By Donna Dunning

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

Strengths

ESTJs

• Make a rapid logical analysis that considers the facts and realities of the immediate situation

• Take charge. Push decisions through and solve problems quickly

• Accomplish immediate practical results by deciding, acting, and then correcting if necessary

• Build on what is already working well

• Solve immediate problems in a practical way to maintain the status quo and get things up and running right away

Challenges

ESTJs

• May rely on impartial analysis and not pay as much attention to the needs of the individuals involved

• May not take the time to consider alternatives that are more abstract, untried, or future focused

• May move too quickly. This can result in a need for unnecessary corrections or revisions to the decision later

Cautions

• More grounded in facts than ideas, people preferring ESTJ may decide to maintain status quo even when something else would work better in the long-term

• ESTJs may decide rapidly and independently. This can result in a loss of cooperation, especially when others’ feel their needs are not heard

• ESTJs need to be aware that many people require time to think things through and may be intimidated or frustrated by pressure to decide and act right away