets monthly to swap tales and offer supportive critique to members. I have appeared more
than once on Houston Radio KPFT’s program called, “What’s Your Story.” I have also appeared
before several hundred people at the Moth.
I believe, based on my own experience, as well as a review of the research, that I have multiple
personas. Another way to say this is that I have multiple personalities.
Superego—Standards
3. Task Orientation
I identify myself as a Divergent person, one who can balance many priorities but also
one who sometimes struggles to focus on tasks that I find boring. I would not make a
good accountant. Rather, I have been a salesman all my life, first selling products, then
ideas. In the last twenty years of my life I have come to think that I have “rented” ideas,
that others can use like a cafeteria approach—take what makes sense, leave the rest.
4. Neatness, orderliness
I keep a messy desk. Despite my personal admonition to keep things neat and orderly I
often fail and must have an emergency “clean-up” from time to time just to locate items
that I know are there but cannot be readily seen. This “messiness” causes some
frustration as my neater friends and family are amused.
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5. Punctuality
Ironically, despite evidence of procrastination in my life it is important to me to be on
time to appointments or deadlines. I often drive to Dallas or San Antonio on business,
and if it requires that I make an early appointment I will rise at 3:00 or 4:00 a.m. to be
there on time, assuming I could not arrive the night before. Sometimes I find myself
irritated when others are not respectful of deadlines or meeting times.
6. Guilt, conscience
I fight a continuing battle with my weight, but I do not enjoy trying to follow a diet. I
periodically go to the gym and vow to change my eating habits (no ice cream, cookies,
etc.) but it is a slippery slope. In my teens and ‘20s I was in great shape and jogging,
hiking, mountain-climbing, and other activities filled my weekends. But age, weight
increase, and some persistent back troubles have caused me to slow down, not
necessarily unexpected but not welcome either.
I harbor few regrets. My life has been rich and fulfilling and I hope there are many more
adventures to come. Could I have achieved more, or found wealth in terms of money?
Most certainly, but I am rich in other ways.
7. Ethics
I consider myself an ethical man. My wife says that for the time she has known me I
have continued to have an evolved conscience, though things that I ignored in the past
now trouble me. Racism, poverty, homelessness, and other social problems have
oriented me toward activism. My empathy for children who have been hurt or abused
led me (and my wife) to serve as Child Advocates, working with the Harris County Court
System to act as guardians for 17 different children where our job was to make sure
those children received whatever services they were entitled to, including being
separated from abusive parents.
I won’t work for a client I cannot like. They don’t have to lean toward perfect but I
expect others to have integrity; otherwise, I will walk away, and have.
8. Commitment to family
I was married for 55 years to my high school sweetheart. We had two children, five
grandchildren, and five great-grand-children. I have experienced no greater joy in my
life than being immersed in my family’s life, and my grandchildren especially occupy
much of my thinking time as I work to make the world a better place for them as well as
all or our children.
I have turned down job promotions, assignments overseas to exotic places (at the time)
such as China and the Middle East, simply because it would have required that I be away
from family for extended periods of time. But I admire people, like our military
personnel, who sacrifice for us all.
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Defenses & Compensations
9. Defensiveness
I admit to pride in what I have accomplished. Having been raised in a family where my
mother was a housewife and my father worked in a factory, I realized early on that our
economic status was considered to be lower middle class. Yet I was not deprived of
love, support, or happiness from my family. It is a popular American pastime to create a
self-narrative that illustrates how one goes from rags to riches. In my case I never lived
in “rags” nor have I attained riches but I have justified some of my excesses in terms of
material goods like larger houses, more expensive cars and other purchases as being my
due. In fact, none of those material things brought more happiness.
One night as I sat in our new pool/hot tub with my son he appeared to be somewhat
ungrateful. When I told him that the house, pool, and other things we possessed were
the result of my getting them for him, his sister, and his mother he replied, “No. You did
all this for you. We didn’t ask for it and would never miss it if it wasn’t here.” He was
right, and from that day forward I began to simplify our lives.
10. Limitations
Ironically, I wound up with a minor in math in undergraduate school. It was the one
area of my high school studies that I did not excel in and I have often wondered how so
many of my business, economics, and psychology classes were characterized as math
classes. Despite having run from math most of my life I picked up an ability to quickly
calculate, or at least approximate, the answers to mathematical problems. Fortunately,
I have picked up some habits of mind regarding math problems that allow me to quickly
size up a situation. Though many people may have the actual formulas for solving
problems my style is more intuitive, based on ratios and relationships of scale. If an
approximate answer is called for rather than an exact result I can usually multiply or
divide or use percentages quickly.
Insights
11. As to others
I have made many friends during my life with both men and women and continue to
enjoy those relationships. Many of those friendships, as opposed to mere
acquaintances, have deepened over many years, and several have ended only with the
passing of the other person. I hope to be remembered as someone that could be
counted on in times both good and bad. The friendships I cherish the most are those
where a deep mutual understanding has occurred, and honest feedback was the norm.
I have had the honor of being present at the moment of death for several people and I
always came away in awe of that experience. I think others expect honesty from me
and they reciprocate when I take the chance to share my thoughts and dreams with
them. I have been honored by being asked to deliver the eulogy at the funerals or
celebrations of life for several of my friends and family.
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As a professional counselor I have been honored that my clients have sometimes shared
some of their innermost thoughts. I came to the conclusion that if I was trusted by
others, they would let me become their trusted advisor. And if I was their trusted
advisor, they would let me become their teacher.
12. As to the Self
Psychoanalytic use of the term “ego” suggests that in everyone there is a coherent
organization of mental processes, including the capacity of accommodating and
assimilating the world. I hope I will always continue to “drink deeply” of the
experiences of life; looking for meaning, mostly through analyzing conversations and
stories told by others, has privileged me throughout my life, causing me to be a
storyteller in the ancient tradition.
I aspire to Thoreau’s admonition in his book, Walden, “I went to the woods because I
wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not
learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived.”
