E = Extraversion:

•  their interests are directed outward

•  prefer to talk problems through

•  learn best by actually doing things

•  have many different interests, tend to stay at the surface

•  tend to first speak and act, think later

I = Introversion

•  their interests are directed inward

•  prefer to think problems through

•  learn best through reflection and mental “exercise”

•  have few interests, but go into depth

•  tend to first think before speaking or acting

S = Sensing

•  concentrate on the real, existing things

•  like practical applications

•  are interested in concrete facts and notice details

•  notice and remember details

•  enjoy the present

•  rely on their experience

N = Intuition

•  concentrate on the overall picture, the opportunities

•  like intuition

•  are abstract and theoretical

•  see patterns and meanings

•  enjoy anticipating the future

•  rely on their inspiration

T = Thinking

•  are guided by objective logical thinking

•  concentrate on cause and effect

•  look for logical errors

•  at work, focus on tasks

F = Feeling

•  are guided by personal values and convictions

•  concentrate on harmony with their own values other individuals' values

•  search for a common basis and common values

•  at work, support and focus on the process

J = Judging

•  want things to be decided

•  are organized and orderly

•  like to make decisions and plans

•  don't like to work under pressure

•  make their decisions as early as possible

P = Perceiving

•  like to leave their options open

•  are spontaneous and flexible

•  enjoy the process, don't make decisions unless required

•  gain energy from last-minute pressure

•  tend to leave their decisions open as long as possible