The Enthusiastic Inspirer
The Enthusiastic Inspirer

People with the Enthusiastic Inspirer personality type tend to be creative, outgoing, and enthusiastic. They enjoy spending time with others and are often the life of the party. ENFPs are also often very idealistic and can be seen as championing causes that they are passionate about.  

Enthusiastic Inspirers are often described as being "in the moment" and enjoying life to the fullest. They are often spontaneous and enjoy taking risks. This can sometimes lead to them being seen as impulsive or careless, but Enthusiastic Inspirers generally just enjoy living in the moment and embracing whatever comes their way.

Breaking down your traits

Once you better understand your traits, you will be able to foresee and avoid frustrating situations, find stimulating journeys and learn how to become your truest self.

Extrovert

Extraverted individuals focus their attention out into the world. They are stimulated and brought to life through their interactions with others and their environments. They are often more excitable than their introverted counterparts.

Intuitive

Intuitive individuals see the world through various perspectives and imagine what could be as much as what there is. Their curiosity and imagination allow them to see possibilities others may not. 

Feeling

Feeling individuals value the emotional aspects of humanity and nature. They are highly empathetic and aware of those around them and will often sacrifice their own goals to ensure harmony in the community.

Prospecting

Prospecting individuals are highly adaptable don’t like to be closed into a box. They prefer to have flexibility and the opportunity for spontaneous creation. 

Strengths

People with the Enthusiastic Inspirer personality type are creative and enthusiastic. They are often good at coming up with new ideas and thrive on change. They like to be around people and enjoy making others happy. Enthusiastic Inspirers are usually good at reading other people's emotions and understanding their needs. Additionally, they have a strong desire to help others grow and develop. People often see Enthusiastic Inspirers as supportive and caring because they genuinely want to make a difference in the world. However, people may also see them as overly idealistic or scatterbrained because they can be easily distracted by new ideas or projects.

Characteristics
  • Energetic
  • Enthusiastic
  • Imaginative
  • Creative
  • Passionate
  • Extroverted

Weaknesses

Enthusiastic Inspirer personality types are known for being charming and inspiring, but this outgoing nature can also be seen as overwhelming or intrusive. They have a habit of talking before thinking, which can lead to saying things they later regret. Their impulsivity may also lead to making hasty decisions without considering all the possible consequences. They tend to wear their heart on their sleeve, which can leave them feeling hurt or taken advantage of when people do not reciprocate their level of investment. They may also find it difficult to stick to routine or follow through on mundane tasks. The Enthusiastic Inspirers need for stimulation and change can make them appear fickle or flighty to others.

Characteristics
  • Impatient
  • Disorganized
  • Easily distracted
  • Over-stimulated
  • Short-sighted
  • Impulsive
  • Overly-sensitive

Careers

Enthusiastic Inspirers need variety and change, and because of this they tend to do better in work/ learning environments that are constantly changing and offer new challenges. They are drawn to people and things that are new and different, and they have a hard time staying interested in something if it becomes too familiar or predictable. Enthusiastic Inspirers learn best when the material is interesting, has practical value, and can be applied in a creative way. They may put tremendous energy into projects they believe are valuable, but they will also quickly move on to something else if they become bored or uninterested.

Enthusiastic Inspirers may do well in role that involve:

  • Creativity
  • Variety
  • New challenges regularly

Work with others

Enthusiastic Inspirers are often excellent at understanding and empathizing with others, and they use this ability to bring out the best in people. Enthusiastic Inspirers are able to get along with most people, and they are usually good at creating a positive working environment. They often have many ideas and can be very persuasive when it comes to getting others on board with their vision. Enthusiastic Inspirers also tend to be good at organizing and planning, which makes them valuable assets during the early stages of a project.

Avoid these professions

While there are plenty of great professions for Enthusiastic Inspirers, there are a few that we would recommend that they avoid. Enthusiastic Inspirers may not excel in high-stress or impersonal environments, and may not enjoy careers with a lot of rules or structure. Some of the careers below might be a poor fit for Enthusiastic Inspirers.

  • Management
  • Banking  
  • Medicine  
  • Engineering  
  • Accounting

Relationships

Enthusiastic Inspirers are often seen as the life of the party; they are outgoing, enthusiastic and love to engage with people. They also have a knack for seeing potential in others, making them great friends and partners. Enthusiastic Inspirers crave excitement and new experiences in their relationships, and can quickly become bored if things remain stagnant. They want their partner to be their best friend and biggest cheerleader; someone who is both loving and supportive. Enthusiastic Inspirers tend to be very open-minded individuals, which can sometimes lead to disagreements over final decisions made within the relationship.

Parenting style

Enthusiastic Inspirer parents are often warm and nurturing, valuing creativity and freedom of expression in their children. These parents see life as an adventure to be explored and believe that their children should be allowed to follow their natural curiosity. Enthusiastic Inspirers typically have a laissez faire parenting style, supporting their children's individual autonomy while providing a safe and loving environment. They often encourage risk-taking and creative exploration, trusting that their children will learn from their mistakes. This can sometimes lead to Enthusiastic Inspirers being seen as too lenient or inconsistent, but ultimately they want their children to be happy and independent adults.

Spirit Animal

Dolphin

Smart, friendly, and curious – dolphins capture many of the personality traits we love about Enthusiastic Inspirers. These marine mammals are very creative and inventive, finding unique ways to capture fish and survive. For example, they sometimes wear sponges on their noses to protect themselves near rocks. They’re also capable of playing, tumbling, leaping, and socializing for enjoyment and fun. Like Enthusiastic Inspirers, their creativity knows no bounds!