According to Keirsey Temperament Theory, there are four basic temperament groups which describe human behavior. These are referred to as Artisans, Guardians, Rationals and Idealists.
These four temperaments can be further
subdivided, often referred to as "Character Types". There are four types of
Artisans, four types of Guardians, four types of Rationals, and four types of
Idealists. Each of the sixteen personality types fits
into one of these temperament categories.
Providers take it upon themselves to insure the health and welfare of those in their care, but they are also the most sociable of all the Guardians, and thus are the great nurturers of social institutions such as schools, churches, social clubs, and civic groups. Providers are very likely more than ten percent of the population, and this...
Composers are in tune with their senses, and so have a sure grasp of what belongs, and what doesn't belong, in all kinds of works of art. While the other Artisans are skilled with people, tools, and entertainment, Composers have an exceptional ability to work with subtle differences in color, tone, texture, aroma, and flavor. Although...
Architects need not be thought of as only interested in drawing blueprints for buildings or roads or bridges. They are the master designers of all kinds of theoretical systems, including school curricula, corporate strategies, and new technologies. For Architects, the world exists primarily to be analyzed, understood, explained - and...
Counselors have an exceptionally strong desire to contribute to the welfare of others, and find great personal fulfillment interacting with people, nurturing their personal development, guiding them to realize their human potential. Although they are happy working at jobs (such as writing) that require solitude and close attention, Counselors do...