Integration
EXAMPLES OF RELATIONS WITH OTHERS
13. Achiever—Dominant
I always gravitated toward being a leader, whether in the Boy Scout troop, where I was
Senior Patrol Leader, the high school football team, where I was Co-Captain, or in the
business world, where I assumed early on that I would be a manager, and it came to
pass.
14. Self-Effacing—Masochistic
I do not think I have ever put myself down, preferring to think that if my judgment was
poor, or the example I exhibited did not achieve the results expected, that I did my best.
I hope that others thought so, too.
15. Responsible—Nurturing
I fell in love with my wife when we were 17. It was to be expected at that time that my
parents would discourage our relationship, as in, “You’re too young. You’ll get over it
and meet others.” But they were wrong about what they assumed was just an
infatuation. Children came from that love, and grandchildren, creating the most
rewarding and meaningful love I could have ever experienced.
16. Independent—Rejecting
As I wrote above, I had to reject my parent’s warning about falling in love too young. I
was headstrong and determined to make my own way in the world. Indeed, when I
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became 16, I was independent of their support other than sleeping in their home. I
earned my own money, bought my own car, and asked them for nothing, perhaps
because they had nothing to give, at least monetarily. This was probably my first
moment of agency.
17. Cooperative—Accepting
I have always thought highly of compromise. I have never been arrested, and I have
voted in every election since the first for which I was eligible. No matter who won the
contest I believed it only appropriate that I follow the person who won. I did not vote
for Donald Trump when he was elected President, but he was my Commander-in-Chief
and as a citizen I believed in acknowledging him as such.
18. Aggressive—Sadistic
Though believing in my own abilities and thoughts I do not think I have ever been meanspirited, at least not intentionally.
19. Docile—Dependent
Being docile is not in my nature. Extraverts don’t tend to wait, they move forward, even
if it is in the wrong direction.
20. Superior—Narcissistic
Though I knew early in my life that my intelligence was above average, and my physical
skills were also above average, I have always thought that we all are equal, not only in
God’s sight, but in the sight of others. This has led me to a rich repertoire of friendships
from many cultures. Narcissists care little about the opinions or needs of others; I feel
fortunate that I am not like that, nor have I ever been.
PROBLEM SOLVING
21. Tacit Knowledge
Tacit knowledge is that knowledge that we possess and assume to be true. I trust my
tacit knowledge as the platform on which my intellect resides, knowing that I may be
humbled by new revelations and understandings for which I was not prepared. The
world’s mysteries continue to unfold and there is a certain joy from coming to grips with
new paradigms.
22. Technical Training
I am a Certified Risk Manager, having passes a series of five comprehensive tests
regarding the management of risks. Despite that I am often confronted with dilemmas
that do not reduce themselves to a chapter in that book. I enjoy solving problems and
take a lot of pleasure when the results are good. But some problems can be intractable.
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23. Management Training
Fortunately for me, at the age of 32, I was admitted to the MBA program at Pepperdine
University, where I was the youngest person in my class. Everyone else was not only
older but more experienced in managing processes and people and I was blessed to
learn from them as well as my professors. I took my education back to my work at
Litton Industries, a defense contractor, where I had received several promotions. It was
expected that I would work my way up to senior management; after all, the pay was
good, as were the benefits, and I was well-liked by my fellow employees and managers.
But I learned something from graduate school that I had not expected—I did not want
to continue to work for any company as an employee—I would soon leave Litton and go
into the consulting field with my former business school professor.
24. Personal Development
I hold five college degrees: 1) a BS in Economics from the University of Houston; 2) an
MBA from Pepperdine University; 3) a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from
Argosy University; 4) a master’s Degree in Organizational Development; and, 5) a Ph.D.
in Human and Organizational Systems from Fielding Graduate University. No one can
ever take those away.
LEARNING & MOTIVATION
25. Courses (in addition to college credits) or Special Training
In addition to degrees in organizational development, professional counseling, and
management, I have held at various times a property and casualty insurance license, a
securities license, and a real estate broker’s license.
I have also attended a variety of personal development classes on business and courses
in personal development at my church.
26. Reading Habits and Acquisition of Knowledge
I have always loved to read. I grew up in a home where there were no books. Not only
did my parents not read anything other than the newspaper (and not every day at that)
they did not encourage me to read. But my teachers did, and I haunted the library,
often bringing home many books. My mother never thought I read all those books, but
she was wrong. Often, I used a flashlight under the covers to read after everyone else
had gone to bed.
My personal library at my home includes 300 books, and I have by my best estimation
read about 1500 books in my lifetime, plus numerous monthly magazines and
newspapers on a daily basis. I love to learn, not only to acquire expertise and
knowledge for use in my business, but just for the pleasure of acquiring knowledge. Of
course, thousands of new books are published each year so the acquisition of
knowledge can sometimes appear to be like Sisyphus’s struggle.
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27. Practical Knowledge
My father seldom helped me learn to fix things. He believed I should work with my
mind, not my hands, and I had to go to other boy’s houses and learn from their fathers
how to work on cars or fix small engines. Of course, that skill is in short supply today as
machines become more complex, but I think learning how to fix mechanical things
boosted my confidence. After I grew up and became a homeowner I found I could be
handy around the house, and over the years I have worked on many Habitat for
Humanity houses in Texas and Colorado as well as renovating and painting homes for
needy people, usually organized through volunteer efforts at my church.
THINKING APPROACH
28. Perceiving
I can think of several instances where I had an insight into the hidden meaning of an
event or conversation. Having been formally trained as a psychotherapist one might
expect to have developed such a skill. But this skill was present throughout my life and
appeared as an appreciation for metaphor and symbolism.
29. Memory
I have a good memory, made better by having read books all my life. I think I am good
at recalling past experiences and putting them in context with current experiences to
synthesize the content. I have always had a better than average ability to pass tests that
required short-term memorization, but I never believed that ability to be much more
than a gift of the intellect—it does not make me a superior person.
