Does Myers Briggs predict job performance?

Myers-Briggs can be an effective primer to have discussions about personal styles and preferences. But, there is no evidence to suggest that personality types as measured by the MBTI predict job performance. You could get into some serious trouble if you hire people based on factors that don’t predict job performance.

Which MBTI type is most successful?

ENTJ
Individuals with the ENTJ (Extroverted, Intuitive, Thinking, Judging) type, who tend to be natural leaders, earn the most money, on average.

Do employers use Myers-Briggs?

Currently, 13\% of US employers take advantage of personality tests, and approximately 10,000 employees, 2,500 colleges, and 200 federal agencies use the Myers-Briggs instrument. As the Myers-Briggs test and others are implemented into the workplace, certain laws and ethical guidelines are infringed upon.

What personality type do employers look for?

A 2014 study by the career resource and job-listing site CareerBuilder found that many employers prioritize the same soft skills in employees, looking for candidates who are dependable, positive, flexible and effective communicators who work well under pressure, among other personality traits.

What personality type are CEOs?

On the positive side, ENTJ personality is called the “CEO Personality Type”. However, it is also known as the “insensitive” binary personality. While ENTJ CEOs can be charming and great strategists, they can push the most important people in their startup and home life away.

Do therapists use Myers-Briggs?

The MBTI has been used, or I should say misused, in many ways. For example, in premarital counseling, the MBTI has been used to gauge the “compatibility” of couples. There is really no evidence to support this use.

Are personality tests for jobs Legal?

No federal law makes administering a personality test in the hiring process illegal per se. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has published guidance that clarifies you can administer personality tests as long as they couldn’t be used to identify a mental disorder.