Getting to know each other
Since we have so many people who not only frequent this blog, but also post, I thought it would be good for us to take an opportunity to get familiar with each other. I know that these tests are not always accurate, but I did find this particular one helpful. It seems to ask the right questions. Anyway, here is my profile. Click on this link, take the test, get the code and then post yours in a response below so that we can see yours! It is really easy.
Notice, I am an “Originator, Intellectual.” Oh yeah. I am telling my wife.
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Nick N. on 22 Sep 2007 at 1:41 pm #
I’m an ‘Examiner’
http://nicknorelli.mypersonality.info/
Lisa R on 22 Sep 2007 at 1:58 pm #
Help! I came out high on thinking but obviously I’m not too good at it. I wanted to post my results as you did but I can’t figure out how to do it. But the skinny is I am an Engineer/intellectual, highest bar on the left side was “thinking” and highest bar on the right side was “perceiving”. Lowest was “feelings”…yikes!
C Michael Patton on 22 Sep 2007 at 1:59 pm #
Nick, you are “Protector” as well! Didn’t you find the code to post this as a picture?
Lisa R on 22 Sep 2007 at 2:15 pm #
I’ll have to follow Nick’s lead for now and post the link
http://lrobinson.mypersonality.info.
Nick N. on 22 Sep 2007 at 2:27 pm #
Michael,
Didn’t know there was code to post it as a pic, but now that you mentioned it I found it. If this works then feel free to delete my first comment and just post this… If this doesn’t work then I am hopelessly lost
1 minutes later…
Didn’t work!!! I’m guessing that you can’t post that particular html code in the comments section.
Oh, and thanks for pointing out that I’m a ‘protector’ as well
7 minutes later…
This edit feature rocks!
By the way… Did you notice the Famous ISTJs? Bruce Wayne and Darth Vader — It doesn’t get better than that!!!
May the force be with you…
djohn on 22 Sep 2007 at 2:34 pm #
Funny being equated with the Apostle Thomas
dennis on 22 Sep 2007 at 2:37 pm #
http://www.mypersonality.info/account-badge-create/
dennis
YnottonY on 22 Sep 2007 at 2:41 pm #
Hi Michael,
You may want to change your spelling of opportunity as “oppertunity”
Otherwise, your personality profile may not be justified in saying you’re “perceptive,” “thinking,” and an “intellectual.” But, given that spelling, it sure does seem that you are an “originator” lol jk
Tony
p.s. Make sure to tell your wife about that spelling.
C Michael Patton on 22 Sep 2007 at 2:41 pm #
Nick, what is the famous ISTJs?
stevemoore on 22 Sep 2007 at 2:48 pm #
Hmmm… I’ve taken similar tests before and haven’t quite scored like this. Let’s see if the link will work…
[url=http://smoore.mypersonality.info][img]http://badges.mypersonality.info/badge/0/2/21362.png[/img][/url]
C Michael Patton on 22 Sep 2007 at 3:06 pm #
Originator did come first!
Lisa R on 22 Sep 2007 at 3:09 pm #
Sorry for the multiple posts but I’m apparently having some difficulty. Gosh, I couldn’t even get the link right but here it is. I’m an INTP…like Einstein! Although I suspect Einstein wouldn’t have had so much trouble posting a simple test result.
http://lrobinson.mypersonality.info/
dennis on 22 Sep 2007 at 3:14 pm #
djohn on 22 Sep 2007 at 3:55 pm #
edit blog button
ISTJ The examiner http://djohn.mypersonality.info/
Bill L on 22 Sep 2007 at 4:02 pm #
I got the same as Nick but much more judgmental
I don’t mind being a Darth Vadar type but I’m somewhat offended by the Fred Mertz comparison……I would have preferred Ricky Ricardo.
http://warthog.mypersonality.info/
kolabok21 on 22 Sep 2007 at 5:04 pm #
Pleasantly surprised, indeed
http://kolabok21.mypersonality.info
C Michael Patton on 22 Sep 2007 at 5:14 pm #
Bryant, I need you to “stategize” how to get TTP into more churches.
