Introduction

WHO IS THE ENTJ PERSONALITY TYPE?

ENTJ (Commander) is a personality type with the Extraverted, Intuitive, Thinking,
and Judging traits. They are decisive people who love momentum and accomplishment.
They gather information to construct their creative visions but rarely hesitate for long
before acting on them.
Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.

Steve Jobs
People with the ENTJ personality type (Commanders) are natural-born leaders.
Embodying the gifts of charisma and confidence, ENTJs project authority in a way that
draws crowds together behind a common goal. However, these personalities are also
characterized by an often ruthless level of rationality, using their drive, determination,
and sharp mind to achieve whatever objectives they’ve set for themselves. Their
intensity might sometimes rub people the wrong way, but ultimately, ENTJs take pride in
both their work ethic and their impressive level of self-discipline.

ENTJ personalities perceive themselves to be a strong positive influence on others.

Striving for Greatness

If there’s anything that people with this personality type love, it’s a good challenge, big
or small, and they firmly believe that, given enough time and resources, they can
achieve any goal. This quality makes ENTJs brilliant entrepreneurs, and their ability to
think strategically and hold a long-term focus while executing each step of their plans
with determination and precision makes them powerful business leaders.

This determination is often a self-fulfilling prophecy, as ENTJ personalities push their

goals through with sheer willpower where others might give up and move on, and they
are likely to push everyone else right along with them, achieving spectacular results in
the process.

At the negotiating table, be it in a corporate environment or buying a car, ENTJs are

dominant, unforgiving, and unyielding. This isn’t because they are coldhearted or
vicious per se – it’s more that these personalities genuinely enjoy the challenge, the
battle of wits, and the repartee that comes from this environment. If the other side can’t
keep up, that’s no reason for them to fold on their own core tenet of ultimate victory.
The underlying thought running through an ENTJ’s mind might be something like “I don’t care if
you call me an insensitive b*****d, as long as I remain an efficient b*****d.”

ENTJs respect those who can match them intellectually and also display precision and
quality in their actions, equal to their own. These personalities have a particular skill in
recognizing the talents of others, and this helps in their team-building efforts (since no
one, no matter how brilliant, can do everything alone). However, they also have a
particular skill in calling out others’ failures with a chilling degree of insensitivity, and this
is where they really start to run into trouble.

A Worthy Challenge

Emotional expression isn’t the strong suit of any Analyst (NT) type, but ENTJs’ distance
from their emotions is especially public and felt directly by a much broader swath of
people. Especially in a professional environment, these personalities may inadvertently
overlook the emotional sensitivity of individuals who they perceive as inefficient or lazy.
To people with this personality type, emotional displays are generally displays of
weakness, and it’s easy to make enemies with this approach – ENTJs will do well to
remember that they absolutely depend on having a functioning team, not just to achieve
their goals but for their validation and feedback as well, something that they are,
curiously, very sensitive to.

ENTJ personalities are true powerhouses, and they cultivate an image of being larger
than life – and often enough they are. They need to remember, though, that their stature
comes not just from their own actions but from the actions of the team that props them
up. It’s important for them to recognize the contributions, talents, and needs of their
support network – especially from an emotional standpoint. Even if they have to adopt a
“fake it ‘til you make it” mentality, if people with the ENTJ personality type are able to
combine an emotionally healthy focus alongside their many strengths, they will be
rewarded with deep, satisfying relationships and all the challenging victories that they
can handle.

