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So you’ve taken an MBTI (Myers-Briggs type indicator) test that says you’re a virtuoso, also called an ISTP—but what does that say about you? We’ve got the answer! The Myers-Briggs personality test can be a useful way to learn more about yourself, how you think, and your ideal lifestyle based on core personality traits like introverted/extroverted, sensing/intuition, thinking/feeling, and perceiving/judging. Read on to learn all about the virtuoso personality type, from their core traits to their ideal careers and their approach to romantic relationships.
Things You Should Know
- Virtuosos, also known as ISTPs, are introverted, sensing, thinking, and perceiving, according to the Myers-Briggs personality test.
- A virtuoso’s strengths include optimism, flexibility, intelligence, and rationality. They’re skilled problem-solvers who love to tackle issues head-on.
- Virtuosos prefer hands-on careers that let them use their creativity and critical thinking skills. They make great engineers and designers, for example.
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Expert Q&A
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References
- ↑ https://www.mbtionline.com/en-US/MBTI-Types/ISTP
- ↑ https://thepleasantpersonality.com/istp-strengths-and-weaknesses/
- ↑ https://www.psychologyjunkie.com/istp-personality-profile-an-in-depth-look-at-the-mechanic/
- ↑ https://www.mbtionline.com/en-US/MBTI-Types/ISTP
- ↑ https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/careercenter/tools-resources/personality-types/istp
- ↑ https://personalitypage.com/html/ISTP.html
- ↑ https://personalitypage.com/html/ISTP.html
- ↑ https://thepleasantpersonality.com/istp-strengths-and-weaknesses/
- ↑ https://thepleasantpersonality.com/istp-strengths-and-weaknesses/
- ↑ https://thepleasantpersonality.com/istp-strengths-and-weaknesses/
- ↑ https://www.psychologyjunkie.com/istp-personality-profile-an-in-depth-look-at-the-mechanic/
- ↑ https://personalitypage.com/html/ISTP.html
- ↑ https://www.psychologyjunkie.com/istp-personality-profile-an-in-depth-look-at-the-mechanic/
- ↑ https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/careercenter/tools-resources/personality-types/istp
- ↑ https://www.mbtionline.com/en-US/MBTI-Types/ISTP