Nick N. on 22 Sep 2007 at 6:25 pm #
Michael,
ISTJ is my personality type. Yours is ENTP. If you click on the full (insert your personality type here) profile then you’ll see a list of famous people with your personality type. Bruce Wayne and Darth Vader were on my list. So was Joe Friday from Dragnet and George Washington, et. al.
You got Kramer from Seinfeld, Bugs Bunny, and George Carlin (God help you!) among others…
Vance on 22 Sep 2007 at 6:34 pm #
Here is mine:
http://vance.mypersonality.info/
I am an ENTJ
Very interesting test!
I will try the badge code and see how it works”
Vance on 22 Sep 2007 at 6:42 pm #
Here is mine:
http://vance.mypersonality.info/
I am an ENTJ
Very interesting test!
Lisa R on 22 Sep 2007 at 6:52 pm #
Vance, your sides are pretty balanced. No surprise there.
Vance on 22 Sep 2007 at 6:57 pm #
Of course that could mean I am boring as well!
Enterprise24 on 22 Sep 2007 at 8:28 pm #
I’m an “Examiner”, ISTJ
http://enterprise24.mypersonality.info/
Saint and Sinner on 22 Sep 2007 at 8:33 pm #
Here I am:
http://saintandsinner.mypersonality.info/
ISTJ- The Examiner
“ISTJs are responsible, loyal and hard working. They have an acute sense of right and wrong and work hard at preserving established norms and traditions. Because of their deep sense of duty they are dedicated to everything they do and are very dependable. ISTJs care deeply for those closest to them.”
Lisa R on 22 Sep 2007 at 8:34 pm #
Vance, I think Michael would disagree. And if you’re ever tempted to go down the ennui trail, just shake things up a bit with a little OE/YE convo. Oh and then there’s the whole C vs. A thing…but we won’t go there.
C Michael Patton on 22 Sep 2007 at 8:35 pm #
Wow…a lot of introverts. No wonder you guys never answer the phone when I call.
I wish I was Bruce Wayne
Lisa R on 22 Sep 2007 at 8:45 pm #
But what could be better than Bugs Bunny…witty and intuitive.
Saint and Sinner on 22 Sep 2007 at 8:51 pm #
Alright! Darth Vader is on my list.
http://www.the-earchives.com/scripts/download.asp?id=1562
tnahas on 22 Sep 2007 at 9:19 pm #
Michael,
I am ahead of ya bro! I’m the “Overseer”. You are now accountable to me!!
check it out: http://tnahas.mypersonality.info/
Taffy
Lincoln Bovee on 22 Sep 2007 at 9:23 pm #
…another ISTJ at your service…
http://lbovee.mypersonality.info
C Michael Patton on 22 Sep 2007 at 9:27 pm #
Yeah, Overseer “Princess Leia.”
I taking that with me to ETS this year!
Lisa R on 22 Sep 2007 at 9:34 pm #
Forget about the Introverts. Where are all the “P” people? Am I the only one? Oh and then there’s Michael. Talk about a minority.
Vance on 22 Sep 2007 at 9:51 pm #
Yeah, I am right on the cusp of “P” and “T”, a little more intuition and Michael and I would have the same profile.
Wayne Leman on 23 Sep 2007 at 12:23 am #
Still ISFJ, after many years of taking the Myers-Briggs and shorter tests like this one. Here is my html code, but I’m not sure it is going to display:
It was not easy to locate that html code. Hmm, it’s not displaying, so I’ll just include a link to my profile:
http://wleman.mypersonality.info/
(Hi Dan, now you can see how I was able to do so much detail work on a project which has great “net” profit.)
Nick N. on 23 Sep 2007 at 1:01 am #
Lisa,
Bruce Wayne could be better than Bugs Bunny (and in fact is!)
