Using Personality Types for Personal Growth: Functional Development

In this episode of the Type Tools podcast, hosts Jacie and Scott delve into cognitive development and the potential pitfalls of over-identifying with one's personality type. They explore whether typology can become an excuse for not addressing personal weaknesses and offer insights into how different personality functions manifest selfish behaviors. The conversation also covers strategies for effective personal development, including practical examples of how intuitives can improve their sensing functions and vice versa. Scott shares methods to persuade others by leveraging their cognitive preferences and tailoring communication based on type dynamics. The episode concludes with actionable advice for those seeking targeted self-improvement. To enhance your understanding, download the free handout linked in the bio and consider booking a session with Scott at toolswithscott.com.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:40 The Impact of Over-Identifying with Your Type

01:19 Using Typology as an Excuse

02:30 Challenges in Personal Growth

06:12 Working on Weaknesses

13:35 Developing Lower Functions

17:50 Intuitive vs. Sensing Types

21:42 The Importance of Real-Life Examples

22:08 Abstract vs. Concrete Thinking

22:52 Navigating Change for Sensing Types

24:31 Balancing Stability and Chaos

24:55 A Concrete Example: Career Advice for an ISTP

26:52 Convincing Different Personality Types

28:08 Tailoring Information for Introverted Thinkers

32:46 Credentialing and Trust for Te Users

39:57 Leveraging Values to Convince Te Users

40:25 Conclusion and Next Steps

 

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