Strengths & Weaknesses

ENTJ Strengths
 Efficient – People with the ENTJ personality type (Commanders) see inefficiency not just as a
problem in its own right but as something that pulls time and energy away from all their future
goals, an elaborate sabotage consisting of irrationality and laziness. They will root out such
behavior wherever they go.
 Energetic – ENTJ personalities approach their responsibilities with vigor and drive. This is not a
type to shy away from busy schedules or complex challenges. In fact, the more they are able to
accomplish throughout the day, the more energized they feel, and they will happily share this
infectious enthusiasm for productivity with the people around them.
 Self-Confident – ENTJs generally make their opinions known, trust in their abilities to get things
done, and believe in their capacities as leaders. They are the most likely personality type to say
they feel confident facing life’s day-to-day challenges.
 Strong-Willed – People with the ENTJ personality type don’t give up when the going gets
tough. Instead, they relentlessly strive to achieve their goals. Nothing is quite as satisfying to
them as accomplishing something that they’ve set their mind to.
 Strategic Thinkers – ENTJ personalities exemplify the difference between moment-to-moment
crisis management and navigating the challenges and steps of a bigger plan. They are known
for examining every angle of a problem and not just resolving momentary issues but moving the
whole project forward with their solutions.
 Charismatic and Inspiring – All of the strengths listed above combine to create individuals
who are able to inspire and invigorate others, and this in turn helps ENTJs to accomplish their
most ambitious goals, which could never be finished alone.

ENTJ Weaknesses

 Stubborn and Dominant – Sometimes all this confidence and willpower can go too far. ENTJ
personalities are all too capable of digging in their heels, trying to win every single debate, and
only pushing for their vision without considering the input of others.
 Intolerant – “It’s my way or the highway” – People with the ENTJ personality type are
notoriously unsupportive of ideas that distract from their primary goals and even more so of
ideas based on emotional considerations. They won’t hesitate to make that fact clear to those
around them.
 Impatient – Some people need more time to think than others – an intolerable delay to quick-
thinking ENTJ personalities. They may misinterpret contemplation as stupidity or disinterest in
their haste – a terrible mistake to make.
 Arrogant – ENTJs respect quick thoughts and firm convictions and may look down on those
who don’t match up. This is a challenge for most other personality types, who are perhaps not
timid in their own right but will seem so beside this sometimes overbearing type.
 Poor Handling of Emotions – At times, ENTJ personalities can be distant from their own
emotional expression and sometimes downright scornful of others’. People with this personality
type often trample others’ feelings, inadvertently hurting their partners and friends, especially in
emotionally charged situations.
 Cold and Ruthless – Their obsession with efficiency and unwavering belief in the merits of
rationalism, especially professionally, make ENTJs fairly insensitive in pursuing their goals,
dismissing personal circumstances, sensitivities, and preferences as irrational or irrelevant.

Romantic Relationships

People with the ENTJ personality type (Commanders) tend to approach dating and
relationships with a set of goals and a plan to achieve them, and they proceed to do so
with impressive energy and enthusiasm. These personalities are in it to win and will
gladly take leading roles in relationships from the start, assuming personal responsibility
for how smoothly things go and working actively to ensure a mutually rewarding
experience. Romantic relationships are a serious business, and ENTJs are in it for the
long haul.

Taking the Lead

This sense of personal responsibility means that they put a lot of energy into their
relationships, and they show their creativity by always having something new on the
agenda to keep things interesting, especially in the dating phase. At the same time
though, ENTJ personalities keep their eyes on the long term, and if they determine that
a relationship is heading toward a dead end, they perhaps too easily cut their losses
and move on in what will seem to their partner an abrupt end to the attention they had
been receiving.

This occasional ruthlessness with personal relationships is ENTJs’ primary weakness,

and if these personalities aren’t careful, they can develop quite the reputation. Sensing
others’ feelings and emotions will never be a comfortable skill for them, but it is critical
that they work consciously to develop it, both for their partner’s sake and for their own
healthy emotional expression. If they don’t, they risk dominating and overruling their
partner, and this insensitivity can easily break a relationship, especially early on.

Loving Boldly

But if all goes well in the dating phase and a future is deemed viable, people with the
ENTJ personality type continue to impress with their creativity and energy. They are
known to bring out the best in their partner, pushing them to achieve their dreams and
aspirations. Their ambitious nature often fuels their partner’s ambitions as well, creating
a power-couple dynamic.

Being extremely growth-oriented themselves, ENTJs also love to improve and evolve in
their relationships. They tend to listen to and act on their partner’s criticisms, so long as
they are logical ones, and they are always striving to become the best version of
themselves – for both their own good and the good of their partner. It can be surprising
to these personalities – and perhaps bad news for their relationship – if their partner
doesn’t share this desire to grow.

