Leading ENFJs through Change

Learn how ENFJs can be valuable allies in navigating workplace transitions – and what to watch out for along the way.

Aug 08, 2024

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An ENFJ warrior stands confidently in a medieval village. He is clad in a green robe and wielding a sword as he faces off against grayscale armored opponents. Behind him are two grayscale villagers looking concerned and armed with makeshift weapons. To the right, the letters “ENFJ” are prominently displayed in green. — Image from 16personalities.com

How to spot ENFJs (Protagonists):

ENFJs (Protagonists) share the Extraverted, Intuitive, Feeling, and Judging personality traits.
Change can be both exciting and stressful for ENFJs. They’ll jump into team discussions about change, showing excitement for new opportunities and sharing ideas. But their love for harmony might make them hesitate to voice opposing views for fear of upsetting the balance.

Do the ENFJs on your team enjoy helping others? 🤔 If they’re like most people with their personality type, then they sure do!

A green character icon with a speech bubble sits above the text: “Insight of the Day. ENFJs (Protagonists) are the most likely personality type to say helping others gives them purpose.” — Image from 16personalities.com

How does this apply to change leadership? Well, ENFJs thrive on helping others. This drive is deeply ingrained in their personality. They feel most fulfilled when they’re making a positive impact on someone’s life. That means they will likely focus on how a change affects their colleagues. They’ll prioritize supporting others, sometimes at the expense of their own adjustment.

Here are three leadership strategies you can apply when guiding ENFJs through change:

Emphasize the human element: Frame changes in terms of how they benefit people, and highlight opportunities for ENFJs to support their coworkers through transitions.
Create mentoring opportunities: Assign ENFJs to guide others through new processes or systems to satisfy their need to help and give them a sense of purpose.
Check in on their well-being: ENFJs may neglect self-care while supporting others. Schedule regular one-on-ones to ensure that they’re not burning out.

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Now, let’s go a little deeper. ENFJs are often the social catalysts during times of change, but they have their own unique strengths and challenges. Let’s dive into how ENFJs can be valuable allies in navigating workplace transitions – and what to watch out for along the way.

Next, we’ll cover:

The special strength that ENFJs bring to navigating workplace change
The greatest hurdle that ENFJs encounter during periods of uncertainty
A key leadership strategy for supporting ENFJs through transitions

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