Cheryl on 23 Sep 2007 at 6:08 am #
Okay, Michael, here you go….. And thanks for sharing this site. Do you know how much we pay in HR to do these kinds of tests?! And btw, you can definitely tell by mine that I belong in HR!! And also you and I are too much alike. Except for your intuitive nature and my “sensing” nature, we are side by side.
JoanieD on 23 Sep 2007 at 6:31 am #
http://joaniemaine.mypersonality.info/
I am an INFJ (Confidant/Visionary), which it says only 1% of the population is.
http://www.mypersonality.info/personality-types/infj/
That page describes my type and some of what it says is:
“INFJs are gentle, caring, complex and highly intuitive individuals. Artistic and creative, they live in a world of hidden meanings and possibilities. Only one percent of the population has an INFJ Personality Type, making it the most rare of all the types.”
“”…desire to contribute to the welfare of others and genuinely enjoy helping their companions. Although Counsleors tend to be private, sensitive people, and are not generally visible leaders, they nevertheless work quite intensely with those close to them, quietly exerting their influence behind the scenes…”
I have trouble taking these tests, because I am one way in some situations and the other way in other situations and it “bugs” me to have to pick one! Must have something to do with my personality type, huh.
Hey, I see Cheryl figured out how to show her chart. Let me see if I can do that too:
Joanie D.
Joanie D.
Lisa R on 23 Sep 2007 at 7:27 am #
Nick, at least you all’s characters have some spunk. Who do I get?…Data and Filburt
Dr Fin on 23 Sep 2007 at 7:37 am #
Sometimes it’s INFP, sometimes INTP: depends upon the role or environment in which I imagine myself.
Nick N. on 23 Sep 2007 at 10:05 am #
How on earth did you guys get the pics in the comments???
LOL @ Lisa…
Dr Fin on 23 Sep 2007 at 12:16 pm #
When I put the code at the beginning of my comment, it didn’t display; so I moved it to the bottom. Worked for me but maybe not for all.
Cheryl on 23 Sep 2007 at 12:31 pm #
Hey Michael,
Whoever Ynottony (Tony) is telling you to spell opportunity incorrectly,
Now DON’T YOU LISTEN! I’ve finally gotten you to spell it correctly and
I don’t want to have to edit you on that word again!!
Cheryl
irreverend fox on 23 Sep 2007 at 1:07 pm #
Lisa R on 23 Sep 2007 at 5:12 pm #
Thanks Nick. Has anyone else noticed that Jung’s descriptions are not very complimentary? Maybe its just me.
Claudette Nicholas on 24 Sep 2007 at 2:27 am #
What a neat test! I’m an INTJ……a strategist, intellectual.
I spent so much time playing around with the font and the colors, but couldn’t figure out how to get the badge on here. Some intellectual, huh?
Claudette
Gerry R on 24 Sep 2007 at 9:14 am #
Another ISTJ! 100% Introvert (and proud of it). Hmmmm. What’s the deal with all of us Examiner/Protectors drawn to P&P Michael?
jntowers on 24 Sep 2007 at 9:35 am #
Donald Duck and Hoss Cartwright are the only two I think I like being associated with on my list…
[url=http://ntowers.mypersonality.info][img]http://badges.mypersonality.info/badge/0/2/21663.png[/img][/url]
Bill B on 24 Sep 2007 at 9:45 am #
Strategist, Intellictual INTJ lumped in with Hannibal Lector and Mr. Burns!
jntowers on 24 Sep 2007 at 9:49 am #
ESFJ (supporter/protector) - strong on all but the F.
I’m like Donald Duck… guess that’s a good thing…
Jon Sidnell on 24 Sep 2007 at 10:06 am #
I’m consistently INFP on these things:
Apparently that makes me a “Dreamer” - http://www.mypersonality.info/personality-types/infp/
Among other people, that makes me like Calvin (of cartoon fame), Wesley Crusher, Tommy Pickles (Rugrats), Apostle John and E.T. Curious about how they came up with some of those, but never mind.
