What It’s Like Being an INFJ Teacher
I used to think I was too much of an introvert to teach. But my INFJ personality makes me perfectly suited to the job.
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I used to think I was too much of an introvert to teach. But my INFJ personality makes me perfectly suited to the job.
Imagine a workspace where fluorescent lights illuminate a gray, open-office plan. Your work is constantly interrupted by the din of coworkers loudly chatting. And then there are the phones.
I am unable to think or speak clearly on the spot. Like many introverts, I need a little time to think things through before responding.
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