MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE INVENTORY

TPE ENF-A / ENFP-T

PERSONALITY (“CAMPAIGNER”)
Summary
The Campaigner personality is a true free spirit. They are often the life of the party, but
unlike types in the Explorer Role group, Campaigners are less interested in the sheer
excitement and pleasure of the moment than they are in enjoying the social and
emotional connections they make with others. Charming, independent, energetic and
compassionate, the 7% of the population that they comprise can certainly be felt in any
crowd.

More than just sociable people-pleasers though, Campaigners, like all their Diplomat
cousins, are shaped by their Intuitive (N) quality, allowing them to read between the
lines with curiosity and energy. They tend to see life as a big, complex puzzle where
everything is connected – but unlike Analyst personality types, who tend to see that
puzzle as a series of systemic machinations, Campaigners see it through a prism of
emotion, compassion and mysticism, and are always looking for a deeper meaning.

Many other types are likely to find these qualities irresistible, and if they’ve found a
cause that sparks their imagination, Campaigners will bring an energy that oftentimes
thrusts them into the spotlight, held up by their peers as a leader and a guru – but this
isn’t always where independence-loving Campaigners want to be. Worse still if they find
themselves beset by the administrative tasks and routine maintenance that can
accompany a leadership position. Campaigners’ self-esteem is dependent on their
ability to come up with original solutions, and they need to know that they have the
freedom to be innovative – they can quickly lose patience or become dejected if they
get trapped in a boring role.
Strengths

● Curious – When it comes to new ideas, Campaigners aren’t interested in brooding – they want to
go out and experience things, and don’t hesitate to step out of their comfort zones to do so.
Campaigners are imaginative and open-minded, seeing all things as part of a big, mysterious
puzzle called life.
● Observant – Campaigners believe that there are no irrelevant actions, that every shift in
sentiment, every move and every idea is part of something bigger. To satisfy their curiosity,
Campaigners try to notice all of these things, and to never miss a moment.
● Energetic and Enthusiastic – As they observe, forming new connections and ideas, Campaigners
won’t hold their tongues – they’re excited about their findings, and share them with anyone
who’ll listen. This infectious enthusiasm has the dual benefit of giving Campaigners a chance to
make more social connections, and of giving them a new source of information and experience, as
they fit their new friends’ opinions into their existing ideas.
● Excellent Communicators – It’s a good thing that Campaigners have such strong people skills, or
they’d never express these ideas. Campaigners enjoy both small talk and deep, meaningful
conversations, which are just two sides of the same coin for them, and are adept at steering
conversations towards their desired subjects in ways that feel completely natural and unforced.
● Know How to Relax – It’s not all “nature of the cosmos” discussions with Campaigners – people
with this personality type know that sometimes, nothing is as important as simply having fun and
experiencing life’s joys. That Intuitive trait lets Campaigners know that it’s time to shake things
up, and these wild bursts of enthusiastic energy can surprise even their closest friends.
● Very Popular and Friendly – All this adaptability and spontaneity comes together to form a
person who is approachable, interesting and exciting, with a cooperative and altruistic spirit and
friendly, empathetic disposition. Campaigners get along with pretty much everyone, and their
circles of friends stretch far and wide.

Weaknesses

● Poor Practical Skills – When it comes to conceiving ideas and starting projects, especially
involving other people, Campaigners have exceptional talent. Unfortunately their skill with
upkeep, administration, and follow-through on those projects struggles. Without more hands-on
people to help push day-to-day things along, Campaigners’ ideas are likely to remain just that –
ideas.
 ● Find it Difficult to Focus – Campaigners are natural explorers of interpersonal connections and
philosophy, but this backfires when what needs to be done is that TPS report sitting right in front
of them. It’s hard for Campaigners to maintain interest as tasks drift towards routine,
administrative matters, and away from broader concepts.
● Overthink Things – Campaigners don’t take things at face value – they look for underlying
motives in even the simplest things. It’s not uncommon for Campaigners to lose a bit of sleep
asking themselves why someone did what they did, what it might mean, and what to do about it.
● Get Stressed Easily – All this overthinking isn’t just for their own benefit – Campaigners,
especially Turbulent ones, are very sensitive, and care deeply about others’ feelings. A
consequence of their popularity is that others often look to them for guidance and help, which
takes time, and it’s easy to see why Campaigners sometimes get overwhelmed, especially when
they can’t say yes to every request.
● Highly Emotional – While emotional expression is healthy and natural, with Campaigners even
viewing it as a core part of their identity, it can come out strongly enough to cause problems for
this personality type. Particularly when under stress, criticism or conflict, Campaigners can
experience emotional bursts that are counter-productive at best.
● Independent to a Fault – Campaigners loathe being micromanaged and restrained by
heavy-handed rules – they want to be seen as highly independent masters of their own fates, even
possessors of an altruistic wisdom that goes beyond draconian law. The challenge for
Campaigners is that they live in a world of checks and balances, a pill they are not happy to
swallow.

