Introduction

The results of your personality test are in. Here they are:

Personality type: Protagonist (ENFJ-A)

Traits: Extraverted – 74%, Intuitive – 58%, Feeling – 56%, Judging –
64%, Assertive – 57%
Role: Diplomat
Strategy: People Mastery

WHO IS THE ENFJ PERSONALITY TYPE? ENFJ-A

ENFJ (Protagonist) is a personality type with the Extraverted, Intuitive, Feeling,
and Judging traits. These warm, forthright types love helping others, and they tend to
have strong ideas and values. They back their perspective with the creative energy to
achieve their goals. (A = Assertive, 57%)
When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful.

MALALA YOUSAFZAI
People with the ENFJ personality type (Protagonists) feel called to serve a greater
purpose in life. Thoughtful and idealistic, ENFJs strive to have a positive impact on
other people and the world around them. These personalities rarely shy away from an
opportunity to do the right thing, even when doing so is far from easy.

ENFJs are born leaders, which explains why these personalities can be found among
many notable politicians, coaches, and teachers. Their passion and charisma allow
them to inspire others not just in their careers but in every arena of their lives, including
their relationships. Few things bring people with the ENFJ personality type a deeper
sense of joy and fulfillment than guiding friends and loved ones to grow into their best
selves.

ENFJs possess the unique ability to remain hopeful in the face of difficulties, always
remembering that there is something to be grateful for.

Speaking Up for What’s Right

ENFJs tend to be vocal about their values, including authenticity and altruism. When
something strikes them as unjust or wrong, they speak up. But they rarely come across
as brash or pushy, as their sensitivity and insight guide them to speak in ways that
resonate with others.

ENFJ personalities have not only an uncanny ability to pick up on people’s underlying
motivations and beliefs but also a knack for understanding how others are feeling just
by looking at them. At times, they may not even understand how they come to grasp
another person’s mind and heart so quickly. These flashes of insight can make ENFJs
incredibly persuasive and inspiring communicators.

ENFJ personalities possess an innate sense of justice and an unwavering commitment

to standing up against what they perceive as wrong.
This personality type’s secret weapon is their purity of intent. Generally speaking,
ENFJs are motivated by a sincere wish to do the right thing rather than a desire to
manipulate or have power over other people. Even when they disagree with someone,
they search for common ground. The result is that people with the ENFJ personality
type can communicate with an eloquence and sensitivity that are nearly impossible to
ignore – particularly when they speak about matters that are close to their hearts.

Getting Involved
ENFJ personalities are genuine, caring people who talk the talk and walk the walk.
Nothing makes them happier than motivating others to do what’s right.
When ENFJs care about someone, they want to help solve that person’s problems –
sometimes at any cost. The good news is that many people are grateful for this
assistance and advice. After all, there’s a reason that these personalities have a
reputation for helping others improve their lives.

But getting involved in other people’s problems isn’t always a recipe for success. ENFJs
tend to have a clear vision of what people can or should do in order to better
themselves, but not everyone is ready to make those changes. If they push too hard,
their loved ones may feel resentful or unfairly judged. And while this personality type is
known for being insightful, even the wisest ENFJs may sometimes misread a situation
or unwittingly give bad advice.

Leading the Way

People with this personality type are devoted altruists, ready to face slings and arrows
in order to stand up for the people and ideas that they believe in. This strength of
conviction bolsters an ENFJ’s ability to guide others to work together in service of the
greater good.
But their greatest gift might actually be leading by example. In their day-to-day lives,
ENFJs reveal how seemingly ordinary situations can be handled with compassion,
dedication, and care. For these personalities, even the smallest daily choices and
actions – from how they spend their weekend to what they say to a coworker who is
struggling – can become an opportunity to lead the way to a brighter future.

ENFJ Strengths

 Receptive – People with the ENFJ personality type (Protagonists) have strong
opinions, but they’re far from closed-minded. They recognize the importance of
allowing others to express themselves fully. Even when they don’t agree with
someone, they recognize that person’s right to voice their truth.
 Reliable – Few things bother ENFJs more than the prospect of letting down a
person or cause that they believe in. People with this personality type can be
counted on to see their promises and responsibilities through – even when it’s
difficult to do so.
 Passionate – ENFJ personalities brim with interests, and they take great
pleasure in pursuing their hobbies – whether that’s hiking, cooking, dancing,
growing houseplants, or something else entirely. As a result, they rarely find
themselves at a loss for something interesting to do.
 Altruistic – ENFJs are known for harboring a deep desire to be a force for
positive change in both their personal lives and their professional pursuits. Their
unwavering inclination toward fairness often compels people with this personality
type to advocate for those who are unable to do so for themselves. Their joy lies
in seeing those around them thrive, making their altruism heartfelt and sincere.
 Charismatic – Determined and inspiring, ENFJs often find their way into
leadership roles. Whether they’re captain of their softball team or a leader on the
world stage, they excel at engaging in conversation, captivating people’s
attention, and rallying people together behind a common goal. ENFJ
personalities also have a profound capacity for empathy that oftentimes causes
the people they come across to feel truly seen and valued, further bolstering their
natural allure.
ENFJ Weaknesses

