The 16 personality types

Four axes (energy, perception, decisions and structure) combine into 16 types, grouped by temperament. Meet each one — and discover yours.

Each type is a combination of four preferences, on a continuous scale and anchored in the Five-Factor Model (Big Five). They organize into four temperament groups. Click any type to understand what it reveals, its strengths and blind spots, and how it shows up at work, in relationships and in growth.

The Strategists

Intuitive and thinking (N+T) — driven by ideas, systems and competence.

INTJThe CartographerIndependent strategist — sees the whole system …INTPThe DeciphererCurious thinker — takes ideas apart to understand how …ENTJThe HelmsmanDecisive leader — takes the helm and organizes people …ENTPThe TrailblazerRestless mind — lives on ideas and unexpected connections …

The Idealists

Intuitive and feeling (N+F) — driven by meaning, empathy and authenticity.

INFJThe OracleDeep idealist — senses what moves people and seeks …INFPThe PoetA heart of values — guided by what they believe in …ENFJThe GuideWarm inspirer — sees people's potential …ENFPThe WandererFree spirit — lights up with ideas and people …

The Guardians

Sensing and planning (S+J) — driven by order, duty and stability.

ISTJThe GuardianReliable and methodical — keeps their word and holds things …ISFJThe StewardQuiet care — tends to others' needs …ESTJThe MarshalEfficient organizer — puts order into chaos and gets things …ESFJThe HostWarmth that unites — makes people feel at home …

The Adventurers

Sensing and flexible (S+P) — driven by action, freedom and the present.

ISTPThe ArtisanHands-on — understands how things work and solves …ISFPThe LyricistSerene sensitivity — lives the present through beauty …ESTPThe ImproviserAction and energy — shines when the game is on …ESFPThe Free SpiritLife and sparkle — brings lightness and warmth, and loves experiences …

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Important. A 4-axis model anchored in the Big Five, on a continuous scale. It is not the MBTI® and is not affiliated with it. An estimate, not a diagnosis.