ESTJ Leadership Style
ESTJs are well known as one of the best leaders among MBTI Types. Why?
Let’s learn about their Leadership Style
ESTJ leaders are no-nonsense and task-oriented
They want to make sure things get done well and on time, and they have no qualms telling someone that their work is not up to standard. They may even fire an employee when they deem it necessary. To the ESTJ, the organization is first, and everything else should be put aside for the cause of the organization.
As a result, ESTJs will come forth as overbearing and controlling at times. The more sensitive followers may sometimes be offended by the straightforward and frank approach of the ESTJ leader.
ESTJs are very good with logistics
They can organize people and resources clearly and in a planned manner to ensure they cover all grounds. Project management is second nature to them, and they have little trouble creating backup plans and setting deadlines. When a task is given to an ESTJ leader, expect them to finish what they started.
ESTJs Are Detail Planners
ESTJs’ preferred way of setting direction and vision is usually in small, incremental, specific steps. This behavior applies to organizational settings as well. Their visions are typically set in clear, specific steps and presented to their team in unambiguous language. Most people should have little or no trouble understanding what the ESTJ leader requires of them.
ESTJs are task-oriented people
They can discipline themselves well to achieve goals and objectives in their lives. However, big ideas and visions do not move them to action. They do not trust intangible or abstract goals; rather, they prefer short-term tasks to be done and immediate goals to be accomplished.
ESTJs have little or no problem working on tasks that they have set themselves to do
they are most likely to finish by deadlines they have set themselves. When facing up to difficult tasks, ESTJs will be persistent; giving up things like sleep or socializing time to get the job done.
They are precise in their giving of instructions and setting of direction
They are committed, persevering, and responsible leaders.
- ESTJ on a Team
ESTJs are take-charge types who bring order and industrious energy to a team, focusing on opportunities to implement structure and take decisive action. - ESTJs don’t mince words, sharing their objective evaluation of the situation directly and honestly. They are hard workers, productive, and oriented to results, and expect others to fall in step with their methodic determination.
- ESTJs are very task-focused and may become impatient with colleagues who want to discuss things for too long before deciding on action steps, especially if the discussion is overly abstract or theoretical. They will tend to try to take the lead in making a decision and moving on with a concrete plan of action.
- ESTJs are consummate planners with respect for schedules and deadlines and are reluctant to stray from the plan. They want to know the established procedure and may be annoyed by team members who don’t follow the rules.
TIPS for ESTJ Leaders
Here are some tips for development:
Motivate your team by telling your team about the big vision and why should they help you
Although it may not be true for you, some people will work harder and strive for the organization if they share the beliefs and values of the organization. Don’t just tell your team what they have to do, tell them why they’re doing it and how it helps the organization achieve its goals. For a good reason, people are more likely to give their best.
Praise and appreciate your team
Praise and appreciation motivate most individuals. When tasks or projects are completed and done well, remember to thank and appreciate the people who have brought about that success. Sometimes, just a public acknowledgment of their contribution is good enough. If not, email or a written note could mean a lot too.
Don’t be judgmental
You may tend to judge someone who does not perform up to par in the quality of their work or their behaviors. Learn to withhold your judgment, seeking more information, and asking yourself the possible reasons that an individual is behaving; you may build an even deeper connection with him/her as you inquire instead.
Love,
Fristy
References
Personality Central. (2018). ESTJ Leadership. https://personality-central.com/personality_types/estj-leadership/
Truity. (2021). The best careers for ESTJ personality types. https://www.typefinder.com/personality-type-tf/ESTJ