CAREERS

● Chief among Campaigners’ talents is their people skills, a quality that is even more valuable now
than ever. Even in traditional Analyst strongholds like engineering, systems analysis and the
sciences, Campaigners’ ability to network and match the communication styles of their audience
means that even as they explore new challenges on their own, they will be able to work with
others, explore others’ perspectives and glean new insights into their projects. Much of modern
progress stems from incorporating other studies into typically disassociated fields, and no one is
better equipped to merge broad interests than talented, energetic and future-minded Campaigners.
● Where Campaigners do not shine is in systems of strict regimentation and hierarchy, such as
military service. Campaigners thrive on the ability to question the status quo and explore the
alternatives, and if this is a quality that is not just unappreciated but actually frowned upon, this
will not only make them unhappy, but it may even threaten their emotional stability. Repetition,
predictability, boredom… while some Sentinel types may appreciate predictability and clear
hierarchies, these are not selling points for Campaigners. People with the Campaigner personality
type need to feel like they’re pushing boundaries and exploring ideas, and should focus on
interests and careers that encourage that.
 ● Many more career options satisfy these needs, and not just the scientific ones – writing,
journalism, acting and TV reporting all give Campaigners a chance to explore something new
every day and stir the pot a little while they’re at it. It may come to pass though, that the best way
forward for Campaigner personalities is to establish themselves as entrepreneurs and consultants,
blazing their own trails and taking on whatever project is most fascinating. So long as they get to
use their people skills, identify and achieve their own goals and inspire their colleagues and
followers, Campaigners will be happy.

WORKPLACE HABITS

● There are two basic things that Campaigners seek most in the workplace: The chance to explore
new ideas, and the chance to conduct that exploration alongside other people who share their
excitement. These qualities show through at all levels of hierarchy, though much like other
Diplomat personality types, Campaigners would prefer that there be hardly a hierarchy at all.
People with the Campaigner personality type possess warmth, creativity, and an open-mindedness
that makes them excellent listeners. If these qualities are recognized by their employers, they will
always be able to count on their Campaigner employees to innovate and boost morale.

Campaigner Subordinates:

● Campaigners are growth-oriented, and as subordinates they’ll impress their managers

with their creativity and adaptability. People with the Campaigner personality type are
excellent listeners, able to analyze and understand others’ perspectives effortlessly. It’s
perhaps this quality that most makes Campaigners intolerant of micromanagement – the
way they see it, they understand what’s been asked of them, and all they require is the
freedom to accomplish their task. If this need isn’t met, managers may find a quickly
stressed Campaigner subordinate.

Campaigner Colleagues:

● Campaigners are people-people, and as far as the workplace is concerned, this quality shows
through best among colleagues. More than just coworkers, Campaigners view their colleagues as
friends, people who they take a genuine interest in, providing support and cheer when they’re
 down or stressed. People with the Campaigner personality type are warm and optimistic, always
searching for and usually finding win-win situations for everyone.

Brainstorms among equals are Campaigners’ forte, and they listen to different viewpoints and
suggestions not just with tolerance, but genuine excitement. Their ability to relax and have fun
will always make them popular around the water cooler, but what sets Campaigners apart is that
they can transition that popularity into natural leadership, instinctively picking up on colleagues’
motivations and pulling their teams together, pushing them forward towards whatever truth
they’ve been tasked to find.

Campaigner Managers:

● Campaigners are not great fans of heavy hierarchy and bureaucracy, and this is most evident
when they take on the role of manager. As managers, Campaigner personalities behave much like
they do as colleagues – they establish real friendships, and use their broad popularity to inspire
and motivate, taking on the role of leader, working alongside their subordinates, rather than
shouting from behind their desks. Campaigners will tend to believe in the concept of intrinsic
motivation, the idea that things are worth doing for their own sake, not because of some
convoluted system of punishments and rewards.

CONCLUSION
● Few personality types are as creative and charismatic as Campaigners. Known for their idealism
and enthusiasm, Campaigners are good at dealing with unexpected challenges and brightening the
lives of those around them. Campaigners’ imagination is invaluable in many areas, including their
own personal growth.
● Yet Campaigners can be easily tripped up in areas where idealism and kindness are more of a
liability than an asset. Whether it is finding (or keeping) a partner, staying calm under pressure,
reaching dazzling heights on the career ladder or making difficult decisions, Campaigners need to
put in a conscious effort to develop their weaker traits and additional skills.