Introvert extrovert and ambivert test

Introvert, Extrovert, Ambivert Quiz | Psychologia

Being an extrovert or an introvert isn’t as black and white as one may think. It’s more of a spectrum with two polar ends, and most people fall somewhere in between. Where are you on this spectrum?

Answer the questions below to find out.

I am a very self-reliant person.
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I always consult others before making a decision.
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I want other people to like me for my intellectual abilities rather than for being friendly.
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I think I can handle time alone better than most people I know.
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To me, reading books or watching movies is more enjoyable than spending time with people I don’t even know that well.
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Spending time with friends helps me relax and forget my problems for a while.
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I want to meet as many people as possible.
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When feeling down, I seek support from others.
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I avoid crowded places.
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Building relationships with other people is one of my priorities.
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I don’t particularly enjoy teamwork and work much better alone.
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I get along with people quickly and easily.
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I don’t think I have to tell everything to my friends.
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I never bottle up my emotions.
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I think small talk can be very important.
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I can easily move to a new city because I can always make new friends.
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I enjoy meeting new people.
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I feel uncomfortable around overly emotional people.
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I spend lots of time with my friends.
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I don’t worry about being liked by strangers.
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I need some time alone every single day.
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I get along with open and expressive people.
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I avoid parties.
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Being alone for any significant period of time feels very uncomfortable.
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I make decisions without input from others unless they are experts.
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I never enjoyed group projects at work.
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Making friends was always easy for me.
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Hanging out with friends feels like a waste of time most of the time.
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Some people are just too demanding for me.
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I keep my feelings to myself.
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If you scored 0-59, you are an introvert.
If you scored 120-180, you are an extrovert.
If you scored somewhere in between (60-119), you are an ambivert.

It’s not a condition that you match all extroverted or introverted characteristics to be classified as an extrovert or an introvert.

Because it is more of a continuum line, some introverts are more extroverted than other introverts, and some extroverts are more private than other extroverts.

And some people possess so many characteristics of both introverts and extroverts that they cannot be clearly classified as one or the other. People who have a balance of extroverted and introverted features are called ambiverts.

Another important point to keep in mind is that one’s personality may change over the course of a lifetime. Fluctuations in the personality spectrum are normal and to be expected.

In particular, some ambiverts may lean towards one or the other end of the continuum line, becoming introverts or extroverts due to their circumstances and life experiences.

Depending on your score, you can estimate where you fall on the continuum line.

Extrovert

You are a lively and gregarious person and thrive off interaction.
You are energized by interacting with people and the outside world.
You like to be the center of attention.
You are rarely intimidated by someone you don’t know very well.
You almost never turn down invitations.
You have an extensive social network with lots of friends and acquaintances.
You are more comfortable with risk than the other two types.
You are more likely to consult others before making a decision.
You are more likely to have an optimistic attitude to life.
You are more likely to make spontaneous decisions.

Introvert

First of all, it’s important to mention what introverts are not. THEY ARE NOT

necessarily shy, or
anxious, or
socially awkward.

However, as an introvert,

You are very selective about the people you keep around and probably have very few close friends.
You feel comfortable being alone.
You tend to avoid parties and crowds.
You are very independent.
You tend to be reserved and introspective.
You don’t get pulled into other people’s drama.
You are a very reflective person.
You prefer to work alone.
You enjoy observing the outside world.
You have a very active mind.
You would rather text than talk.

Ambivert

You are somewhere in the middle of the spectrum and display characteristics of both types.

Moreover, as an ambivert, you are likely to be more flexible in the sense that you can adapt to different social situations.

While you feel comfortable in different social settings, you also enjoy your time alone.

Another important characteristic of ambiverts is that they know when to talk and when to listen.

Overall, ambiverts are usually well-balanced people who can wear many different hats and be successful at it.

What is an Ambivert? Are You an Introvert, Extrovert or Ambivert?

Do you think you are an ambivert? I always have struggled with the question:

“Are you an extrovert or introvert?”

Like many people, I don’t quite fit into either category. In this article and video I want to introduce you to the concept of an ambivert.

What is an ambivert? An ambivert is someone who exhibits qualities of both introversion and extroversion, and can flip into either depending on their mood, context, and goals.

Ambiverts have also been called:

Outgoing introverts: An introvert who can be outgoing in certain situations, around certain people, or when they absolutely need to.
Antisocial extroverts: An extrovert who needs time to recharge before socializing, or who likes to be alone more than a typical extrovert.
Social introverts: An introvert who can dial up into extroversion when needed.