30. Habitual Thinking
I admit to daydreaming about trout fishing quite a lot. While it does not consume my
thoughts a great deal, it is likely that if I am “in the zone” of relaxing and thinking about
nothing in particular I can transport myself to a river, often in Colorado or Alaska, where
I have lived or visited many times. Much like a golfer can play several holes at a course
in his mind, I can imagine myself floating down a river, remembering the places where I
caught or perhaps lost a fish. It is almost a spiritual experience with nature and
wildness.
31. Reflective Thinking
As I get older, I cannot help but think about social issues more than ever before. Having
witnessed many wars around the world, at least from the comfort of my couch, and
thought about what makes humanity so prone to violence I cannot help but think that
leadership looks good on the surface and often offers hope for use all, but it is the turn
toward non-violence that individual men and women must execute to bring peace to us
all.
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32. Gathering Data
I make major decisions, for the most part, by assembling multiple sources of information
before I reach a conclusion. I have always been impressed with the idea that a good
mind can gather various opposing opinions, favoring one but respecting the rest.
33. Clarifying Alternatives
At times the path to good decisions is paved with misinformation and I have tried not to
fall victim to being deceived. As such, I tend to take more time to consider alternatives.
34. Weighing Alternatives
Hindsight has taught me many things and has sharpened my tendency to spend more
time analyzing my options before acting.
DECIDING
35. Risk Management
My training in risk management has made the process of seeing more clearly what the
unforeseen consequences of hasty decisions can be. My caution in deciding important
matters comes from my own experiences as well as that of others. It’s just that the
process, for me, is now more formalized and I have become the unofficial worrier of my
family. Acknowledging hazards, behaviors, and other instances of decisions where
leaping too quickly brought undesirable results puts me on high alert.
36. Speed
I have tended to slow down my decision processes over the years to avoid the
speedbumps of life. I weigh decisions more thoughtfully, particularly in matters of
money. Part of my career has been focused on helping others with strategy and I have
come to believe that strategy is best decided when more time is spent attending to the
“what could go wrong,” aspects of the future.
37. Accuracy
Being right, in terms of answers to problems, is not inherent in human development.
People are meant to explore multiple possibilities, sifting through alternatives before
coming up with a correct answer. In fact, my experiences in life have taught me there
may be more than one right answer, and some people have failed their way to success
by refusing to quit when confronted with the right answer is elusive.
38. Finalizing
As an entrepreneur, and as a strategic thinker, I have had to make decisions that I would
have preferred to analyze more but time, or money was of the essence. Sometimes
leadership demands going forward with insufficient information and I look back over my
career where this occurred with no regrets.
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39. Action & Timing
When I was younger, I thought taking action swiftly was the appropriate and expected
reaction to problems that popped up. But experience and wisdom have taught me that
stepping back and carefully considering the possible results or consequences that may
occur is the better approach, even if it appears to be indecisive.
40. Group Problem Solving
I like working in groups, probably because I am gregarious, and I enjoy putting my skills
to work in a collaborative setting. Many problems are best dealt with by teams, but
there are some problems best solved by individuals, Einstein, Newton, and Galileo being
examples.
COMMUNICATING
Receiving:
41. Listening Skills
One of my limitations is the tendency to become stimulated in a conversation and
attempt to speak without having heard the other person’s full communication. My wife
said I got better at that issue, and having worked on it I notice more than ever before
how often others are not listening well either. Listening is not only used to gain
information, but also to bear witness to the speech of others.
Sending: Oral Individual
42. Non-verbal
I believe that I am, in the eyes of other people, an authentic person. On many
occasions, including sitting next to strangers on airplanes, I have had my seat-mate
share things about their life such that when we arrived at our destination they said, “I’ve
never shared what I’ve just told you with anyone before.” What an honor to be so
trusted.
43. Quantity of speech
To my fellow extraverts I can’t talk enough but to others I may come across as hogging
the conversation. This is an area where I am aware that some people see me as an
egotist, only believing that my opinion is the only one that counts. But I can draw
people out of their reticence to speak.
44. Clarity of speech
It is important to me to be articulate when I speak and if I am really unsure of my
subject matter I will likely hesitate before commenting. I have always believed that the
mark of a good mind is to hold two opposing ideas in one’s head and though favoring
one, respect the other.
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45. Assertiveness
My wife says, about me, “He’s been wrong before, but never unsure.” I am still not
exactly sure what she means but there is a grain of truth in her assessment. I do not
tend to be tentative about my conclusions when speaking, preferring to take a stand
and be prepared to defend it.
46. Persuasiveness
I believe I am a rather persuasive speaker. The results from my experience in sales is
testimony to that fact, and I think I can teach others not only how to be more persuasive
but also to recognize when others are trying to persuade and how to defend against
that habit.
47. Voice: Level, Timbre
I have received compliments on the quality of my speech, and having made my living for
several years as a professional speaker around the world I found myself able to
command the room—the measurement of which was the likelihood that the audience
was paying attention. People on many occasions have told me they liked the sound of
my speech, and in a room where the audience consisted of no more than 40-50 people I
seldom used a microphone.
Sending: Oral Group
48. Public Speaking
I have, since I was a teenager, enjoyed speaking in public. I won my first speaking
contest in my teens, as a Boy Scout, and spoke without notes that day. Since that time, I
usually speak impromptu, and enjoy the mental stimulation and creative tension that
accompanies that effort. I dislike PowerPoint and other tools that tend to rob the
attention of the speaker (and bore the audience too often).
Sending: Written
49. Communicating to Teams
Having managed many teams as my management style changed over from a hierarchal
approach to a team-oriented organization I think my ability to prioritize and plan the
team’s approach to a task or project is above average. I try to assess the relative
strengths of the team members, including their experience, gender, and age, and
organize assignments to take advantage of what we have to work with.
50. Using Social Media
I don’t tweet, but I do text. Facebook is a distraction to me but LinkedIn is a valuable
tool to get to know others more deeply based on their profiles.
