This is the 1st of four courses on the Myers-Briggs / Jungian psychological types.
You have likely heard about the 16 types in some way, such as ESTJ or INFP. The letters stand for Extraverting vs. Introverting, Sensing vs. Intuiting, Thinking vs. Feeling, and Judging vs. Perceiving. Each dimension is a preference, like how we use both our hands but favor one in a lead role. When we weigh all four preferences, we get 16 basic types.
As you will discover, “type” is not about boxes. Instead, type provides a lens to see yourself and others, a language to talk about similarities and differences, and a lever to be more productive with your career, relationships, and life in general.
Even if you come here feeling that you know your 4-letter code already, it is worth it to start with a solid foundation. You will get a professional overview from an expert with 30 years of experience, research, and publications. You will hear from eight other professionals who are coaches and consultants. Also, you will learn how to use a free, highly-validated questionnaire to help you find your best-fit type.
All of the definitions and materials are based in research studies, including over a decade of neuro-imaging. In fact, you will get the latest progress: The 4 brain-based subtypes that result in 64 variants, not just 16 types!
The course takes on a journey of three acts: 1) history and mindset, 2) finding your best-fit type and subtype, and 3) applications for careers and relationships, plus a test of your skills to profile others. The last part is of course the heart of any framework: how to apply an idea to live better.
All along the way are handouts and book excerpts for self-reflection.