Leading INFJs: Emotionally Intelligent Leadership Series

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Emotionally intelligent leadership is about meeting people where they’re at rather than expecting them to meet you. This emotionally intelligent leadership series will help you understand the unique positions and perspectives of all 16 personality types and provide tactical tips and advice to meet them there.

Do you lead an INFJ (Advocate)?

INFJs (Advocates) share the Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, and Judging personality traits. They tend to be attuned to the unspoken feelings and dynamics in the workplace. In emotionally charged situations, they remain composed and diplomatic, focusing on finding solutions that consider everyone’s feelings. However, their sensitivity to others’ feelings can make them averse to conflict and might sometimes lead to emotional burnout. They may need encouragement to set boundaries and prioritize self-care.

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In the commotion of the workplace, it’s all too easy to miss the quiet ones – those who let their integrity and work ethic do the talking. Among these potentially unrecognized achievers are INFJ personalities (Advocates), who bring a unique blend of vision, empathy, and determination to whatever they do.

As a leader, you might find yourself a bit puzzled by these complex individuals, who seem to operate on a different wavelength than their peers. But if you take the time to understand and nurture their strengths, you’ll see how to create a working relationship that brings out the best in both of you.

As you may have guessed, it all starts with leading INFJs in an emotionally intelligent way. Let’s dive in.

Understanding the INFJ Personality

90% of INFJs say they know how others are feeling just by looking at them.