That being said, people with this personality type would do well to remember that their
approach is just one angle of a multifaceted spectrum of alternatives. While they may
view criticism as the most efficient route (and they’re often right), they should bear in
mind that their partner may be more interested in a more emotional form of support and
growth, an area of self-improvement that ENTJs themselves too often avoid.

As with most things, balance is key, and people with the ENTJ personality type should strive to
meet their partner halfway, whatever their needs – be it through honest criticisms or steady
emotional support and praise.

Mature ENTJs are able to recognize and adapt to the needs of their partner and know
that even the most rational individuals still have emotional needs that must be met.
Fortunately, the same logic that dismisses emotions is also able to recognize that a
conciliatory attitude can be the best tool to get the job done. With their strong senses of
responsibility and dedication, people with the ENTJ personality type are sure to make
this effort, resulting in long-lasting, satisfying relationships.

Friendships

In friendship, people with the ENTJ personality type (Commanders) seek personal
growth and inspiration, and they often have a plan for how to accomplish it. Friendships
of circumstance, built on things like shared routines, are not this personality type’s
preferred method. ENTJs prefer to seek out individuals who share their passion for
deep, meaningful discussions and who enjoy learning and development as much as
they do.

It is not always easy to be friends with ENTJs, as they demand a lot from these
relationships. But they pay a great deal of attention to their friendships and will work
hard to make sure that they are fulfilling, inspiring, and, most of all, conduits for mutual
self-improvement.
Always up for a Challenge

ENTJ friendships are built on ideas and respect. Consequently, much of what they find
enjoyable is the repartee of putting thoughts forward and defending them from assault
from every angle. People with the ENTJ personality type value intelligence and are
highly critical. They won’t back down if they are put on the defensive – in fact, there’s no
better way to earn their admiration.

ENTJ personalities can sometimes come off as too dominating or impatient in friendships.
However, they are usually well-intentioned, wanting only the best for their friends and for plans
to run smoothly and efficiently.

Many different kinds of people can form strong friendships with these bold personalities,
although more sensitive personality types might struggle from time to time if their ENTJ
friend places too much emphasis on what is rational instead of trying to understand how
they might be feeling. This lack of sensitivity is one of these personalities’ greatest
weaknesses.

Their tendency to challenge their friends, question their conclusions, and dismiss
emotional arguments as irrelevant may occasionally rub people the wrong way.
However, once any problems are brought to their attention, people with the ENTJ
personality type can be very curious about and open to trying to understand other
people’s emotional perspectives.

Bridging the Gap

More enlightened ENTJs recognize that if there ever was an area where they could
learn from others and improve themselves, it is in the realm of emotional sensitivity – to
dismiss any aspect of personal growth borders on hypocrisy. Still, the bulk of their
friends will likely share some passion for logical, far-reaching ideas and critical debate.

Anyone who can match ENTJs’ ability to brainstorm and theorize will find an honest and
dedicated friend. Anyone who can’t or won’t, as with many more down-to-earth
personality types who often question the point of such discussions, might find
themselves being challenged with new ways of thinking – perhaps a situation that
everyone involved can learn from.
Parenthood

As parents, most people with the ENTJ personality type (Commanders) are highly adept
at spotting their children’s latent talents and nurturing these strengths. But they must, at
times, temper their strong-willed, hyper-logical approach to life in order to make room
for their children’s needs and feelings as they help them grow. This is simply to say that
their relationships with children, who are typically more sensitive and less able to
conduct truly rational analysis, require much more emotional tact and personal liberty
than ENTJs are accustomed to giving.

But these resolute personalities are always up for a challenge. ENTJs take their roles as
parents seriously and approach the task with the utmost sense of personal
responsibility. Holding themselves to a higher standard than most, ENTJ parents see
the success of their children as a reflection of those personal standards. They want
nothing more than to see their kids grow into smart, independent people who strive to
achieve their goals. Establishing specific moral values is less important to them than the
cultivation of intellect and independent, rational thought.

ENTJ parents persistently motivate their children to meet, and often exceed, their potential,
providing them with diverse opportunities to learn and grow.

