ISTP - The Crafter

Personality Type Cross-reference

• Type 6 - The Loyalist

• Temperament Type - Sanguine
• Animal Type - Golden Retriever
• DISC Type - Steadiness
• Socio-Communicative Type - Amiable
• True Colors - Orange
• Color Code - Yellow
• Personality Compass - South

Dominant Function - Introverted Thinking

• ISTPs spend a great deal of time thinking and dealing with information in their heads.
• This means they do not spend much time expressing themselves verbally, so they are often known as being quiet.
• It may seem like the ISTP's approach to decision-making is very haphazard.
• Yet, their actions are based upon careful observation and thought.
• They deal with the world rationally and logically, so they are often focused on practical and useful things.
• Because they are so logical, ISTPs are good at looking at situations objectively and avoiding subjective or emotional factors when making decisions.
• People with this personality type can be difficult to get to know, often because they focus so much on action and results rather than emotions.

Auxiliary Function - Extraverted Sensing

• ISTPs prefer to focus on the present and take on things one day at a time.
• They often avoid making long-term commitments and would rather focus on the "here and now" rather than think about plans and possibilities.
• ISTPs tend to be very logical and enjoy learning and understanding how things operate.
• They might take apart a mechanical device to see how it works.
• While they are good at understanding abstract and theoretical information, they are not particularly interested in such things unless they can see some practical application.

Tertiary Function - Introverted Intuition

• This function often operates unconsciously in the ISTP personality. While they are not usually interested in abstract ideas, they may take such concepts and try to turn them into action or practical solutions.
• It is this function that is behind the "gut feelings" that ISTP sometimes experience when making a decision.
• By synthesizing information brought in by the dominant and auxiliary functions, this aspect of personality may be responsible for sudden "aha" moments of insight

Inferior Function - Extraverted Feeling

• This aspect of personality tends to operate in the background of the ISTP personality, but it can become more apparent during stress.
• During highly charged situations, ISTPs can sometimes lash out in sudden outbursts of emotion.
• They often ignore their feelings until things reach a boiling-over point, which can lead to displaying emotions in ways that can seem inappropriate.

Traits

• ISTPs are independent, adaptable, and objective.
• They are often described as quiet but with an easy-going attitude towards others.
• They are results-oriented.
• While they have little respect for rules imposed upon them, ISTPs strictly follow their own set of internal rules.
• If someone violates the principles that the ISTP holds in high regard, they become hostile and stubborn.
• They are not well attuned to the emotional states of others, and they can sometimes be seen as a bit insensitive.
• They can be inconsiderate of others' boundaries at times, but they are willing to accept people encroaching on their boundaries in the same fashion.
• ISTP's primary function is Introverted Thinking which allows them to analyze data and notice inconsistencies.
• Their auxiliary function is Extraverted Sensing which makes them hands-on people who process data through their five senses.
• ISTPs enjoy new experiences and may often engage in thrill-seeking or even risk-taking behaviors.
• They often engage in risky or fast-paced hobbies such as motorcycling, hang gliding, bungee jumping, surfing, or ice hockey.
• In some cases, they may seek adventure by choosing careers such as racing, flying, or firefighting.
• They work best in an environment where they can work freely and view rules as a hindrance to their spontaneity.
• They enjoy working with their hands while evaluating a complex system.
• They enjoy deconstructing and reconstructing a system to learn better how it works.
  
• They are spontaneous and prefer reacting to the current situation rather than following a plan.
• When there is a problem, they want to understand the underlying cause and implement some solution quickly.
• They are always looking for ways to be involved in their work and thrive in all-or-nothing situations.
• ISTPs distance themselves from their own emotions, ignoring their feelings until they become overwhelming.
• Instead, they are good at keeping a cool head, maintaining objectivity, and coping with crises.
• They work well in crises because they quickly make decisions and implement their thoughts.
• While they tend to be reserved, this does not mean they do not experience strong emotions.
• They prefer to make judgments based on objective criteria rather than personal beliefs or values.

Friendships

• ISTPs tend to be curious and adventurous, but they also have a strong need to be alone sometimes.
• You can be a great friend by asking them to get out and pursue new things, but be ready to respect their need for peace when they are not feeling up to going out.

Personal Relationships

• ISTPs are quiet and reserved introverts.
• They thrive on new experiences and dislike strict routines.
• In relationships, they are highly independent and do not like to feel controlled.
• Making commitments is difficult for the ISTP, but they will put a lot of effort into relationships that interest them.
• They do not often share their emotions with other people.
• While they enjoy hearing other people's opinions, they frequently keep their opinions to themselves.
• For this reason, people sometimes describe ISTPs as difficult to get to know.
• They often find friends who enjoy similar hobbies that they do and enjoy spending time with these friends as they pursue these activities.

Partner Relationships

• Because ISTPs live so strongly now, long-term commitments can be a real challenge.
• You can strengthen your relationship with your ISTP partner by being willing to take things day to day and by respecting their fierce need for independence.

Parenting

• If you are a parent to an ISTP child, you are probably well aware of their independent, adventurous nature.
• You can encourage their confidence by providing safe and healthy opportunities for them to explore things on their own.
• Provide rules and guidance, but be careful not to hover.
• Give your child plenty of hands-on learning, outdoor adventures, and opportunities to experiment with how things work.

Careers