Leading ISTPs: 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 ISTP (Virtuoso)?

ISTPs (Virtuosos) share the Introverted, Observant, Thinking, and Prospecting personality traits. They are skilled at reading situations and analyzing cause and effect, and they approach challenges with a logical, problem-solving mindset rather than getting caught up in the feelings involved. They’re direct communicators who don’t shy away from giving honest feedback or opinions. In emotionally charged situations, this candor can be refreshing, but it may also (unintentionally) come across as blunt, insensitive, or disconnected. 

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With their keen eye for detail, ability to remain calm under pressure, and knack for finding practical solutions, ISTP personalities (Virtuosos) bring unparalleled efficiency and effectiveness to any project they take on. 

But here’s the thing: working effectively with ISTPs (and unlocking their full potential) requires a leadership approach that’s as practical and straightforward as they are. 

Once you know what makes ISTPs tick, you can approach working together in an emotionally intelligent way and create a work environment where they (and you) can thrive. 

Let’s get into it.

Understanding the ISTP Personality

91% of ISTPs say they consider themselves to be private people.