Why Him? Why Her? (Helen Fisher Test)

[TreeBob]

Director primary traits

Decisive
Focused
Analytical
Logical
Competitive
Self disciplined
Independent

Explorer secondary traits

Novelty seeking
Impulsive and spontaneous
Curious
Creative
Flexible
Open-minded
Energetic

 

[Agnes]

I'm Director/Negotiator

I find this more accurate than my MBTI cause it embodies my T and F. I'm extremely analytical and extremely emotional. By this I would be ENTJ, but I'm not F handicapped. I can for example be so awfully sharp straight to the point thinking raw but also very tactful towards others and feeling their emotions, so if I hurt them I also hurt myself.

 

[Cellmold]

Any way to do this test without signing up?

 

[Cimarron]

I took this one about two years ago; I was nearly tied between Director and Builder. (Took it the first time, one was ahead, then retook it to see how close it was to the border, and they switched) Or should I get a more recent result?

 

[Amargith]

I took this one about two years ago; I was nearly tied between Director and Builder. (Took it the first time, one was ahead, then retook it to see how close it was to the border, and they switched) Or should I get a more recent result?

How are you so the opposite of [MENTION=5418]Lady_X[/MENTION] ; she takes the test two times coz she forgets she has taken it, and forgets yet again that she did. You otoh, still remember this stuff like it was yesterday

No, I'm good with you not taking the test again - tnx for the input

 

[five sounds]

My test is broken...does anyone seriously think this describes me at all?

Builder/Negotiator

Um apparently I like....

-people, community, managing others, community and socialising...

Here's a great quote that's me all over...

And with your imagination and people skills, just about everybody likes you.

hidden potential?

 

[Lady_X]

How are you so the opposite of [MENTION=5418]Lady_X[/MENTION] ; she takes the test two times coz she forgets she has taken it, and forgets yet again that she did. You otoh, still remember this stuff like it was yesterday

No, I'm good with you not taking the test again - tnx for the input

omg that's embarrassing! i didn't realize i forgot last time or took it twice!!

 

[Amargith]

omg that's embarrassing! i didn't realize i forgot last time or took it twice!!

I only know coz I recently reread the thread. It was highly amusing and so adorably enfp

 

[EcK]

As I said on another thread, I made a profile with match.com or somewhere and took her test, just to see what it was all about. I thought it was hokey and a copy of MBTI with a Keirsyan flavor, in fact her colors and look even mimic keirsey's site and descriptions. I know she only has 12 versus 16 types, but she still has 4 categories. I don't see any new thought behind the idea or the test, personally. If anything, I think she is taking others' ideas, changing them just enough, and passing them off as her own to exploit the current interest in personality typing, with all the lack of integrity that implies.

Crossed my mind.

 

[hjgbujhghg]

I got NEGOTIATOR/explorer

I don't relate to it much though

 

[Amargith]

It would be interesting to see if we could test-drive and use this system for the many people out there that seem to want to find a romantic partner using typology. At least this system was developed and tested with this in mind. That's more than can be said of MBTI or Enneagram.

 

[small.wonder]

Interesting system, my results were: Negotiator/Explorer though it feels a little overly social and gushy for me.

You see the big picture. You easily take the broad, long view of almost any topic. You are comfortable juggling myriad facts. You tend to synthesize material easily and think in webs of factors, not straight lines. You are imaginative and enjoy ideas.

You are also socially savvy. You are good at both talking and listening. And you generally read people's faces, body postures and tone of voice accurately, so you often intuitively understand what people want and need.

You are also highly compassionate. You care deeply about others. So you are inclined to make personal sacrifices to be a supportive friend and colleague. And you are idealistic and altruistic; you like to work to improve the world.

And you have an adventurous side; you enjoy new ideas and novel experiences and you want to share these with an enthusiastic partner. But you are particularly fond of people who are direct, decisive, focused and tough-minded, people who complement your more flexible, agreeable and affable style.

As a Negotiator, you seek a spiritual, life long connection to a "true love". But you don't want someone who is emotionally dependent. You admire people who need a good deal of autonomy. Marriage is important to you; but the social pledge of matrimony is far less sacred than the personal commitment you privately make to your beloved. You avoid conflict and strive for harmony in your primary relationship. So you express your love regularly-with hugs, thoughtful presents, romantic weekends or by creating other special times together. And you want a mate who is daring, playful and adventurous, yet one who will balance you-someone who is calm, decisive, strong-willed, focused and supportive of your enthusiastic, caring and imaginative spirit.

You dislike conflict. You seek "win-win" solutions. You are good at sharing power and ideas. And you are a master at the art of intimacy-building deep and exciting relationships with others. Nevertheless, you often enjoy solitude or intense interactions with just one individual or a few close friends. And you particularly enjoy people who like to play with abstract theories and ideas, provide insights, search for symbolic meanings in life and relationships and have a broad interest in the world.

