Knowing your personality typecan help with career planning at every stage from what to major in to pivoting careers. Over 2 million people are administered the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator assessment—or MBTI—worldwide each year. MBTI was founded by mother/daughter team Katharine Cook Briggs and Isabel Briggs Myers.

Based on Carl Jung’s renowned “16 Psychological Types”—Jung’s theory for self-understanding and life-long development—MBTI type descriptions, too, characterize 16 different types of personalities, providing positive, self-affirming goals; and noting blind spots and problems to avoid. MBTI career assessments provide ways for looking at occupations attractive to each of the 16 psychological types.

Career counselors use type tables to help clients find what might fit their personality best and help to highlight careers especially worth considering. The MBTI problem-solving model is a useful tool in the career planning process. Finally, counselors who understand the MBTI find it useful for individualizing counseling approaches and strategies to the type preferences of their clients.

The before Valentine’s Day Randi discussed career compatibility with career coach and certified MBTI practitioner, Lindsey Plewa. Plus updates in tech and love with returning guest, Julie Spira.

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