Building Emotional Tolerance

ENTJ personalities welcome differences of opinion, and this is true with their children as
well. But even though they will gladly have rational, well-thought-out discussions, at the
end of the day, people with this personality type expect their authority to be respected.
A disagreement is no excuse for shirking established responsibilities. ENTJ parents can
be uncompromising in maintaining both structure and discipline. From time to time, this
strictness can be a source of tension in the household. It would benefit these parents to
remember that a little flexibility can go a long way.

That said, where ENTJ parents really run into trouble is when debates with their kids
devolve into emotional appeals. Their weakness with emotional tolerance makes
dealing with growing children a significant challenge. These personalities should strive
to strengthen this skill, as young children don’t have the words to express their needs
rationally, and adolescents often don’t have the patience for it.

By learning to listen to emotional expression as a valid form of communication and responding

in kind, ENTJ parents can help to minimize emotional conflicts with their children and build trust.
Fostering Independence

These parents can strive to remember that a part of developing that necessary sense of
independence is being able to chart one’s own destiny. Mature ENTJ personalities are
able to take a deep breath and adapt their structures as their children grow. This often
helps their children move beyond assigned activities and into the longer goal of
becoming capable and intelligent young adults who can direct themselves.

Career Paths

It is in the world of careers that people with the ENTJ personality type (Commanders)
shine. Here, their boldness and drive are truly at their best. No other personality type
quite enjoys the hustle and grind of moving up the career ladder quite like they do. Their
level of self-determination is unmatched. Combining their vision, intelligence, and
willpower to push ideas through to completion no matter the obstacles, ENTJ
personalities are a force to be reckoned with.

A Singular Vision

In the world of business, the sometimes overbearing level of self-confidence that ENTJs
sometimes mishandle in their personal relationships is transformed into an admirable
authority. They excel at keeping people on track and getting things done. Naturally, the
careers that these driven personalities are often most drawn to make the fullest use of
these qualities. Any position high enough that they can clearly see the horizon – like
executive positions and careers in entrepreneurialism – tend to be valuable lines of
work for people with this ambitious personality type.

For ENTJs, failure is not an option – they conceive a vision of the future, formulate a strategy to
achieve that vision, and execute each step with ruthless precision.

Structure and order are key, and if someone gets sloppy or holds things back with
incompetence, laziness, or inefficiency, these types may come down hard. ENTJ
personalities pursue their goals with singular vision and have strict standards for
themselves and others that are designed to be effective above all else. This makes
ENTJs excellent corporate strategists, and their objectivity and clarity of thought make
them respected lawyers and judges.
None of this could work if no one could understand what people with this personality
type were thinking. Fortunately, ENTJ personalities are often clear and concise
communicators, especially in person, making business administration a comfortable fit –
so long as their tasks don’t stray too far into routine maintenance and upkeep. ENTJs
also have a thirst for knowledge, and they aren’t afraid to use a principle once they’ve
grasped its underlying mechanisms. Combining this with their leadership makes these
personalities trying, but effective, university professors.

Great Expectations

The only problem is that it takes time for their skills to be recognized, and stagnating as
low-level employees will have them bouncing off the walls and feeling deeply unhappy.
People with the ENTJ personality type crave responsibility, growth, and opportunity, and
they genuinely enjoy managing others to get a job done. These personalities are
visionaries and leaders, not grunts or day-to-day administrators – at least in their own
eyes. Getting that to be recognized is not always easy, but they are definitely up to the
task.

Workplace Habits

For people with the ENTJ personality type (Commanders), the workplace is a natural
habitat. ENTJs’ efficiency and clear communication are valued, their leadership is
admired, and their ability to simply get things done is unrivaled. That being said, some
situations are more appropriate for these bold personalities than others, as they prefer
having the freedom to get their work done in a way that makes sense to them without
being micromanaged. This can make work in any lower positions where they do not
have personal autonomy a big challenge.

People with the ENTJ personality type are able to adapt themselves to just about any work
hierarchy by doing what they do best: taking initiative, asserting their opinions, and
accomplishing seemingly impossible feats.