 Unrealistic – Many ENFJs put pressure on themselves to right every wrong that
they encounter. But no matter how hard these personalities try, it just isn’t
realistic for them to solve all of the world’s problems. If they aren’t careful, they
can spread themselves too thin – and be left unable to help anyone.
 Overly Idealistic – ENFJ personalities tend to have clear ideas about what’s
right and what’s wrong. They often think that everyone shares these fundamental
principles – or, at least, that everyone should share these principles. So it can
come as a genuine shock to ENFJs when people violate their core values, such
as truth or justice.
 Condescending – People with this personality type enjoy teaching others,
particularly about the causes and beliefs that matter so much to them. But at
times, ENFJs’ attempts to “enlighten” others may come across as patronizing –
not the most effective strategy for persuading other people, unfortunately.
 Intense – When it comes to self-improvement, ENFJs are rarely short on energy
or determination. But they may not recognize that not everyone shares these
qualities. At times, these personalities may push others to make changes that
they aren’t ready for – or simply aren’t interested in making in the first place.
 Overly Empathetic – Compassion is among this personality type’s greatest
strengths. But ENFJs have a tendency to take on other people’s problems as
their own – a habit that can leave them emotionally and physically exhausted.

Romantic Relationships

People with the ENFJ personality type (Protagonists) can be intense when it comes to
matters of the heart – and they wouldn’t have it any other way. As true optimists and
embodiments of passion, ENFJs believe their soulmates are out there somewhere, and
they won’t give up until they find them. These personalities rarely settle for anything that
falls short of their ideals, and their romantic relationships are no exception.

Although ENFJs may come across as outgoing or even a bit flirtatious, few of them are
satisfied by fleeting attractions. Their standards are high, and they know it. In fact, this
awareness might give people with the ENFJ personality type a deeper appreciation of
just how rare and precious it is to feel a real spark with another person – and, in turn,
just how rare and special it is when that spark grows into the steady flames of true,
abiding love.

Moving Beyond the Dating Game

When they fall for someone, they tend to fall hard – and they’re not coy about it. ENFJs
are among the personality types that most readily express how they feel, so they often
find themselves making the first move rather than playing games or waiting for
reassurance that the other person feels the same way.

In the dating world, their willingness to put themselves out there can be refreshing and
perhaps a little unusual. This, along with the intensity of their passion, is incredibly
appealing to many people. That said, because ENFJ personalities often make the first
move, they may encounter their share of rejection as they search for a kindred spirit.

Once ENFJs know who they want to be with, these hopeless romantics will move
mountains in pursuit of the one they love.

Dreaming Together
From their first date to their 50th, these personalities don’t shy away from steering the
conversation toward heavier topics. ENFJs don’t just want to find out what TV shows
someone watches – they want to get a sense of their partner’s dreams and aspirations
and the changes they hope to make to themselves and to the world. And if their
relationship deepens to the level that these personalities truly seek, ENFJs take pride in
supporting their partner to make good on these dreams.

For an ENFJ, one of life’s greatest joys is helping someone they care about reach their
goals.
Some people with the ENFJ personality type carry this forward-looking perspective a
step further, taking on their partner’s goals as their own. This can be problematic, to say
the least. If they become overinvested in helping their partner, they may end up
neglecting their own self-care, hobbies, and friendships. ENFJ personalities may also
be at risk of pushing their partner to change their life in ways that they simply aren’t
ready for.

When ENFJs carry this too far, they often find that the pressure they put on their partner
to “better” themselves backfires in one of two ways. Their partner may become
insecure, fearing that they aren’t good enough as they are, or they may become angry,
feeling resentful of the implication that they need to change. Either way, ENFJs must
learn to encourage their partner to grow without pushing too hard.

The Long Haul

Few personality types are keener than ENFJs to establish a loving commitment with
their chosen partner. They take dating and relationships seriously. In fact, ENFJs are
the most likely type to want to start a serious relationship with the person they fall in
love with. Consequently, even in the earliest days of a relationship, these personalities
tend to focus on long-term potential, and as the relationship matures, they want to do
what it takes to bring that potential to fruition.

While ENFJs certainly know how to enjoy the moment, they also know that love isn’t all
fun and games. People with this personality type are eager to prove their commitment,
taking the time and effort to establish themselves as dependable, trustworthy partners.
This can be a beautiful thing. ENFJs care about pleasing their partner, and their
sensitivity helps them tune in to their partner’s shifting moods and desires. As long as
they don’t lose track of their own needs, people with this personality type can enjoy
incredibly rewarding relationships that are founded on trust, mutual support, and
honesty – and, of course, love.