I actually do really well with (and may too readily enter into) conflict, and because of that I am actually pretty good at "intimacy-building" as they put it. Interesting that they would think conflict aversion would make for intimacy building.

Because you can see so many angles to an issue or decision, you can be indecisive.
Your need to please can turn to placating and your trusting nature can make you gullible.
When you feel betrayed you can be unforgiving and hold a grudge too long.

Most of the above quoted is false, as was the "words I'd used to describe myself" section.

Overall, somewhat accurate.

 

[violaine]

Negotiator/explorer.

 

[Nara]

Explorer/Negotiator

Hm.

 

[libby]

Director/Explorer

 

[prplchknz]

director/negotiator

 

[statuesquechica]

Negotiator/Director with Explorer coming in with high score...seems pretty accurate (including qualities I gravitate towards in a Director/Negotiator)

 

[Doctor Cringelord]

Interesting...

DIRECTOR/explorer

You seek challenges. You are a tough-minded, independent thinker who likes to explore ideas or problems thoroughly. You focus easily. And you are systematic and exacting in pursuing your interests and goals. You are also assertive. You have a lot of energy. You think quickly, make decisions faster than most, and take an analytical approach to people, issues and ideas.

You are not conventional in your attitudes or values. Autonomy is essential to you. You do not follow the rules unless the rules are logical and useful. Nor do you unreservedly respect authority. Instead, you tend to be skeptical, irreverent and pragmatic. And you are comfortable working or pursuing your hobbies alone.

Yet you have a wild side. You are daring; you like novel ideas and new adventures. You are not interested in maintaining routine social engagements either, and you can't tolerate "small talk." Instead, you make a few very close friends, particularly with individuals who share your interests.

DIRECTOR primary traits

Decisive, Focused, Analytical, Logical, Competitive, Self disciplined, Independent

EXPLORER secondary traits

Novelty seeking, impulsive and spontaneous, Curious, Creative, Flexible, Open-minded, Energetic

 

[Kullervo]

You are an independent thinker who builds theories and approaches problems with an analytical, exacting, systematic and resourceful mind. And with your persistence, logic and determination, you tend to find innovative solutions to complex problems. You are particularly good with technical problems, those of mechanics, engineering, math, medicine, accounting, music or other "rule based" systems.

Although you enjoy being part of a stable, secure social network, you easily spend time alone, pursuing your own projects and goals at your own speed, according to your own rules. You can focus your attention to the exclusion of all around you. And you have a deep sense of autonomy.

You are a private person; you contain your emotions. You are also calm, efficient, quick to make decisions and remarkably self-disciplined. Yet you have a traditional, even sentimental streak. Family is important to you and you can be very protective of those you love.

 

[Kyo]

DIRECTOR/NEGOTIATOR

About your personality type

You are an analytical, focused and independent thinker with a deep interest in how the world works. You quickly grasp patterns and relationships and see the many sides of any complex issue. And when you focus on a particular business, social, personal or intellectual problem, you often come up with a novel solution. You are tough minded, skeptical and imaginative.

You want to make an impact on the world. And with your aptitude for theoretical thinking, your investigative rigor, your logic and your determination, you are likely to win the honors your hard work deserves.

Despite your need for independence and your resistance to any regulations or codes of conduct you find controlling, you make close friends. You like being with friends who provide stimulating conversation, as well as express their emotions and inner feelings. And you work to maintain these authentic connections.

You are a complex person, outwardly assertive, logical, skeptical and focused, yet you can feel and express genuine sympathy for others.

Director Primary Traits

Decisive
Focused
Analytical
Logical
Competitive
Self disciplined
Independent

Negotiator Secondary Traits

Sees the big picture
Imaginative
Intuitive
Verbal skills
Empathetic
Trusting
Introspective

In love and relationships

As a Director, you tend to be loyal, uncomplaining and not possessive. You like individuals who want to play with abstract ideas and explore the complex ways the world works. You seek a "mind mate." Because you are often direct and bold, you unconsciously seek someone who is socially nuanced. Because you analyze your emotions, as well as hide them, you also like people who are emotionally expressive. Once you find someone who fits within your mental template of the ideal mate, you can dedicate yourself to this partnership. And once committed, you feel pledged to the union--often long before wedding. However, as you rarely follow rules or customs unless necessary, marriage is not as important to you as your personal vows. You work to sustain romance throughout a relationship, too. You give special gifts and celebrate special partnership events with flair and sensitivity.

Relating to others

You love knowledge so you engage your friends and family with rigorous, theoretical and broad discussions that can be highly entertaining and informative. And when you are interested, you can be a very sensitive and insightful companion.

Things to be aware of

You are susceptible to intense anger when you feel hurt, disappointed or frustrated.
Your ambition can lead to workaholism.
You can be impatient with chit chat and routine social engagements

Spark Factor

You tend to naturally gravitate to NEGOTIATOR/directors.