Workplace Habits
With their warmth and open-mindedness, Campaigners (ENFPs) often find ways to make their workplaces more creative, inspiring, and caring – no matter where they may be on the career ladder. Whether they’re a brand-new hire or a CEO, Campaigners feel happiest when they have the time and freedom to explore new ideas. And if they can explore those ideas alongside other people who share their excitement – well, that’s even better.
Some personality types are sticklers for workplace hierarchies, but Campaigners see all of their colleagues as their equals. Sure, they may want to impress their boss, but chances are they want to make a good impression on everyone else as well.
Campaigner Subordinates
As employees, Campaigners often impress their managers with their creativity and adaptability. People with this personality type are happy to experiment with new ways of doing things and to change course when necessary. They also stand out as excellent listeners, always eager to consider other people’s perspectives.
Like any personality type, though, Campaigner subordinates have their pet peeves. Chief among these is micromanagement. Campaigners care about doing a good job, and they often feel that they do their best work when they can move at their own pace and do things in their own style.
That said, many people with this personality type do benefit from some direct management and oversight. Campaigners are notorious for skipping ahead to a new project before they’ve completed the last one. They love exploring new endeavors, but once a project’s allure begins to fade, they may find it difficult to stay motivated. In this spirit, Campaigners may find it helpful to view check-ins from their bosses as accountability and encouragement – in other words, teamwork – rather than micromanagement.
Campaigner Colleagues
Campaigners view the people they work with not just as coworkers but as friends. People with this personality type take a genuine interest in their colleagues, curious about what makes them tick.
Campaigners are always on the search for win-win solutions to any problem. They don’t want to succeed at other people’s expense, and they rarely put down a colleague to make themselves look good. Instead, they give credit where it’s due and lavish praise on anyone who does a good job. Group brainstorms are their forte. Campaigners listen to other people’s viewpoints and suggestions not just with tolerance but also genuine excitement.
Their ability to relax and have fun will always make these personalities popular around the watercooler. But what sets Campaigners apart is how they can transform their popularity into natural leadership, inspiring their colleagues to band together in teams and collaborate to reach their goals.
Campaigner Managers
Campaigner bosses don’t talk down to the people who work for them. In fact, managers with this personality type behave much like they did before they were in charge – they establish real connections with their employees, and they inspire by example rather than shouting orders from behind their desks.
However, not everyone shares this perspective on leadership. In the absence of clear orders, some employees may feel that they are being expected to read Campaigners’ minds. And some teams may need strict deadlines and timetables in order to succeed in their projects.
For Campaigner personality types, it can be especially difficult to reprimand or fire employees – even those who deserve it. Unless they set boundaries and expectations, Campaigner bosses may end up disappointed or even taken advantage of by the people who work for them.
Fortunately, these personalities have the sensitivity and insight to recognize when their team needs more structure or discipline in order to thrive. And while it may not be easy, Campaigners can use their communication skills and empathy to handle even the most challenging workplace situations in a way that is kind and fair.