Comparing types
ISTJ
vs ISTJ
Responsible realist
ENTJ
Decisive strategist
Strengths
ISTJ wants
- Working hard to deliver exactly what was asked for
- Avoiding unnecessary change by clearly explaining what’s working well and what could be improved
ENTJ gives
- Providing overall vision and strategic direction
- Enthusiastically motivating others toward results
Stretches
ISTJ wants
- Being so cautious that they refuse to take risks or explore new opportunities
- Expecting others to follow rules and procedures as carefully as they do
ENTJ gives
- A lack of sensitivity to the feelings of others
- A tendency to act before they’ve considered whether what they’re doing is practical or realistic
Likes
ISTJ wants
- Focusing on facts and details that fit their interests and experience
- Applying past experience to problem-solving
- Learning new facts and information
ENTJ gives
- Taking charge to bring order to the world around them
- Being decisive and goal-oriented
- Challenging and critiquing systems to test their logic
Working together
ISTJ wants
- To know exactly what’s expected of them
- Respect for roles, responsibilities, and past achievements
- Time and space to think through details logically and make sure nothing is missed
ENTJ gives
- A clear vision for the future
- Decisive action plans
- Overall strategic direction