Comparing types
ISTJ
vs ISTJ
Responsible realist
INTP
Objective analyst
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
INTP gives
- Taking an innovative and intellectual approach to strategy
- Suggesting, developing, and supporting radical change when necessary
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
INTP gives
- Difficulty choosing between interesting options because they’d prefer to keep exploring them
- Suggesting impractical or unrealistic ideas
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
INTP gives
- Analyzing problems to find quick solutions
- Organizing their thoughts to create logical systems
- Seeking objective truth
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
INTP gives
- A logical approach to problem-solving
- An openness to new ideas
- Curiosity about and willingness to explore different options