51. Blogging
I have written several blogs but do not have a current blog operating.
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52. Networking Experiences
I belong to the Energy Prospectus Group, the Entrepreneur’s Group, the Merger and
Acquisitions Group, the Texas Motor Transportation Association, the CEO Group, the
Fielding Alumni Association, the Pepperdine Alumni Association, and the UH Alumni
Association. I also frequent the Coffee and Collaboration Group that meets weekly in
Houston as well as the Houston Storytellers Guild that meets monthly in Houston. I
support my church’s pastoral care group that reaches out to individuals that are ill, or in
need of support, including veterans suffering from PTSD. I am an active networker and I
have made many friends through these organizations.
Feedback Mechanisms
I have had several friends with whom I have confided over the years when I was
at a crossroads in my life. By opening up to them I received welcome advice. They in
turn have done the same.
SECTION 2…IN HIS/HER PRESENT WORK PERFORMANCE
Administrative Preparing
53. Innovativeness
I am creative, as evidenced by my turnaround work with troubled companies. In every
instance I had to create another way of approaching the issues and I worked with
creditors, bankers, and lenders to solve the multiple problems of companies that might
have been eliminated. I sought first to save the jobs.
I am expected, as an outside consultant to companies, to create a shift in the culture or
business system that will add to their success or save the company from itself, or at
least from its founders.
54. Goal Setting
I have met most of my personal goals and that has transferred into my work life. While
getting an MBA was an important achievement and mostly prepared me to work in
organizations as an employee, I found my greatest joy as an entrepreneur and in
advising as a consultant. I have not played the role of an employee for 40 years; rather,
I have been an independent contractor.
55. Planning
Planning can be tedious. But it is necessary. However, the famous Prussian general Von
Klauswits said, “The best plan is abandoned as soon as the enemy fires.”
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56. Scheduling
Scheduling sounds like planning but the scheduling example I use the most is associated
with project management. Creating a critical path through the project as elements are
completed simultaneously is thrilling, and watching things come to fruition on time, on
budget, and meeting expectations is very satisfying.
57. Organizing
“We need to get organized,” really means we need to get re-organized. As the poet
Robert Burns said, “the best laid plans often go astray.”
58. Time Management
Being divergent reflects how I spend my time. I have many interests, some of which are
purely for personal pleasure. I read a good deal of history and some fiction, both of
which can frame the future of my understanding of the human condition.
59. Controlling
Costs: I received a much higher bonus than my counterparts one year because I paid
specific attention to my company’s bottom line. We were ruthless about spending
money and my reward was much higher when time came to measure our contribution
to success.
Other Considerations: If a business sells $1.00 that results in making $.10, then saving
$.10 is the equivalent of selling another $1.00 of service or merchandise.
Reviewing and Revising
60. Tasks
The top priority on any list, having been accomplished, creates a new top priority. I
think it is important to be flexible, and try to accomplish the most critical item first, if
possible, while trying not to get distracted by new tasks that pop up. The top priority
may be delayed, and given enough time, may cease to be the top priority.
61. People
I find it very interesting, that despite having known some people for most of my life, I
discover some new dimension of them that was never revealed before.
54. Self
I am a work in progress, yearning for more experiences. I tend to gravitate back
to places and experiences I enjoyed in the past. I have been to Alaska 15 times.
I yearn to visit Australia and New Zealand again. Twice was not enough.
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DOING
Work Drive:
55. General Health
I am in general good health. But I do have to watch my blood pressure, exercise, and
plan my meals with care. Of course, everyone should. I am a cancer survivor, having
been cured of non-Hodgkins lymphoma by excellent oncologists.
56. Work Interests
I like to work with companies that seek to make the future a better place. I gravitate to
projects that are sustainable, that create jobs and technology for the good of us all.
57. Work Morale
I think I am an encouraging person and seek to be an example for others.
With Outsiders
58. Relationships
Some of my customers became my good friends and have been over the years. I am not
sure what an outsider is, unless the purpose is to differentiate them from insiders.
59. Pressure/Stress
I handle stress well. I remind myself that stress is ubiquitous and if often beneficial. But
there is a difference between “distress,” which is harmful, and “eustress,” which can be
exhilarating.
60. Travel Reactions
I have traveled all over the world, having flown nearly 1.5 million miles, and driven over
1 million miles. I find travel to be exciting, but 14-hour flights from Australia can be
tedious.
With Direct Reports & Leadership
61. Appraising and Coaching
Having performed this very assessment with many people I think I am uniquely qualified
to appraise and coach people in the workplace.
62. Task/Person Orientation
It is important to match the person to the task. Statistics reveal that a third of all
employees are not a good fit for their job but won’t complain, perhaps because they
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fear they will be eliminated. It is gratifying to discover an opportunity to shift a person’s
responsibilities such that they can engage more deeply in their work.
63. Delegation—Control
Control is an illusion, perpetrated by managers who lack confidence in their employees
or are worried about their own jobs. I don’t wish to control others, nor do I expect to be
controlled.
64. Over-Participative
If anything, I like to give employees as much freedom as possible but it is important for
me to make sure we are on the same page, so to speak. Having managed many
salespeople and having trained many more, I have found that agreement about
expectations does not necessarily translate to expected results. Hopefully, I set up an
“open door,” so employees who are not performing can come to collaborate without
feeling vulnerable. I want to be able to give anyone who leaves a letter of
recommendation.
65. Judging Loyalty
Loyalty can be confused with fealty. Employees are not political appointees where skills
and experience don’t count. Hopefully, each person brought on board has been
carefully selected and their participation in the organization is not dependent on their
unswerving loyalty to one person. I have experienced loyalty as well as its illusion and I
have come to rarely trust it.
66. Training & Support
Much of my career has been devoted to training and supporting others. I found I was
quite a good trainer, mostly because I was able to demonstrate the skillset necessary for
success, particularly in sales. It is gratifying to see people adopt a new framework for
success and by using it increase their income and personal satisfaction.
