Personality Analysis: ENTP

get to know yourself: MBTI is the psychological analysis test that breaks peoples personalities into 16 different types based on Introverted/Extraverted, iNtuition/Sensing, Thinking/Feeling, Judging/Perceiving 

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this psychological analysis is vital to understanding others around you and why they are the way they are. what makes them tick. as for david? get to know me: ENTP

"clever" is the word that perhaps describes ENTPs best. the absentminded professor who juggles half a dozen ideas for research papers and grant proposals in his mind while giving a highly entertaining lecture on an abstruse subject is a classic example of the type. so also is the stand-up comedian whose lampoons are both funny and incisively accurate.

ENTP personalities tend to use their mind in a very specific way and this is especially noticeable in the professional environment – they enjoy brainstorming and outlining all the options, but do their best to stay away from actual implementation. again, such a trait can be very valuable in certain situations, but cause tension in the workplace as the ENTP may be perceived as having fingers in many pies, but often failing to finish what they start. ENTPs also tend to be non-conformists and love challenging existing rules and routines, which makes them irreplaceable where there is a need to rip up the existing models and come up with new, original plans.

people with the ENTP personality type are often called devil’s advocates, and for a good reason. ENTPs absolutely love to argue and they do not really care that much what the argument is about, as long as it is fun. they may not actually support the idea they are arguing for, but may decide to go against the prevailing opinion, seeing this as a mental exercise.

ENTPs are very quick-witted and original, which gives them a great advantage in debates, academia and politics – however, they also tend to do very well in many other areas that require willingness to challenge the existing ideas and juggle multiple arguments. ENTPs tend to have a developed intuitive sense of humor that others may find harsh or confusing without explanation. being the devil's advocate often confuses, even angers, those who don't understand or accept the concept of argument as a sport.

one of the reasons why ENTPs are able to hold their ground in nearly every debate is their impressive knowledge and ability to jump from one idea to another, making unorthodox connections in the process. they do this with amazing speed and without much effort – the onslaught of arguments coming from the ENTP may easily confuse their opponent. this can be both a good and a bad thing, depending on who the ENTP is arguing with – they can easily shred their opponent’s arguments in a debate about politics or theoretical ideas, but cause immense stress in a romantic or familial relationship if they do that to their loved one. they do not process the concept of going too far. there is nothing worse to an ENTP than an unresolved issue, causing them to arguing or discuss a subject well past what may be appropriate for the other person.

the least developed area for the ENTP is the Sensing-Feeling arena. if the Sensing areas are neglected, the ENTP may tend to not take care of details in their life, making them disorganized, forgetful, and messy. if the Feeling part of themselves is neglected, the ENTP may not value other people's input enough, or may become overly harsh and aggressive.

ENTPs are usually very direct and honest. they do not really care about being seen as sensitive or compassionate, so their honesty may be quite brutal sometimes. ENTPs say what they think and do not mince their words – furthermore, they dislike people who try to beat around the bush, especially if they are about to ask the ENTP for a favour or correct them. consequently, ENTPs tend to be respected, but not necessarily liked – many people in society not only tolerate being lied to, they actually hope for and need to hear a lie in certain situations. the society tends to put feelings, sensitivities, and comfort above the unpleasant truth – this is likely to frustrate many ENTPs.

approaching an ENTP can often be difficult for an introvert. ENTPs tend to view the world as both spectator and gladiator, and if someone isn't catching their attention they are likely to overlook them. it's not that they don't care, but ENTPs are often forgetful of people who do not immediately have their attention.

the best approach in communicating with an ENTP is to be straightforward.
no games – they’ll win. no "pulling rank" – they’ll just want to put you in your place. no apologies – you’ll undermine yourself. try "i need/want to talk to you." generally ENTPs hate cliffhangers and may be reluctant to talk if it is over an email or text, without further explanation of the issue at hand.

curiosity will always win in the end with an ENTP. their love of spontaneity and ability to mentally strategize on the fly can lead them into any situation where they are out of their element or "flying blind" just so they can challenge themselves and be stimulated by the thrill of something new.

according to Carl Jung's overall summary analysis of the ENTP "- risk-takers, easy-going, outgoing, rule breakers, thrill seeking behavior, comfortable in unfamiliar situations, appreciates strangeness, disorganized, adventurous, talented at presentation, aggressive, attention seeking, experience junky, insensitive, adaptable, not easily offended, messy, carefree, dangerous, fearless, careless, emotionally stable, spontaneous, improviser, always joking/trolling, player, wild and crazy, dominant, acts without thinking, not into organized religion." - (Carl Jung Type Description 1999)



Famous ENTP’s:

- Leonardo Da Vinci
- Alexander the Great
- Thomas Edison (Inventor)
- Benjamin Franklin
- Theodore Roosevelt
- Mahmoud Ahmadinejad (President of Iran)
- Mao Zedong (Dictator of Communist China)
- Socrates
- Lewis Carroll (Author of Alice in Wonderland)
- Sacha Baron Cohen (Borat, Bruno - Actor, Comedian)
- Jim Carrey



Fictional ENTP’s :

- The Joker
- Willy Wonka
- Doctor Who
- Ferris Bueller
- Dr. House
- Cpt. Jack Sparrow
- Tom Sawyer
- Indiana Jones
- Juno
- Bugs Bunny
- Ms. Frizzle (Magic School)
- Tyler Durden (Fight Club)
- Cosmo Kramer (Seinfeld)
- Dr. Emmett ‘Doc‘ Brown (Back to the Future)
- Cheshire Cat (Alice in Wonderland)
- Fred and George Weasley (Harry Potter)