Personality Type

INFJ-A (Advocate)

Mind

INTROVERTED 65%
EXTRAVERTED 35%

Energy

OBSERVANT 16%
INTUITIVE 84%

Nature

FEELING 70%
THINKING 30%

Tactics

PROSPECTING 36%
JUDGING 64%

Identity

TURBULENT 43%
ASSERTIVE 57%

Introduction

In business, time is money (on both sides of the fence). Finding the perfect employment match means transparency must be present as soon as possible. I’m sharing about myself to expedite the matching process.

About Personality Types (MBTI)

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is one of the most widely used tools in the world for understanding personality. It’s based on the psychological theories of Carl Jung and classifies individuals into 16 distinct personality types based on four key dimensions: how we focus our attention (Introversion vs. Extraversion), how we take in information (Sensing vs. Intuition), how we make decisions (Thinking vs. Feeling), and how we structure our world (Judging vs. Perceiving).

I fall into the INFJ category — often called “The Advocate” — with an Assertive identity (A). This means I tend to be introspective, intuitive, values-driven, organized, and confident in my vision of how things could be better, both for individuals and for the greater world.

According to Kendra Cherry, of verywellmind.com, in her article titled INFJ: The Advocate (Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Judging) An Overview of the INFJ Personality Type, she provides an in-depth explanation of what an INFJ is1. The following information are some interesting highlights from that article.

Key INFJ Characteristics

With their strong sense of intuition and emotional understanding, INFJs can be soft-spoken and empathetic. This does not mean that they are push-over’s, however. They have deeply held beliefs and an ability to act decisively in order to get what they want.

While they are introverted by nature, people with this personality type are able to form strong, meaningful connections with other people. They enjoy helping others, but they also need time and space to recharge.

While this personality type may be characterized by idealism, this does not mean that INFJs see the world through rose-colored glasses. They understand the world, both the good and the bad, and hope to be able to make it better.

When it comes to making decisions, they place a greater emphasis on personal concerns than objective facts when making decisions. They also like to exert control by planning, organizing and making decisions as early as possible.

Strengths

Weaknesses
  • Sensitive to the needs of others
  • Reserved
  • Highly creative and artistic
  • Focused on the future
  • Values close, deep relationships
  • Enjoys thinking about the meaning of life
  • Idealistic
  • Can be overly sensitive
  • Sometimes difficult to get to know
  • Can have overly high expectations
  • Stubborn
  • Dislikes confrontation

INFJs You Might Know

  • Oprah Winfey, television personality
  • Martin Luther King, Jr., civil rights leader
  • Atticus Finch, To Kill a Mockingbird
  • Carl Jung, psychoanalyst
  • Taylor Swift, musician

Career Paths

INFJs do well in careers where they can express their creativity. Because people with INFJ personality have such deeply held convictions and values, they do particularly well in jobs that support these principles. INFJs often do best in careers that mix their need for creativity with their desire to make meaningful changes in the world.

INFJs are usually high achievers and excel in academics and the workplace. They can be perfectionists at times and tend to put a great deal of effort into their work. Co-workers tend to feel that INFJs are hardworking, positive, and easy to get along with. Because they are introverted, however, they may find that they need to retreat at times to recharge.
In managerial roles, INFJs can sometimes struggle to exert authority. They tend to lead with sensitivity and are good at helping subordinates feel appreciated in the workplace. Jobs that require a great deal of routine or adherence to strict rules can be difficult or INFJs.

How I Recharge

As someone deeply engaged in meaningful work, I also prioritize meaningful rest. I recharge through quiet reflection, deep learning, yoga, meditation, spending time in nature, and writing. These practices ground me, replenish my focus, and allow me to show up fully present for those I work with.

Strengths & Motivations (Gallup StrengthsFinder)

In addition to my INFJ-A personality profile, I’ve completed the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, which provides an even deeper view into how I think, lead, and move through the world.

These are my top five strengths:

  • Connectedness

    I see the profound interweaving of all things. I don’t believe in coincidences. Every encounter, every decision, every outcome — all are linked by unseen threads. This sense of universal connection shapes my approach to work, relationships, and life itself.

  • Strategic

    I naturally cut through complexity to find the clearest, most effective path forward. I can intuit patterns where others may see confusion, and I take joy in crafting thoughtful, adaptable plans that align with both short-term realities and long-term goals.

  • Developer

    Growth is sacred to me. I find fulfillment in helping people, ideas, and systems evolve into their best forms. Every small step forward is a victory. I recognize potential where others might overlook it, and I take genuine joy in nurturing it to fruition.

  • Learner

    Learning isn’t just a skill — it’s a way of being. I have a constant drive to expand my knowledge and understanding, whether through formal education, experience, or personal exploration. New ideas fuel my creativity and invigorate my work.

  • Restorative

    I am energized by challenges. I am drawn to identifying what’s broken — in systems, in relationships, in processes — and finding ways to repair and strengthen them. Rather than shy away from complexity, I see it as an invitation to heal and improve.

Words That Resonate With Me

“The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” – Rumi

“In a gentle way, you can shake the world.” – Gandhi

“The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” – Pablo Picasso

These words capture not just how I aspire to live, but how I view the work we are all invited to do — to heal, uplift, and create lasting good.

Where I Thrive

I do my best work in environments that value thoughtful collaboration, quiet innovation, ethical leadership, and a commitment to making meaningful contributions.

I appreciate clear expectations, open communication, and missions that matter — spaces where kindness and clarity are both treasured.

What This Means in Practice:

When you work with me, you’ll find someone who:

  • Seeks to understand and uplift those around me

  • Creates strategies rooted in meaning and long-term vision

  • Believes challenges are not roadblocks but opportunities for evolution

  • Invests in learning and improving, continually and joyfully

  • Approaches work — and life — with a spirit of unity, purpose, and quiet resilience

Both my INFJ-A Advocate nature and my Gallup strengths point to the same core truth:

I am here to build, heal, create, and connect — to leave the places and people I touch stronger, wiser, and more whole.

Words That Reflect Me

#Connectedness
#StrategicMind
#GrowthChampion
#InnerVision
#ProblemSolver
#QuietStrength
#EmpatheticLeader
#CreativeThinker
#PurposeDriven
#ContinuousLearner
#HeartAndMind
#RestorativeEnergy
#DepthOverSpeed
#MeaningfulWork
#SystemsThinker
#VisionaryBuilder

Final Reflection

I believe that the true work of any profession — and any life — is to leave things better than we found them, whether that’s a project, a team, a system, or a single life.

Thank you for taking the time to understand how I move through the world. I look forward to building something meaningful together.

Footnotes

  1. Cherry, K. (2019, January 04). INFJ: The Advocate (Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Judging) An Overview of the INFJ Personality Type. Retrieved June 25, 2019, from https://www.verywellmind.com/infj-introverted-intuitive-feeling-judging-2795978

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