67. Rewarding Motivation/Innovation
Money gratifies but it rarely motivates. Praise for a good effort is more long-lasting.
68. Setting Expectations for Others
I cannot set someone else’s personal goals, but I can let them know what the
organization’s expectations are in terms of performance, standards, personal behavior,
timing, and risk management. Some people want to know they are secure, that their
paycheck will always be there. I have found comfort in insecurity, and I try to convey
the value of that to others. When I went from salary plus commissions to only
commissions, I found myself feeling freer than ever before. And I earned more.
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Mentoring:
69. Experience with Mentors
I have had several excellent mentors as well as “high-status friends.” In every case the
mentorship ceased when I achieved a certain level of success and the mentor
pronounced me his or her equal to the responsibility or task.
70. Experience with Being a Mentor
I have mentored many students at Pepperdine University and UH Downtown. It is a task
for which I am well-suited and one that I enjoy. I always feel flattered when someone
asks for my advice and though being a mentor does not have to be a formal relationship
it benefits both parties. I often write letters of recommendation for graduate school,
work opportunities, or other important steps in people’s lives. I won’t write a generic
recommendation, preferring to discuss the opportunity with the person requesting my
recommendation by talking through the expectations.
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Midterm
Spring 2023
1. I want you to continue to work on your Comprehensive Appraisal. Try to finish at least half of it,
with the other half planned for the Final. You will likely not have the multitude of experiences I
have demonstrated in my own Appraisal but your history, including challenges and defeats, are
part of who you are. When we discover the core of ourselves, we can begin to add layers of
complexity and plan for success. Turn in what you have written so far.
2. What will happen when you graduate? Will you pursue more education, secure a better job
than your current position, find a new spouse, or settle into a life of routine?
3. At the end of your life, what legacy do you hope to leave for those that come after you? Is it
wealth, property, or values and ethics? After you are gone, how will people remember you? Is
there a story about your life that sums up your essence?
4.
“What is something you’d be happy doing every single day for the rest of
your career?”
While it’s important to hire for skill, it’s also important to hire someone who’s likely to be happy
in the job you’re hiring for.
5. “If you had $40,000 to build your own business, what would you do? ”
Do you have a dream? Could you be an entrepreneur?
6.
7.
“What’s the biggest decision you’ve had to make in the past year? Why was it so big?
This is a great way to figure out how a candidate approaches decision-making
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8.
“What’s surprised you about the interview process so far?” This is a question
no candidate can really prepare for, and it’ll give you some indication of how candidates
are feeling about the whole thing. Imagine me asking you this in the interview.
9. Do you think you write well? Have your professors (including me) criticized your writing skills?
Have they suggested ways to improve? Have you taken advantage of those methods?
10. A new tool has appeared on the horizon: ChatAPT. It’s called artificial intelligence and it may
revolutionize the way people communicate. It’s actually been around for a long time. Tell me
what you know about it, and whether you think it is a good idea. Should the University disallow
the use of it?
11. Go to Youtube or TED and watch the video by Susan Cain on the Power of Introverts. Tell me
what you think she is saying.
https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=susan+cain+introvert&qpvt=susan+cain+introvert&FO
RM=VDRE
Professors don’t “give” grades. Students earn grades. What grade do you think you
have earned on this Midterm? Think “A,” “B,” or “C.”
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ISTJ — The Dependable Inspector
OVERVIEW of the ISTJ Personality
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The ISTJ Acronym
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Values and Motivations of the ISTJ Personality
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How People Perceive the ISTJ Personality
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Strength Traits of ISTJ
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…And Weaknesses
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Development and Potential for ISTJs
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Employment and The ISTJ’s Work Life
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ISTJ’s Best Career Choices
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ISTJs Should Avoid These Jobs
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Is the ISTJ a Team Player?
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Leadership Potential for ISTJs
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ISTJ’s Compatibility with Other People
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ISTJ In Romantic Relationships
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Do ISTJ Personalities Make
Good Parents?
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ISTJs and Communication
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Final words
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ISTJ — The Dependable Inspector
ISTJ — The Dependable Inspector
Queen Elizabeth II is Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, crowned Queen on June
2nd, 1953. Throughout her 69-year reign, she has been hardworking, dependable,
and dedicated to her position and kingdom. These are the traits of the ISTJ
personality, which endear her to millions of people in England and around the world.
The queen supports 510 charities in Britain, and the Royal Family donates or raises
over $1.92 billion annually. In 2018 alone, she attended 293 official events. That’s
working 80% of the year plus daily royal tasks that she manages from Buckingham
Palace. Hardworking is an understatement for a sensible lady who works almost
three decades past the retirement age.
The queen is also very frugal, another ISTJ trait. She has a waste-not, want-not
mindset. For example, she will have sheets, and gloves mended rather than toss
them in the trash. Queen Elizabeth will wear clothes many times (like the rest of us).
She has “recycled” her Coronation dress at least six times. That’s something most
brides or royalty will never do.
Queen Elizabeth II is a dutiful queen committed to her responsibilities and upholding
the crown’s traditions. The queen is an exceptional human being, a proper lady who
follows procedures, protocol, and a model ISTJ personality.
OVERVIEW of the ISTJ Personality
If you are searching for a fully committed, organized person who will follow through
with your task, the ISTJ is that person. They will see that everything runs smoothly, is
on schedule, and is done right.
Careful Planner
ISTJ thrives on long-term planning. They like things to be in order. The ISTJ always
prepares for rainy days or unforeseen circumstances. They are meticulous
planners who delegate confidently and efficiently. They will do their best to avoid
mistakes through proper planning and implementation.
Dependable and Realistic
ISTJs dislike depending on other people, preferring to be autonomous and selfsufficient. The Inspector chooses a realistic approach and steady pace to achieve
their goals or finish tasks. They are dedicated to seeing the job through to
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completion. Their ability to filter out distractions allows them to focus and finish
their tasks satisfactorily.