ENTJ Subordinates

Subordinate positions can be challenging for these personalities, and it takes active
management to ensure their satisfaction and engagement. Ever the high achievers,
ENTJ subordinates set out to learn new skills and to seek out new challenges and
responsibilities, eager to prove that nothing is impossible with a little hard work. If things
get a little slow, they may make an effort to create work and make unnecessary
changes, but when they feel involved in the projects around them, they prove well
organized and well prioritized.

People with the ENTJ personality type hold themselves to very high standards, but a lot
of what sets this tone is feedback from their environment – namely, criticism from their
managers. Objective, rational statements about what is done right and what can be
done better are helpful to this learning-oriented type, and far from resenting such
criticisms, they appreciate them. Opportunities for growth keep ENTJ personalities
engaged and productive, and so long as their managers recognize this as their primary
responsibility, it will very likely be a fruitful and satisfying relationship.

ENTJ Colleagues

Among colleagues, ENTJs are sociable and greatly enjoy sharing ideas and critiques in
their frequent brainstorming sessions. These ambitious personalities tend to insert
themselves into positions of power in the workplace, considering their objectivity and
charisma the perfect qualities for these roles. They will be the first to volunteer to lead a
project or represent the team. But even though they love to be at the helm of the ship,
people with the ENTJ personality type also enjoy working with those who have
demonstrated that they too share a strong work ethic. On the other hand, anyone who
they view as being less competent or driven will likely be met with a skeptical attitude.

ENTJ personalities are strong-willed, even dominant, and though they enjoy inspiring
and tutoring others, the energy that they bring to the process can sometimes seem
overbearing. When these roles are reversed, their mentors should bear in mind that
their students are very rational and respect firm confidence – hand-holding, emotional
appeals, or wavering indecision will likely weaken their ties.

In a work partnership, ENTJs feel that what is best is what is most effective, and time wasted
sugarcoating reality is just that – time wasted.

ENTJ Managers

ENTJ managers are confident, charismatic communicators, and they communicate just
one vision: to get the job done as efficiently as possible and to the highest standard of
quality. All else is subordinate to that objective. And as the astute individuals that they
are, people with the ENTJ personality type have an innate ability to identify the
strengths of each member of their team and incorporate those abilities into their plan so
that each individual fills a unique and important role.
While these efforts often boost morale and satisfaction among their like-minded
subordinates, they are still crafted to achieve that ultimate goal of timely and exceptional
work. Those who are seen as inefficient by their ENTJ managers or who demonstrate
themselves to be lazy or to produce shoddy work will know in no uncertain terms of their
failure to impress. That being said, these dedicated personalities don’t easily give up on
any of their team members. They will work tirelessly to ensure that everyone can
succeed in the responsibilities that they’ve been given, even if it means putting in some
extra hours to get to the heart of any problem.

Conclusion

Armed with a powerful intellect and strategic thinking, people with the ENTJ personality
type (Commanders) can overcome or outmaneuver obstacles that seem unbeatable to
most. At the same time, their many quirks, such as often unconstrained rationalism,
lead to many misunderstandings. Those misunderstandings end here. What you have
read so far is just an introduction – we have a great deal more to tell you about the
ENTJ personality type.

At some point in reading through your results, you probably hit a tipping point. You went
from that trademark ENTJ skepticism to “huh...” to “wait, what?” You may even be a
little uncomfortable because you are really not used to being understood, even by the
people you’re closest to.

Chances are, you’ve accepted that as part of who you are, and maybe even grown
proud of it. But embracing that disconnection isn’t a requirement for ENTJ personalities.
It’s a misused defense mechanism, leading you down a lonely, inefficient path – gaining
insight into yourself and others is so much more rewarding.

This is no date-of-birth gimmick, and no, we did not spy on you – rather, we’ve spent
years studying ENTJs’ life stories, experiences, and patterns in hundreds of our
surveys. Step by step, insight by insight, we discovered how those who share your
qualities and outlook have overcome the challenges they’ve faced. You are a unique
individual, but you are not alone in this. It’s wise to learn from others’ experiences – and
we’d really like to share those insights with you.

