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The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a self-reported questionnaire that categorizes users into one of 16 possible personality types (Luthans et al., 2021, p. 110). Based on my self-assessment I received the ISFJ-T personality, or The Defender, which stands for Introverted, Sensing, Feeling, Judging, and Turbulent. This personality type is known for being reserved and reflective, while also unassuming. Other personality traits include dependable, attention to detail, hardworking, loyal, and compassionate. The "Turbulent" aspect of the ISFJ-T type means that individuals may struggle with self-doubt and anxiety, especially in stressful situations. Conversely, ISFJ personality type can be overly critical of themselves and take things personally. I feel this accurately reflects my personality, as I am overly critical of myself during periods of reflection; however, I am highly dependable and compassionate toward others. My partner completed this assessment from her perspective of my personality and hit the nail on the head with the ISFJ-T.

The Big Five Personality Test, is another personality assessment that measures an individual's personality based on five core traits, which include open-mindedness, extraversion, conscientiousness, agreeableness, and negative emotionality (Luthans et al., 2021, p.108). My scores in order of strength include: conscientiousness (91^st percentile), negative emotionality (72^nd percentile), open-mindedness (53^rd percentile), agreeableness (51^st percentile), and extraversion (46^th percentile). Again, my partner completed this test from her perspective of my personality and our scores varied more for this assessment than the MBTI. While she ranked me high for conscientiousness (90^th percentile), open-mindedness (62^nd percentile), extraversion (65^th percentile), and agreeableness (70^th percentile), she scored me lower for negative emotionality (40^th percentile). As identified in the MBTI, I tend to be critical of myself and these scores potentially reflect an aspect of that. While I scored myself as more insecure, critical, and reserved, her perception of me is one of a more outgoing, calm, and courteous demeanor.

In 2019, Bakker et al. studied the impact of daily strengths utilization on work engagement and affect. They found that utilization of strengths fosters a positive affect and improved work engagement, thus suggesting leaders should support employee autonomy and attempt to provide work experience that utilizes employees unique strengths. As an occupational therapist working in an acute care hospital, I aid in the rehabilitation of patients during some of the most traumatic and overwhelming periods of their lives. This can be an emotionally and physically taxing profession. Fortuitously, the MBTI personality assessment for ISFJ suggests preferred careers, such as occupational therapy. I do feel my compassionate, reflective, and analytical traits are strengths within my current profession and I often get to utilize these behaviors in my work performance. When reflecting on my Big Five results, my high level of conscientiousness is a highly-utilized skill and asset to my fast-paced workflow, allowing me to maximize efficiency through self-discipline and organization. Conversely, my 46^th percentile score for extraversion, or tendency toward introverted or reserved behavior, can occasionally be an aspect of my personality I need to pay close attention to during hectic work days as I have a tendency to become overwhelmed by interaction and can lead to burn out.