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The ENTP has been described variously as the innovator,^[1] the originator,^[2] the lawyer,^[3] the inventor,^[4] the explorer,^[5] and the visionary.^[3] They also fall into the general categories of thinkers, rationals, and engineers.^[6] Using their primary function-attitude of extraverted intuition (Ne), ENTPs are quick to see complex interrelationships between people, things, and ideas. These interrelationships are analyzed in profound detail through the ENTPs auxiliary function, introverted thinking (Ti). The result is an in-depth understanding of the way things and relationships work, and how they can be improved. To the ENTP, competence and intelligence are particularly prized, both in themselves and in other people.

ENTP profile

ENTPs are frequently described as clever, cerebrally and verbally quick, enthusiastic, outgoing, innovative, and resourceful. ENTPs are motivated by a desire to understand the world they live in, and improve it. They are usually very accurate when sizing up a situation. They may have a perverse sense of humor and sometimes play devil's advocate, which can create misunderstandings with friends, coworkers, and family. ENTPs are quite ingenious and are adept at directing relationships between means and ends. More so than other types, ENTPs can "think outside the box" and come up with fresh, unexpected solutions to difficult problems. However, they are less interested in generating detailed plans or following through than in generating ideas and possibilities. When the ENTP is used correctly on a team, they offer an incredible depth of understanding and a high degree of flexibility and problem solving ability. The ENTP regards a comment like "it can't be done" as a personal challenge, and will spare no expense to discover a solution once properly motivated.

Functional analysis

See Type dynamics and development

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Extraverted iNtuition (Ne)

The ENTP's primary function-attitude is Extraverted iNtuition (Ne), which allows the ENTP to effortlessly identify complex interrelationships between ideas, people, and things that are often invisible to other personality types.

Introverted Thinking (Ti)

The ENTP's auxiliary function-attitude is Introverted Thinking (Ti), which serves as Extraverted iNtuition's ready assistant. In this mode, the ENTP analyzes the constant stream of information provided by Extraverted iNtuition, develops structure, and reconciles any inconsistencies in the ENTP's belief system. However, Ti proves no match for the prodigious Ne, leading the ENTP to juggle multiple projects and theoretical enterprises at any given time, in various stages of completion.

Extraverted Feeling (Fe)

The ENTP's tertiary function-attitude is Extraverted Feeling (Fe). When this mode is well developed, the ENTP can foster goodwill in others, and can be seen as quite charming and loyal. When it is not well developed, the ENTP can be seen as aloof and unconcerned with other people's feelings. In most ENTPs, weakness of the tertiary function can be observed in its inconsistency or lack of endurance.

Introverted Sensing (Si)

The ENTP's inferior function is iNtuitive Sensing (Si), which offsets the ENTP's natural tendency toward anarchy and non-conformity. It acts as a sort of gravitational pull that keeps the ENTP in orbit around reality.

Notable ENTPs

According to the "Guidelines for Ethical Use for Certified MBTI Professionals"^[7], "only the individual can verify his or her own best-fitting type." The MBTI instrument focuses on cognitive processes, which are not observable, and therefore speculation regarding another person's type is not an appropriate use of the instrument. The Keirsey Temperament Sorter, however, focuses on behavior, which is observable.^[8] For illustrative purposes, Keirsey and others, as referenced below, have identified well-known individuals whose behavior is consistent with a specific type. Unless otherwise noted, the categorization of the individuals below, whether living or dead, as ENTPs is a matter of expert opinion rather than the result of actual personality testing of the named individual. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) assessment is a psychometric questionnaire designed to identify certain psychological differences according to the typological theories of Carl Gustav Jung as published in his 1921 book Psychological Types (English edition, 1923). ... The Keirsey Temperament Sorter (KTS) is a self-assessed personality questionnaire designed to help people better understand themselves, first introduced in the book Please Understand Me. ... David West Keirsey, PhD (b. ...

U.S. Presidents

• John Adams^[9]
• James A. Garfield^[9]
• Rutherford B. Hayes^[9]
• Theodore Roosevelt^[9]

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Other notable ENTPs

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See also

• Keirsey Temperament Sorter
• MBTI

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References

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External links

• Portrait of an ENTP from www.PersonalityPage.com
• ENTP profile from www.TypeLogic.com
• The Portrait of the Inventor Rational (eNTp) from Keirsey.com