As you move forward into the specialized guides and tests we offer, we go much deeper
into the ENTJ mind. We answer not just “what”, but “why?”, “how?”, and “what if?” Why
do you act the way you do? How do you find motivation and inspiration? What if you
moved beyond fear to pursue what you secretly want to achieve in life?
We can show you how to use your strengths to unlock your exceptional potential and
avoid common pitfalls, while also staying true to who you are – after all, that’s the point.
To see how you can grow to be the person you know you’re capable of being, in ways
that finally feel right – read on, ENTJ.

CORE THEORY

Assertive Commander (ENTJ-A) vs.

Turbulent Commander (ENTJ-T)
Commander personality types generally think and act big. But
their Identity personality traits can make a difference in how they express
themselves and how they react to life, other people, and the world around
them. For all their distinct and vivid common characteristics, Assertive
Commanders (ENTJ-A) and Turbulent Commanders (ENTJ-T) can have some
deep differences from each other.

Let’s examine how being Assertive or Turbulent affects these notably driven
and expressive people.

Internal Effects
While both personality types tend to forge ahead willfully in life, one of the
biggest differences between Assertive and Turbulent Commanders is how they
respond inside to routine stress. Assertive Commanders are much more likely
to keep their stress under control. They have an easier time moving forward in
a resolute Commander way, despite the feelings and thoughts that stress
brings.

93% of Assertive Commanders agree that they effectively manage the stress in their
life, versus 47% of Turbulent Commanders.

“HANDLING STRESS” SURVEY

It’s much more difficult for Turbulent Commanders to prevent even moderately
stressful events from affecting them. However, Commanders, in general, see
themselves as being on top of things and likely to rise to meet life’s challenges.
So, while Turbulent members of this personality type may experience stress
more acutely, it doesn’t necessarily derail their momentum in life.

It may alter their approach somewhat, though, when stress leads to negative
perceptions. Turbulent Commanders are more likely to feel pessimistic
following a setback, and this can affect their decision-making process. Notably,
they’re more likely than their Assertive counterparts to take steps to avoid
stress or seek a pause to gather themselves.

By contrast, Assertive Commanders are more likely to feel that stress helps
them focus or even perform better. Both variants of this personality type can be
aggressive and energetic. But in the case of Assertive individuals, stress is
more likely to feed their motivation – and perhaps even increase their energy.

68% of Assertive Commanders say they perform tasks better when under stress than
when they are calm, compared to 50% of Turbulent Commanders.

“HANDLING STRESS” SURVEY

When it comes to broader emotions, Assertive Commanders likely have an
easier time mastering their state of mind as well. The Identity characteristics
that make them less vulnerable to the effects of stress can also decrease the
influence of negative emotions. This is significant because Commanders tend
to prize their sense of dispassionate and decisive rationality. The Assertive trait
can support this personality type’s clarity of thought.

62% of Turbulent Commanders agree that negative emotions affect their ability to think
clearly to a large degree, versus 38% of Assertive Commanders.

“EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE” SURVEY

Emotional control is important to most Commanders – they value it in
themselves and respect it in others. But the way that Identity affects how these
personality types are influenced by emotion isn’t just about sensitivity to
negative effects or feelings. It can also play a part in how strongly, freely, and
readily Commanders experience and express a wide range of emotions.

For example, compared to their Assertive counterparts, Turbulent Commanders

are relatively open to “softer” or more positive feelings as well.
70% of Turbulent Commanders say they keep many things in their room that hold
special sentimental value for them, compared to 45% of Assertive Commanders.

“HEAD VS. HEART” SURVEY

But while Assertive Commanders may be less likely to connect with inner
sentiments, they’re also less likely to delve into darker feelings. This benefits
their self-esteem. Not only is their emotional state more stable, but it’s usually
more self-forgiving. Assertive Commanders are far more likely to report that
they rarely feel ashamed of themselves.

Overall, neither variant of this personality type is known for avoiding conflict or
difficulty. But it’s notable that Assertive Commanders tend to have an easier
time letting go of agitated thoughts or feelings that may arise from such
situations. These personalities are far less likely to report that they lie awake at
night thinking about the things that upset them during the day. By contrast,
Turbulent Commanders often struggle to move on or relax once they have
become upset.

