isFp - Students - University of Saskatchewan
isFp - Students - University of Saskatchewan isFp - Students - University of Saskatchewan
2 Myers-Briggs Type indicaTor (MBTI®) isFp and school Learning The ISFP student will often… • Learn most effectively through practical application and hands-on experience • Struggle with traditional teaching that focuses on theory or abstract thinking • Be interested in topics that pertain to people • Prefer adaptable professors that present material in a clear manner • Doubt implications of good test scores and underestimate their capabilities • Prefer a quiet study environment Writing Student Employment & Career Centre ISTJ ISFJ INFJ INTJ ISTP isFp INFP INTP ESTP ESFP ENFP ENTP ESTJ ESFJ ENFJ ENTJ The ISFP generally excels at descriptive writing that is based on what they experience. They are often inspired to write on topics that reflect their interest in nature or people. However, they may find writing on personal experiences to be difficult due to their desire for privacy. The ISFP may also struggle with logically analyzing topics. In their writing, the ISFP tends to consider their audience but should be cautious that they are not writing only to please the reader. In the writing process, the ISFP will often… • Begin by gathering and reflecting on information • Need to limit the amount of information they gather • Organize their writing based on a step-by-step process and established model • Require a quiet environment that is free of distractions • Practically apply the information that they gather • Desire positive feedback and encouragement from their audience • May need to return to the original draft to strengthen the conclusion and omit unnecessary details or stories procrastination The ISFP’s preference for keeping things open-ended tends to influence their procrastination in completing tasks. They may also avoid or put off work that is deemed irrelevant or uninteresting. At times it can also be difficult for the ISFP to delay their desire for immediate enjoyment in order to obtain long-term academic achievement. The ISFP may increase their motivation by connecting their efforts to helping people, maintaining harmony, or pleasing others. It is also important for the ISFP to outline a project plan that includes rewards. As well, the ISFP would likely decrease their procrastination by further developing their time management skills. Student Employment & Career Centre • University of Saskatchewan • 97 Campus Drive • Saskatoon SK S7N 4L3 Tel: 306-966-5003 • Fax: 306-966-5092 • E-mail: student.employ@usask.ca • Website: www.usask.ca/secc
Myers-Briggs Type indicaTor (MBTI®) isFp and career exploration An ISFP tends to find career satisfaction with careers that have the following characteristics: • Reflects their inner values and fulfills a greater purpose, meets a need, or helps others • Ensures task variety and projects of interest • Fosters a supportive, positive, and cooperative work environment • Encourages personal development • Involves a combination of independent and one-on-one work • Has limited work place politics or hidden motives • Provides freedom to choose their tasks and select their own work speed • Involves minimal procedures or strict requirements • Requires limited public presentations or leading large groups of unknown people When exploring career options, an ISFJ will often… • Gather a lot of information on different career options • Evaluate current positions but may miss future career possibilities • Need to consider their long-term career goals • Be inclined to gain experience and further understanding of a career through volunteering • Delay their decisions while they explore their options careers to consider Student Employment & Career Centre • University of Saskatchewan • 97 Campus Drive • Saskatoon SK S7N 4L3 Tel: 306-966-5003 • Fax: 306-966-5092 • E-mail: student.employ@usask.ca • Website: www.usask.ca/secc ISTJ ISFJ INFJ INTJ ISTP isFp INFP INTP ESTP ESFP ENFP ENTP ESTJ ESFJ ENFJ ENTJ The following is a list of suggested occupations that fit the qualities of an ISFP or are careers that other ISFPs have found to be satisfying. Use this list as a starting point for further investigation but do not limit your options to only this list. • Radiology Technologist • Medical Assistant • Nurse • Physical Therapist • Massage Therapist • Dental Hygienist/Assistant • Veterinary Assistant • Animal Groomer/Trainer • Crisis Hotline Operator • Teacher: Elementary/ Science • Carpenter • Mechanic • Surveyor • Police Officer • Forester • Geologist • Cleaning Services • Clerical Supervisor • Waiter/Waitress • Computer Operator • Bookkeeper • Legal Secretary • Typist • Storekeepers & Clerks • Operatives: All types • Gardener • Botanist • Fashion Designer • Beautician • Tapestry Worker • Interior Designer • Landscape Designer • Jeweler • Potter • Painter • Dancer • Chef/Cook For information on a specific career, check out www.saskjobfutures.ca or www.alis.gov.ab.ca Student Employment & Career Centre 3
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Myers-Briggs Type indicaTor (MBTI®)<br />
<strong>isFp</strong> and school<br />
Learning<br />
The ISFP student will <strong>of</strong>ten…<br />
• Learn most effectively through practical application and hands-on experience<br />
• Struggle with traditional teaching that focuses on theory or abstract thinking<br />
• Be interested in topics that pertain to people<br />
• Prefer adaptable pr<strong>of</strong>essors that present material in a clear manner<br />
• Doubt implications <strong>of</strong> good test scores and underestimate their capabilities<br />
• Prefer a quiet study environment<br />
Writing<br />
Student Employment & Career Centre<br />
ISTJ ISFJ INFJ INTJ<br />
ISTP <strong>isFp</strong> INFP INTP<br />
ESTP ESFP ENFP ENTP<br />
ESTJ ESFJ ENFJ ENTJ<br />
The ISFP generally excels at descriptive writing that is based on what they experience. They are <strong>of</strong>ten inspired to write<br />
on topics that reflect their interest in nature or people. However, they may find writing on personal experiences to be<br />
difficult due to their desire for privacy. The ISFP may also struggle with logically analyzing topics. In their writing, the<br />
ISFP tends to consider their audience but should be cautious that they are not writing only to please the reader.<br />
In the writing process, the ISFP will <strong>of</strong>ten…<br />
• Begin by gathering and reflecting on information<br />
• Need to limit the amount <strong>of</strong> information they gather<br />
• Organize their writing based on a step-by-step process and established model<br />
• Require a quiet environment that is free <strong>of</strong> distractions<br />
• Practically apply the information that they gather<br />
• Desire positive feedback and encouragement from their audience<br />
• May need to return to the original draft to strengthen the conclusion and omit unnecessary details or stories<br />
procrastination<br />
The ISFP’s preference for keeping things open-ended tends to influence their procrastination in completing tasks.<br />
They may also avoid or put <strong>of</strong>f work that is deemed irrelevant or uninteresting. At times it can also be difficult for the<br />
ISFP to delay their desire for immediate enjoyment in order to obtain long-term academic achievement. The ISFP may<br />
increase their motivation by connecting their efforts to helping people, maintaining harmony, or pleasing others. It is<br />
also important for the ISFP to outline a project plan that includes rewards. As well, the ISFP would likely decrease their<br />
procrastination by further developing their time management skills.<br />
Student Employment & Career Centre • <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Saskatchewan</strong> • 97 Campus Drive • Saskatoon SK S7N 4L3<br />
Tel: 306-966-5003 • Fax: 306-966-5092 • E-mail: student.employ@usask.ca • Website: www.usask.ca/secc
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