SELF REFLECTION – MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE INDICATOR



Self Reflection – Myers-Briggs Type IndicatorNiesha DavisTable of ContentsIntroduction3 Analysis3 The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator4MBTI in Organization4Results of Learner’s MBTI5Conclusion5Reference6IntroductionIdentifying personality types can prove to be a useful tool in organizations because personality is “considered a determinant of preferences in decision-making” (Ahmed, A., Hasnain, N., Venkatesan, M, 2012). By using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), one can gain a better understanding of the cognitive functions of themselves and/or others. This paper examines a learner’s experience with the Myers-Briggs personality test.AnalysisThe Myers-Briggs Type IndicatorThe Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is a personality test developed by Isabelle Myers Briggs and her mother, Katharine Briggs (Atay, 2012, p. 74). The pair developed MBTI based on Carl Jung’s theory that suggested that the differences in human behavior are a result of “logical results of a few basic preferences” (Atay, 2012, p. 74). The MBTI acts as a personality inventory and helps the individual decipher the preferences that are best suited for the personality type (Atay, 2012, p. 75). Four Personality Traits. Jung also suggested that there were four basic differences in personality traits: sensing vs. intuition, thinking vs. feeling and, judging vs. perceiving and introversion vs. extroversion CITATION Lil12 \l 1033 (Cunningham, 2012). The first two, relate to how a person perceives the world, and takes in experience and processes conclusions to what they’ve perceived (Atay, 2012, p. 76). The last two personality differences relate to how much one focuses on their inner and outer world experience (Atay, 2012, p. 76). MBTI in Organizations The MBTI is a widely used management tool in organizations. According to Washington Post (2014) thousands of companies, colleges, universities and government agencies use the MBTI (Para. 3) because Managers who know and understand their employees’ type preferences can motivate and inspire team members and “boost effectiveness when giving constructive feedback” CITATION Lov14 \l 1033 (Love & Cunningham, 2014). The MBTI is excellent at determining whether or not a candidate possessed the attributes required for the position. Results of Learner’s MBTIUpon completing the MBTI personality test, the learner was not surprised by their results. The test determined that the learner was INFP (introvert, intuition, feeling, perception) type personality. Introvert. As an introvert, the learner had already recognized that she possessed the traits that describe an introvert. Introverts are individuals who tend to focus mostly on their inner world are considered to be introverted (Atay, 2012, p. 76).Intuitive. Intuitive people generally function with a sense of “knowing” (aka instinct) as their guide. The learner resonated with the description due to experiences where acting on an intuitive hunch lead to good fortune.Feeling. The learner scored the highest percentage on the MBTI in the feeling dimension. Feelings are what help us make decisionsPerceiving. Kendra Cherry (2014) suggests that perception is the way we “orient ourselves to the outside world” (Para. 3). The learner felt closely aligned to all four dimensions of the results. According to the MBTI, the learner scored high percentages in the intuitive and feelings dimensions over the opposing dimensions CITATION Che141 \l 1033 (Cherry, 2014). Kendra Cherry (2014) suggest that INFP personalities are sensitive, possess strong written communication skills and prefer to work alone and have a strong interest in making the world a better place (Para. 5-12). This ring true to the learner who performs stand up comedy at night in a quest to make people laugh and feel better. The learner’s current interests also align with the typical interests of an INFP including writing, reading, art, and working alone (Cherry, 2014). Learning these traits has confirmed that past jobs in office environments were not suited for the learner and that in her search for employment, she should steer towards creative occupations.ConclusionIn conclusion, the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is useful tool in organizations. By having individuals complete a personality test and understanding their preferences, the organizations are better equipped to identify and utilize the individuals strengths and delegate tasks for which the individual is most likely to be successful.ReferenceAhmed, A., Hasnain, N. N., & Venkatesan, M. M. (2012). Decision Making in Relation to Personality Types and Cognitive Styles of Business Students. 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