ISTJ personality type
ISTJThe Steady One
Responsible, honest and reliable; they do what they say and do it properly.
About this type
ISTJs are the people everyone depends on. They are honest, careful and serious about their duties, and they finish what they start.
They value facts, tradition and doing things the right way, and they have a quiet, dry sense of humour.
Strengths
- Responsible
- Honest and direct
- Organised
- Patient and calm
- Hard-working
Weaknesses
- Stubborn
- Dislikes change
- Can seem cold
- Judges others by their own rules
- Takes on too much work
Careers that fit
- Accountant
- Engineer
- Government officer
- Police or army officer
- Bank officer
- Doctor
Friendship
Few but lifelong friends. They show up when it matters and keep every promise.
Love
Steady and committed partners. They show love through actions, such as fixing, planning and providing, more than words.
Famous people and characters
Often said to be this type. Nobody can type another person for sure.
- Rahul Dravid
- George Washington
- Angela Merkel
- Queen Elizabeth II
- Hermione Granger (Harry Potter; often typed ISTJ or ESTJ)
- Captain America