ESFJ On A Team

How ESFJs Build Relationships

For them, team relationships are about support and a genuine concern for the welfare of others. Team relationships are about sharing the life of the business, being part of something, and creating a feeling of family. They will often sacrifice for what will benefit others and may put the needs of others ahead of their own to the point of losing themselves to the relationships. When they are aware of hurting other people's feelings, they may skirt heavy issues to maintain equilibrium...

How ESFJs Deal with Conflict

When conflict occurs, their first concern is that people don't get hurt. First they may have quite an emotional reaction. Then they seek a workable compromise to move matters along and reduce the tension from the conflict...

To Forge Better Relationships with ESFJs...

Provide a team environment that is open and honest, with attention paid to relationships and personal cooperation. They are most comfortable with routine and a secure, stable work environment. Give them appreciation and meaningful support for who they are and what they do. Give advance notice of change with information about the background and rationale for the change...

How ESFJs Approach Doing Work

They want to accept and help others so will focus on making people feel comfortable and involved. They will want to be sure there is time to hear everyone's concerns so that the needs of each person can be accommodated. They are likely to be quick to compromise to move things along. They want to know what the roles are and who is in charge...

How ESFJs Make Decisions

They often make quick decisions for the welfare of others. When the direction and sequence of a task are clear, they move forward quickly...

How ESFJs Respond to Change

Change will not be pursued merely for the sake of change. If a new decision will be more helpful, then they will change direction as needed...