By Donna Dunning

We all have different ways of solving problems and making decisions. People with ENFP preferences have their own distinct, strengths and challenges.

Strengths

ENFPs

• Can see many possibilities and options

• Think “out of the box” and may come up with new solutions or actions that others might not have considered

• Use flexible thinking that allows them to see and imagine other’s perspectives and points of view

• Are aware of and sensitive to how others may be affected

• Are comfortable making compromises to create a win/win outcome

Challenges

ENFPs

• May hesitate to decide, as they dislike eliminating options and losing flexibility

• When deciding, may not pay enough attention to the specific facts and details

• Prefer to move forward and explore new ideas rather than follow through with what has been started

Cautions

• Others may become frustrated when the ENFP keeps options open, especially if the other people would rather decide and act

• Since ENFPs generally think out loud, others may think the ENFP is making a conclusion about something when they are simply coming up with an option

• ENFPs may be swayed by personal circumstances and less interested in logically analyzing the situation

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