Law Abiding Citizen
ISTJs gain comfort and stability from following traditions, rules, and laws.
Adherence to regulations may make ISTJs seem somewhat stiff and unyielding.
However, they take great pride in being honest and trustworthy, with all decisions
aligning with their integrity.
Rigid and Inflexible at Times
ISTJs can be unyielding in their desire to maintain order and structure. Additionally,
ISTJ’s can be overly critical of people who have ideas or methods that differ from
them. They take pride in their work which involves strict adherence to policies and
procedures. They can be hard on those that don’t follow the rules well.
Self-Sufficient and Independent
ISTJ personality types feel that being dependent on others is a sign of weakness.
They prefer to be self-sufficient. They work hard to be autonomous and
independent, knowing that the work will get done and not rely on others. They are
typically quiet and would rather be alone or with a small group of friends or family.
Other ISTJ personality traits include being straightforward, calm, methodical, and
cautious.
Besides Queen Elizabeth II, other famous ISTJ personalities include:
Robert de Niro, Denzel Washington, Matt Damon, Anthony Hopkins, Martina
McBride, Amal Clooney, Jeff Bezos, Warren Buffet, President George Bush, Sean
Connery, Angela Merkel, Condoleezza Rice.
The ISTJ Acronym
Following the four-letter type, ISTJ stands for…
(I) Introverted:
Gain more energy from spending time alone rather than in a crowd
(S) Sensing:
Focuses on facts and details instead of concepts or abstract ideas
(T) Thinking:
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Uses logic, reasoning, and facts instead of emotion when making decisions
(J) Judging:
Judging types follow carefully constructed plans to stay organized and punctual
The ISTJs nicknames include “The Inspector” or “The Investigator” because they focus
on details, careful planning, and need to do everything by the book.
Values and Motivations of the ISTJ Personality
People with an ISTJ personality type tend to be calm, cool, and collected. The
Inspector is reserved in their behavior and likes quiet surroundings so they can
think. They are loyal people and expect loyalty in others.
The ISTJ’s Values
Along with loyalty, ISTJs value honesty, trustworthiness, and dependability.
Inspectors pride themselves on these traits. They have a strong sense of
responsibility, whether to provide for their loved ones or complete work tasks.
The Inspector will do their part to get things done as promised. They will follow all
procedures and protocols to the letter without shortcuts. Doing so can sometimes
be annoying to those with lesser values and patience.
The ISTJ’s Motivations
Whether work or personal, ISTJs are driven by their everyday routine, making them
feel purposeful and productive. They feel empowered when they can provide
solutions to various problems.
ISTJs are motivated by their personal time when they can recharge, find inspiration,
or contemplate solutions. They are more committed and productive as long as they
feel safe and secure.
Whether it’s recreating a Christmas from 50 years ago for their grandchildren or
admiring the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace, the ISTJ loves keeping
traditions alive.
How People Perceive the ISTJ Personality
Most people will see the Inspector as somewhat calm, strict, honest, reliable, and
conservative. They tend to be stable and unflustered when others are anxious.
These are some of the positive perceptions people have about ISTJs:
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Trustworthy, dependable, and loyal
Structured, persistent, and reasonable
Thorough, efficient, and organized
Some of the negative traits are:
A no-nonsense attitude and stubbornness at times
Overly meticulous when planning can lead to delays
Insensitive, impatient, and irritable
The ISTJ avoids people who are wishy-washy, dishonest, or unreliable. They prefer
associating with people who have the same high standards and morals as
themselves.
Strength Traits of ISTJ
ISTJs should clear all contracts; they will overlook nothing
that is in it and assume nothing that is not.
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Gifts Differing
The Inspector is a hardworking individual who works diligently toward carefully
planned goals. ISTJs focus on facts and figures rather than gut instincts. They are
excellent at both creating and following logical step-by-step instructions.
Here is a list of the other strength traits of a typical ISTJ personality.
Responsible and Honest
The Inspector’s word is his bond, and they are dependable. They will drive
themselves hard to meet a personal obligation. It bothers them greatly when
others are undependable or lazy.
Calm and Reasonable
It’s very rare to see ISTJs get overly emotional and lose their tempers. They are
typically calm and cool as a cucumber in any situation. They can keep their heads
and make rational decisions even when others are falling apart around them.
Observant and Meticulous
ISTJs can pick out details that others miss, be it the fine print in a contract or
repeating pattern in an experiment. They are very observant when it comes to
people too. They can pick out nuances in someone’s body language or a missed bit
of information in a story that reveals a lie. The Inspector can quickly detect
mechanical, technical, or personal flaws.
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Strong Minded
ISTJs will get the job done no matter what. They have the relentless determination
and a no-quit attitude. Like a Canadian Mountie always gets their man, the
Inspector always sees the job through to completion. Some people see ISTJs
persistence as stubborn, but that’s because they plan to reach their goals no
matter what.
Structured and Organized
The ISTJ type is one of the most organized and well-planned people out there. They
believe that having clear guidelines and rules makes it easier for everyone to
accomplish their tasks, provided that they follow them. The Inspector is very good
at time management and likes to be punctual in meeting their deadlines. They
expect the same from others with whom they associate.
The ISTJ’s are tenacious and won’t give up on a task or goal easily. They will see every
project through to the end.
…And Weaknesses
The ISTJ possesses a few weaknesses like everyone else. Recognizing these common
flaws will help them improve their interactions with others.
Critical and Insensitive
The Inspector may blurt out negative feedback in their relentless pursuit of truth
and honesty. They can unintentionally hurt others’ feelings by not recognizing how
being open and honest may not always be the best policy at that moment.
Too Rigid
ISTJs are sticklers for following all rules and regulations in an almost robotic
fashion. This inflexibility to bend the rules can cause friction with others having
more open minds. Without guidelines to follow, ISTJs have a hard time adapting to
unstructured or chaotic environments.
