INTJ

The Strategist

also known as The Conceptualizer

Core value: competence

INTJs develop sophisticated internal models of how systems work and then drive outward to make those models real. Their thinking is strategic and long-range, often several steps ahead of the immediate situation. Independent and exacting, they hold their ideas — and themselves — to a high standard.

Cognitive Functions

1Mental modelInward Intuition

Storing connected things as a united conceptual form. People strong in Ni tend to develop sophisticated mental models, and may "just know" things by interpreting differently from others.

2DeductionOutward Thinking

Thinking out loud, or by writing facts down on paper. People strong in Te often manage to directly spot the deductive reason that A implies B.

3EmpathyInward Feeling

Having a core set of experiences and feelings that are closely held. People strong in Fi innately empathize with others, and are often very artistic.

4LookingOutward Sensing

Actively scanning the physical environment. People strong in Se tend to be good at spotting facts and attributes, enjoy performing, and like to experience new sensations.

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