An insightful journey into personality
ESFJs are keen to maintain their integrity; they are mindful of their work ethic, and also issues of morality, dutifulness and dependability. They enjoy helping others even to the point of self-sacrifice; they require recognition for their efforts however, expecting others to reciprocate. ESFJs are outgoing and friendly, and excel in occupations that involve personal contact. They are good at understanding different points of view and are caring, kind and sympathetic. ESFJs enjoy being in charge and like to attempt tasks as part of a process via a step by step approach. ESFJs have a strong work ethic; in groups they are highly organized and strive for a sense of belonging, both for themselves and for other group members. 13% of the total population.
ESFJs are good at initiating conversations and are both sociable and agreeable. They receive satisfaction from helping people out and seek companionship in a broad range of social circles. In fact, seeking friendships is something they enter into being fully aware of their vulnerability to unkindness or indifference.
ESFJs avoid conflict; they seek harmonious environments hoping that tense situations simply blow over. ESFJs always take well to positive reinforcement with any discernible insecurity being due to their needing approval or attention.
ESFJs are trustworthy and responsible, having a natural disposition towards service careers that involve face-to-face contact. Being team players they are interested in volunteering because they understand that giving is just as important as receiving. In the workplace ESFJs' teamwork is taken to even greater heights through their commitment to finishing assignments and prioritizing work over play.
They are structured and work according to plan; plans that are based on past experience rather than new methods. ESFJ enjoy supervisory roles that involve creating assignments and establishing teams and positions. It is important that they remain sensitive to other people's moods and temperaments in order to accommodate those who don't like taking direction.
