Famous Tigers:

ISTP: TIGER Ellen MacArthur, Clint Eastwood and Tom Cruise - quiet,
BUZZWORDS: Independent, analytical & determined
curious, determined and adaptable.
Tigers are rare, as are ISTPs. Although there Shrek, the hero of the films named after him.
are only five species left, they are determined and strong, Remember, sharing his personality does not mean you
like ISTPs. They are the largest cat and can be confident look like him! He is quiet, determined, independent,
and assertive explorers, enjoying finding out about the adaptable and practical and enjoys his own space and
world around them, like ISTPs. company. Will stand up for what he believes in.
Strengths Preferred learning style
 Can work quietly and steadily on a number of things at once.  They like quiet for concentration and can work well alone.
 Like using skills they’ve already learned.  They like to know what the practical benefits are before
starting.
 Can look at situations and make decisions without getting  They like a logical order, to know what they’re supposed to do,
upset.
but not how to do it (they’ll work out their own way).
 Can organise the facts carefully.
 Can stand up for what they believe in, even if others don’t Revision tips
agree.  They tend to prefer practical, hands-on learning and may try to
 Can be flexible and try new ways to get things done. get away with the bare minimum on assignments.
 Can be patient with routine.  They could learn themselves, not leaving things to the last
When they’re pointing in a positive direction minute.
 They are good at analysing situations. Degree course ideas
 They stand up for what they believe in.  ecology, biological sciences, geology
 They are good listeners, practical, logical and flexible.  agriculture, horticulture, landscape architecture
 They learn from their mistakes.  engineering, built environment (surveying/town planning)
 They have fun. To reduce stress
Share your good ideas and humour around.
When they’re pointing in a negative direction
 They have emotional outbursts and mood swings.
 They argue over tiny details.
As a teenager In an argument
o They’re honest and realistic with great common sense and a  Would rather go away and think things through.
love for life.  Keep quiet until things build up so much that they explode.
o If someone doesn’t make sense, they’ll tell them so. This can  Argue specific facts.
sometimes make them seem stubborn and strong willed.  Focus on details.
o They could try to take into account the personal needs and  Tell people not to ‘get emotional’.
feelings of friends and family – criticise only when they really  Say ‘its not personal’.
need to.  Thrown in extra issues – ‘and another thing’.
 Argue both sides.
As a boyfriend/girlfriend How to avoid an argument
o They’re usually good fun to be with.  Allow people to talk through their ideas and don’t assume
o May sometimes be too honest with their opinions for their own their ideas are rubbish because they’re thinking out loud.
good.  Don’t dismiss new ideas straight away.
In a parent/child relationship (note: parent/child can be  Let others dream and fantasise.
substituted for other relationships, eg friendships, marriages & working relationships)  Consider people’s emotions, not just the task & the goals.
Parent:  Say what’s in it for people.
o Tend to be ‘hands off’ in approach, encouraging their children to  Focus on making decisions.
explore, spread their wings and learn by doing.  Stick to the point.
o They are hard to fool. Preferred job roles & themes
o Tend to become strict if disobeyed. explorer / firefighter / performer / operator
Child:  Satisfying enjoyable work rather than a ‘career’ usually
o Tend to be bold and daring and interested in physical activities appeals.
(music/art/sports/events/holidays/socialising)  agriculture, horticulture, landscape architecture, forestry,
o Like having fun. environmental work
Buying a present for a Tiger?  engineering and crafts can provide satisfaction
o A day out to a favourite place, probably where there aren’t a lot of  law & legal work, trading standards, armed services
other people about.  TV camera operator, wildlife photographer, transport manager
Jobs that don’t require loads of qualifications
bus/taxi driver / roofer / refuse collector / toolmaker / garden-centre
worker / car mechanic/fitter / tiler / farm worker / roadie /
warehouse worker / windscreen repairer / construction crafts