Overly Judgmental
ISTJs live by facts and logic. When people question those facts and logic, the ISTJ
can get very critical, even disrespectful. They dislike people who won’t bother to
learn the specifics of an argument or situation. Given time, Inspector types can
understand that there are often multiple solutions and viewpoints.
Hard on Themselves
When ISTJs take on a project, they put the blinders on and race toward the finish
line quickly. Unfortunately, they can ignore or trivialize help and ideas from those
around them. They can take on too much responsibility themselves rather than
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delegate. If they miss a deadline or goal, ISTJs tend to punish themselves for the
failure.
Difficulty Dealing with Change
ISTJs love orderly routines in their daily lives. When changes or obstacles pop up,
they have difficulty moving around or over it, like a robotic vacuum cleaner in a
crowded room. They get frustrated with changes in the job or their daily routine,
making them irritable.
ISTJs have an admirable focus and dedication to any task given them. However, some
people can take advantage of this work ethic by putting their share of work onto the
ISTJs shoulders, knowing they will get the job done no matter what.
Development and Potential for ISTJs
ISTJs can be juggernauts when it comes to achieving their goals and doing their
duties. While it is an admirable trait to get the job done, ISTJs can steamroll over
others on their way to the goal, creating animosity at work or home. Here are a few
ideas to help the ISTJs improve their personalities when interacting with others.
Lighten Up
ISTJs need not act like drill Sergeants unless they are. The Inspector should
recognize that other people have good ideas and intentions too. They must be
open and tolerant of others when discussing plans and goals. As much as they
dislike change, delegating tasks to others will help meet the goals and make
change easier to accept.
Learn to Say “No”
People can take advantage of ISTJs work ethic and the desire to follow the rules.
The Inspector needs to say no when people try to shift their workload onto the
ISTJs plate. They must also learn that some rules were meant to be broken and that
following every rule is not necessarily the best thing to do. At the least, they need
to keep an open mind that there are better ways to get things done.
Try to be Spontaneous
It goes against the ISTJs personality to be spontaneous. Inspectors may not realize
it, but following a rigid schedule, every day is restricting and boring. They need to
try letting go of their program at least once a week to see how liberating it can feel.
It may open their minds to other new ideas as well.
Lower Expectations
ISTJs tend to set high goals that can be unrealistic for themselves or others to
achieve. If they miss the objective, it can start a chain reaction of self-doubt. ISTJs
must remember that they cannot control everyone or everything around them. Set
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realistic goals and delegate some responsibilities to others. Doing so will reduce
frustration and improve morale.
ISTJs feel responsible for upholding the traditions of family, work, and religion. They
are dedicated to these values and respect the rules of these institutions. The ISTJ is
well-suited as a religious or business leader because they believe in the rules and
structure.
Employment and The ISTJ’s Work Life
The Inspector seeks opportunities where they can rise to positions of leadership.
They work best alone but are effective on a team, especially if they can lead it. They
like responsibility because it gives them a chance to prove their value. ISTJs are
punctual, respect authority, and have no problem following instructions and
procedures.
Two things that are Kryptonite to ISTJs super leadership powers are change and
people who don’t pull their weight. ISTJs have difficulty dealing with the changes
associated with a new position or project and can get frustrated.
When dealing with co-workers, they can be abrupt and insensitive if they are not
meeting expectations. Overall, the ISTJ is quiet, methodical and will ensure projects
get done correctly and on time.
ISTJ’s Best Career Choices
ISTJs prefer leadership and planning roles, and they thrive in well-structured
organizations. For a career path, they need one that is steady and dependable. ISTJs
are good at problem-solving, are objective, and have a keen eye for detail.
Some viable career choices for the ISTJ include:
Business or finance
Administration
Information Technology
Engineering
Military
Law Enforcement
ISTJs can work well in almost every field that has a good structure and routine.
Some specific jobs that are a fit include:
Lawyer
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Detective
Cost Estimator
Certified Public Accountant
Dentist
Military Officer
Inspector
ISTJ types use logic and reason to make their decisions. When it comes to their
environment, an ISTJ requires a quiet, organized, and structured workplace with
rules and regulations that everyone follows.
ISTJs Should Avoid These Jobs
Due to the ISTJ’s need for rules and structure, chaotic workplaces are not a good
match. They will soon get demotivated working in a messy environment with
undisciplined co-workers.
Most ISTJ personalities should avoid the following career paths:
The Arts (Theater & Music)
Event Management
Journalism
Psychology
Public Relations
Food and Beverage (Restaurants)
Other than the jobs where life is chaotic, the ISTJ makes a welcome addition to any
company or organization, especially in management roles. They are responsible,
reliable, and dependable.
Is the ISTJ a Team Player?
When an ISTJ gets recruited onto a team, they end up doing more than their share.
Always setting a good example for others, ISTJs typically focus on bringing order and
putting a systematic plan in place. They want everyone’s roles clearly defined,
establish clear lines of authority and expectations. Sometimes they feel responsible
for the work of the entire team and may wind up being overworked.
As rational, objective thinkers, ISTJs will enjoy working alongside people who can
logically resolve issues. ISTJs also respect and appreciate co-workers who
communicate their thoughts clearly and directly. They don’t have the patience for
people who hold back certain opinions for fear of offending them. The ISTJ doesn’t
have an issue giving feedback as it is and appreciates honest communication from
others.
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Leadership Potential for ISTJs
The ISTJ may feel as if they were born to lead, and maybe they were. They have a
quiet demeanor that helps everyone stay calm during stressful times. They are goaldriven, hardworking, and honest people.
ISTJs have a natural talent for planning and organizing, making it easier for teams to
accomplish their goals. They lead others by delivering clear, concise, logical direction,
ensuring that everyone on their team understands the processes and milestones
needed to be successful.
One potential drawback is that the ISTJ can get so focused on the details that they
may miss the big picture. Also, they may lack tact when it comes to explaining issues
or making corrections with team members. Empathy is not their strong suit. ISTJs just
want to get the job done quickly and at the highest level of quality.
