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ENFPs are introspective, values-oriented, inspiring, social and extremely expressive.
They actively send their thoughts and ideas out into the world as a way to bring attention to
what they feel to be important, which often has to do with ethics and current events.
ENFPs are natural advocates, attracting people to themselves and their cause with
excellent people skills, warmth, energy and positivity. ENFPs are described as
creative, resourceful, assertive, spontaneous, life-loving, charismatic,
passionate and experimental.
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Details
Preferences
Temperament
NF (Visionary)
ENFP Population
Total: 5.5%
Male: 4.5%
Female: 6.5%
Primary Function
Secondary Function
Tertiary Function
Least Function
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About the ENFP | Expert Quotes & Links |
"They can't bear to miss out on what is going on around them; they must experience, first hand, all the significant social events that affect our lives."
"ENFPs are warm, enthusiastic people, typically very bright and full of potential. They live in the world of possibilities, and can become very passionate and excited about things. Their enthusiasm lends them the ability to inspire and motivate others, more so than we see in other types. They can talk their way in or out of anything. They love life, seeing it as a special gift, and strive to make the most out of it."
"Friends are what life is about to ENFPs, moreso even than the other NFs. They hold up their end of the relationship, sometimes being victimized by less caring individuals. ENFPs are energized by being around people. Some have real difficulty being alone, especially on a regular basis." | | "outgoing, social, disorganized, easily talked into doing silly things, spontaneous, wild and crazy, acts without thinking..."
"ENFPs are energetic and enthusiastic leaders who are likely to take charge when a new endeavor needs a visionary spokesperson. ENFPs are values-oriented people who become champions of causes and services relating to human needs and dreams. Their leadership style is one of soliciting and recognizing others' contributions and of evaluating the personal needs of their followers. ENFPs are often charismatic leaders who are able to help people see the possibilities beyond themselves and their current realities. They function as catalysts."
"Ranked 1st of all 16 types in using social and emotional coping resources and 2nd in using cognitive resources. "
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Famous ENFPs
Real ENFP People
Fictional ENFPs (Characters)
- Ariel - The Little Mermaid
- Balki - Perfect Strangers
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ENFP Career Matches
ENFPs are often happy with the following jobs which tend to match well with the Advocate/Visionary personality.
- Accountant/Auditor
- Actor
- Art Director
- Artist
- Banker/Economist
- Career Counselor
- Church Worker
- Conference Planner
- Consultant
- Designer
- Dietitian/Nutritionist
- Diplomat
- Editor
- Engineer
| | - Entrepreneur
- Homemaker
- Housing Director
- Human Resources
- Journalist
- Lawyer/Attorney
- Marketer
- Massage Therapist
- Merchandise Planner
- Musician
- Newscaster
- Nurse
- Occupational Therapist
- Painter
| | - Politician
- Project Manager
- Psychologist/Counselor
- Public Relation
- Researcher
- Scientist
- Senior Manager
- Social Scientist
- Social Worker
- Speech Pathologist
- Teacher/Professor
- Technical Specialist
- Trainer
- Writer
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ENFP Communities
Learn more about ENFPs from the ENFPs themselves by joining a group, forum or e-mail list.
- ENFP-Christians - A group for Christain ENFPs to talk about their personality and how they deal with things.
- ENFP-Haven - A Yahoo Group for ENFPs, with a female touch.
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More ENFP Information
Visit these recommended ENFP profile pages for more information.
| | - ENFP Facts
http://www.discoveryourpersonality.com/enfp.h...
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