Carrie Hunter on 24 Sep 2007 at 11:31 am #
Oh my this looks REALLLLLLLLLLLLLY Good, seeing as how you are my boss Michael….
“ISTJs are responsible, loyal and hard working. They have an acute sense of right and wrong and work hard at preserving established norms and traditions. Because of their deep sense of duty they are dedicated to everything they do and are very dependable. ISTJs care deeply for those closest to them.”
Greg on 24 Sep 2007 at 3:15 pm #
I suppose “getting to know each other” is a great place for my second post. I took these tests a few months ago, but just now took the time to figure out the badging. Good to see some other INTJs around!
Michael, I first found your blog in a roundabout way. Later I was surprised in one of your personal notes that you lived in Frisco. Then I searched and found your bio. If I got on the roof of my house, I could see Stonebriar Church. It’s a small world.
Edit to try badging again, at the end. I’m also directly at http://gvaughn.mypersonality.info
John B. (a.k.a. TempusFugit_TTP) on 24 Sep 2007 at 3:25 pm #
Michael,
Well, like I said before, I am cursed with a technical background. Does this mean that I get voted off the island?
Patrick759 on 24 Sep 2007 at 6:58 pm #
Many respoinses seemed self contradictory but it appears to h ave my number or is that just wishful thinking
Nick N. on 24 Sep 2007 at 7:28 pm #
This is the last time I’m gonna try this!
[url=http://nicknorelli.mypersonality.info][img]http://badges.mypersonality.info/badge/0/2/21354.png[/img][/url]
Joanie D on 26 Sep 2007 at 7:21 pm #
Gee, I still remain the only INFJ (Confidant/Visionary) posting here so far. I guess that makes me an “odd ball” huh? If it’s true that only 1 out of 100 people is an INFJ, I guess it makes sense that not many are posting here.
(Hey, I saw where someone above said they put the code as the very last thing on their post and it worked. So I put my name above the code and I see it worked this time. Yay! But I do see other folks were able to put it in the middle of their comments. Oh well, it worked.)
I posted more about my “type” up in post #37. I think in the past when I did the Myers-Briggs test, I was an INFP or an INTP.
Joanie D.
Ted on 27 Sep 2007 at 11:26 am #
I use this test with my therapy clients a lot. I’ve found it helpful, especially the Personal Growth sections on http://www.personalitypage.com
Ted on 28 Sep 2007 at 3:37 am #
Joanie-
Thanks for the tip about the code from another INFJ.
Ted
Jason on 03 Oct 2007 at 2:26 pm #
It’s not working for me.
Jason on 03 Oct 2007 at 2:29 pm #
Jason on 03 Oct 2007 at 2:43 pm #
I give up.
PaulM on 06 Oct 2007 at 8:42 pm #
Michael, this is Kelly posting under Paul’s account. I have had a long term interest in the Myers-Briggs typing. It’s bad….I go around ‘typing’ everyone I interact with! I guess I’m not good at it, though. I had you solidly pegged for an ENFP, an idealist rather than a rational. Wow! As an INTJ, I do not like to be wrong on these things!
For a really interesting read with lots of information Please Understand Me II is a great book on this typing.
C Michael Patton on 06 Oct 2007 at 9:51 pm #
Oh…I am an idealist at hear!
Rick C on 20 Oct 2007 at 11:26 pm #
Am I logged in?
If so, my first post here (Hello).
I’m an INTP and tested out almost exactly the same as Michael, except I was about 68% Introverted (whenhe’s on the E-side of things, that way).
Famous INTP’s:
Pascal, Darwin, Descartes, Aristotle….
Frank Zappa…Bob Newhart, lol
Okay, I’ll stick with Pascal this go-round.
Rick