Myers-Briggs Type Indicator/Experiencer
| Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Introduction | Four polar dimensions: E/I, S/N, T/F, J/P | Four basic temperaments: SJ, SP, NT, NF | The sixteen types QuickTyping | At work | Criticisms | Further reading |
The "Artisan" is another name for the Sensing Perceiver. This includes the four types ESTP, ESFP, ISTP, ISFP. About 30% of people are classified as Artisans. Barbra Streisand, Elvis Presley, Franklin Roosevelt, and Clint Eastwood are all examples of Artisans.
Personality
[edit | edit source]The Artisan is typically quite playful, tends to live in the moment, have fun, get along easily with people, and be carefree and easy-going. He/She is impulsive and seeks the next experience or adventure. This person does not spend much time planning or philosophizing, preferring to take spontaneous action. He/She can gravitate toward risky activities. They love keeping their friends happy and will often challenge them to contests of skill such as video games or physical challenges, "Race you to the playground!".
Profession
[edit | edit source]They are the artists of the society, the performers. Artisans tend to dislike too many rules and gravitate towards hands-on professions and hobbies involving tools or crafts.
Communication
[edit | edit source]Their speaking style is simple and concrete. They don't use many methaphors and like to gesticulate. Body language expresses more.
Appearance
[edit | edit source]SPs tend to dress casually and in sporty apparel. As sensors, SPs are aware of the colors and textures of their clothes but sometimes may appear messy. Some SPs love to feel good-looking and stylish, but still comfortable.
Hobbies
[edit | edit source]Working on cars, extreme sports, woodworking and gardening are common SP hobbies. SPs may also like painting, music and the fine arts if they have an artistic streak.