External Effects
One of the reasons Assertive Commanders seem to have an easier time letting
go might be that they aren’t as easily upset in the first place. They have the
same capacity to become upset, but it’s not as likely to occur as it is for
Turbulent Commanders.

An Assertive Identity offers Commanders a somewhat greater – though far from

absolute – immunity to negative reactions to their experiences with people.
They are far less likely than Turbulent Commanders to report being easily upset
by other people.

91% of Assertive Commanders feel like they have control over their emotions, versus
59% of Turbulent Commanders.

“EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE” SURVEY

But Turbulent Commanders’ more sensitive reactions can also have positive
implications. When (or if) Commanders themselves are the source of conflict or
offense, it’s the Turbulent personalities that are more likely to be bothered by
their actions.
Commanders can be brusque, but Turbulent Commanders are much more
likely to report that they feel anxious if they know they’ve upset someone.
Accordingly, they may likewise demonstrate more concern. Assertive
Commanders are less likely to feel bad if they’ve hurt someone and,
consequently, aren’t as likely to take care to avoid doing so.

54% of Turbulent Commanders say they pick up most of their social cues from either
the environment they’re in or other people they’re with, compared to 24% of Assertive
Commanders.

“MANNERS” SURVEY
Even in dynamic, focused personality types like Commanders, the Turbulent
trait is usually associated with greater emotional volatility. This can affect their
conscious output just as much as their reactions, but not always negatively. It
can apply to positive interactions as well. For example, Turbulent Commanders
are more likely to report that they enjoy openly showing affection for people
they care about.

Commanders also externally express their Identity differences in ways beyond

the social realm. One of the most notable contrasts between the variants is
their sense – and demonstration – of confidence. Assertive Commanders are
broadly possessed of greater confidence, both innately and in response to
external events.

92% of Assertive Commanders rate their overall level of self-confidence as high or very
high, compared to 51% of Turbulent Commanders.

“SELF-CONFIDENCE” SURVEY
This difference in confidence can have far-reaching effects in life, influencing
how quickly Commanders recover from unwanted outcomes and how optimistic
they are. Both personality variants tend to be bold, but Turbulent Commanders
are more prone to worry and less likely to maintain their motivation in the face
of difficulty.

87% of Assertive Commanders say their motivation is more likely to increase when
something proves more difficult than they thought it would be, compared to 56% of
Turbulent Commanders.

“GIVING UP AND LETTING GO” SURVEY

 One manifestation of confidence is the way Commander personalities view
themselves physically. Assertive Commanders are less likely to be anxious
about their body image and somewhat more likely to consider themselves
attractive. Moreover, their opinion of the way they look is less likely to change
often.

78% of Assertive Commanders agree that they’re generally happy with the way they
look, versus 45% of Turbulent Commanders.

“BODY IMAGE” SURVEY

This echoes the general theme of stability versus volatility that is seen between
the two Identities, as well as relating to the specific subject of confidence in the
way they look.

Summary

 Turbulent Commanders are less likely to manage their stress effectively and
tend to have a hard time letting go of things that upset them.
 Assertive Commanders are more likely to feel that stress helps them focus and
perform.
 Negative emotions are more likely to affect Turbulent Commanders’ ability to
think clearly.
 Assertive Commanders are less likely to feel ashamed or maintain a negative
self-image.
 Turbulent Commanders are more likely to be easily upset by others and to be
anxious if they upset someone else.
 Assertive Commanders have an easier time than their Turbulent counterparts
feeling self-confident and maintaining their motivation in the face of difficulty.
 Turbulent Commanders are more likely to enjoy openly showing affection for
those they care about, as well as sentimentality in general.

Conclusions
There are many unique ways that this powerful personality type displays the
differences between Assertive and Turbulent Identity. It’s important to note that
each Identity is associated with specific challenges and advantages in certain
situations, but neither personality trait automatically has greater benefits. Given
this, learning to leverage the best of their traits while also balancing their
extremity helps Commanders lead happy and successful lives.