ISTJ’s Compatibility with Other People
ISTJs are usually very loyal and devoted to their family and friends. They are generally
quiet andreserved. Having a logical personality, they don’t understand other people’s
emotions very well. Here is a rundown of how the Inspector relates to different
personality types.
Birds of a Feather…
These four personality types are most likely to share the ISTJ’s values, interests, and
general ideas about life.
1.ISTP — The Craftsman — Logical, attentive to details, and mechanically inclined
2.Other ISTJs — The Inspector — Reliable, dependable, and upholds traditions
3.ISFJ — The Protector — Loyal to traditions and has a deep sense of responsibility
4.ESTJ — The Supervisor — Hardworking traditionalists who like organization
Common Connections
The following four types will mesh well with the I
NTJs ideals and values. There are
enough differences to keep them interested in learning more about each other
without turning them off.
1.ISFP — The Composer — Like to go with the
flow and are artistic by nature
NTP — The Architect — Idealists who prefer to look to the future rather than the
2.I
present
NFJ — The Counselor — Ever curious, open-minded, and embrace change
3.I
4.ESFP — The Performer — They love to organize, plan, and be spontaneous
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Challenging Differences
ISTJs may need to dig a little deeper to find commonality with these types. The effort
will usually pay off in having someone interesting to engage in interesting
conversations.
1.INTJ — The Mastermind — Practical and logical, they are always learning new
things
2.ESTP — The Dynamo — Analytical observers who are values-driven and the life of
the party
3.ESFJ — The Provider — Value loyalty, tradition, and predictability in their lives
4.ENTJ — The Commander — Spontaneous, energetic, efficient, and fun-loving
Opposite Personalities
If there are a group of people with whom the ISTJ will butt heads, it’s these four
personality types.
1.INFP — The Healer — Independent, sensitive, compassionate, and usually artistic
2.ENTP — The Visionary — Neat and orderly, but don’t like to prepare in advance
3.ENFP — The Champion — Seeks change, gets bored with details and repetition
4.ENFJ — The Teacher — Altruistic, sociable, and sensitive towards others feelings
ISTJ In Romantic Relationships
The ISTJ may not be the most romantic, but they are entirely devoted to their
partner. They do their best to ensure a long-lasting and mutually satisfying
relationship. ISTJs have deep emotional feelings, but they have trouble expressing
them. ISTJs tend to be more conservative and traditional regarding dating, gender
roles, and family values.
The Inspector takes a logical approach to relationships rather than emotional ones.
They take their relationship responsibilities seriously and will keep their word at all
costs. The last thing they want is a superficial, dishonest relationship.
Partners must speak directly about their needs or why they are upset. Only then will
the ISTJ “get it.” However, once they see the problem, they will do everything in their
power to correct the issue and ensure that it won’t happen again. They understand
that unresolved problems can fester, so they do what they can to resolve things
quickly and objectively.
Do ISTJ Personalities Make Good Parents?
Defining an ISTJ as a “good parent” depends on whether you are another adult or
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their child. Children need both emotional support and disciplined guidance as they
mature. From a child’s perspective, ISTJ parents are not particularly loving. They want
their children to grow into rational, logical, and productive adults. That means lots of
“tough love” and discipline with a minimum of hugging and coddling.
ISTJ parents tend to raise respectable community members who uphold traditions
and live up to high standards. Unfortunately, it’s difficult for kids and adolescents to
appreciate that guidance and disciplined environment. For example, Queen Elizabeth
wasn’t a doting mother. After a six-month tour away from her two boys, she greeted
them with a proper handshake rather than a hug.
This strict approach often works in the long run, but it also creates barriers between
themselves and their children, lasting a lifetime.
If the ISTJ parent can adopt a more loving and warm approach, they will have better
success in instilling their values in their children. They need to be more flexible in
allowing their children to find themselves. Doing so will help gain mutual respect and
a closer relationship.
ISTJs and Communication
One can never accuse ISTJs of being long-winded. The ISTJ personality is practical,
logical, and straightforward. They are task-oriented people who don’t like to waste
words when giving instructions. They try to avoid small talk so they can deliver the
message and move on with the task.
Most communication with ISTJs will be exchanging facts, not impractical ideas,
stories, or theories.
Here are some tips you’ll need when communicating with an ISTJ:
1.Get to the point — ISTJs can retain a great deal of information in a short time. Stick
to only the necessary facts and leave out unnecessary details.
2.Present information precisely — When delivering instructions, present them in a
concise, step-by-step logical sequence. Include any expectations or milestones so
they may complete the task in the most efficient manner possible.
3.Schedule and plan your meeting — ISTJ types live by their agendas and plans.
They don’t like surprises or changes. Be sure to schedule your session with ample
time for them to accept and plan their schedule. Allow time for their response as it
may take a day or two.
4. Use evidence and facts — If you plan to negotiate or persuade the ISTJ, you’ll need
plenty of hard evidence and facts to back up your claims. Avoid abstract ideas,
theories, or unsubstantiated stories.
5. Resolve conflict rationally — If you are trying to overcome an argument or
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disagreement with an ISTJ, just speak plainly. They appreciate the open and honest
dialogue. They will be more offended if you try to hide or downplay something
rather than being truthful.
Communicate with ISTJs in an open but brief style that they like. You can build trust
and a better relationship. Understanding their communication style can make a
significant improvement, whether in a personal or working relationship.
The world is not the most pleasant place. Eventually, your
parents leave you, and nobody will go out of their way to
protect you unconditionally. You need to learn to stand up
for yourself and what you believe and sometimes, pardon
my language, kick some ass.
Queen Elizabeth II
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The Final Words
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The Final Words
This eBook have covered many life’s areas for your better understanding yourself,
your perspectives and other people too. This information is not for one-time use.
You can return to it as many times as you want throughout your life. The person
changes his point of view with the accumulated experience. So when you read this
information again, you will be able to discover something new for yourself.
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