Extroversion and introversion describe how someone reacts to people. Ambiverts are flexible in how they react to people.

In the right context, in the right mood, around the right people, ambiverts can flip up into extroversion.
In difficult contexts, when tired or cranky, or around toxic people, ambiverts can flip down into introversion.

Here are some of the differences between extroverts, ambiverts and introverts:

Research has found that how we react to people is physiological. This study found that we judge someone’s level of extroversion or introversion immediately–often based on facial structure. For example:

We can also self-select our tendency toward extroversion. Which explanation sounds more like you?

I am drawn to people; I get energy from social gatherings, and am fairly outgoing. (Extrovert)
It’s draining to be around lots of people. I prefer peace, solitude, and quiet time. I usually crave alone time in my free time. (Introvert)
It depends. (Ambivert)

I will use the terms as labels for the sake of the article, but let’s get one thing straight:

Ambiversion Is Not a Label, It’s a Spectrum

Instead of thinking about extroversion or introversion as labels, let’s use an extroversion spectrum:

When I talk about the Big 5 Personality Traits, I explain the extroversion scale. You can rank low, high, or medium. People who fall in the middle of the spectrum are called ambiverts.

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Why Ambiverts Are Amazing

Many people assume that extroverts are the best at sales, the best leaders, and the most successful at work—WRONG! Adam Grant, an associate professor at Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, analyzed 35 separate studies and found the statistical relationship between extroversion and income was basically zero.

He conducted a personality survey and collected three-month sales records for more than 300 salespeople, both male and female. The people who ranked right in the middle for extroversion and introversion–ambiverts–turned out to be the best salespeople.

“Ambiverts pulled in 24% more revenue than introverts, and a mind-boggling 32% more revenue than extroverts!”

Grant theorized that ambiverts seem to strike a balance between the two more extreme personality traits:

“The ambivert advantage stems from the tendency to be assertive and enthusiastic enough to persuade and close, but at the same time, listening carefully to customers and avoiding the appearance of being overly confident or excited,” Grant said.

Are You An Ambivert?

First, let’s find out how you rank on the scale. Do you think you might be an ambivert? Or do you know one in your life? Take the Ambivert Quiz:

Take the Quiz

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Situational Introversion

Ambiverts typically slide up and down the spectrum depending on the situation, context, and people around them. I call this situational introversion.

For example, certain locations make me extremely nervous and quiet—nightclubs, rooftop bars, and stereotypically ‘chic’ places make me feel super out of place. Whereas, in learning environments — such as classrooms, workshops or seminars — you can’t get me to shut up. I constantly have my hand raised, try to make friends with everyone sitting within ten feet of me, and always ask for extra credit.

If you want to master your people skills you have to build a solid foundation.

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Find Your Nourishing Locations

I split locations into three categories: Survive, Neutral, and Thrive.

Use this list of common places to find your top three thrive locations — places where you are your best self, and your top three survive locations — places where you dread going.

Bars
Nightclubs
Restaurants
House Party
Board Rooms
Office Meetings
Conferences
Coffee Shops
Cocktail Party
Backyard BBQ
Networking Event

For example, here are mine:

When you know where you thrive, you can build your schedule and your time around the locations where you can be your best self.

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Find Your Nourishing People

People also can affect where we fall on the extroversion scale. Who brings out the best in you? Are there people you dread seeing? How about people you can’t get enough of?

Right now, make a list of the toxic and nourishing people in your life:

Nourishing:

Toxic:

See every person on that nourishing list? Text, email, or call them right now to get together.

See every person on that toxic list? You deserve to be around people who sustain you.

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The Ambivert Advantage

Being able to balance both extroversion and introversion is an asset. Study these associated traits, courtesy of Larry Kim:

Flexible: Ambiverts typically can adapt to context and situations more easily.
Stable: According to psychologist Hans Eysenck, who coined the term “ambivert” in 1947, ambiverts offer a good balance between the hypersensitivity of some introverts and the domineering attitude of some extroverts.
Intuitive: Daniel Pink said that ambiverts “know when to speak up and when to shut up, when to inspect and when to respond, when to push and when to hold back.”

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Ambivert Problems

With all that flexibility comes some liabilities. Since ambiverts can be so flexible, they often run into a few problems:

They love to talk to people, but want to plan it out first.
They say yes to too many things because they aren’t sure what will work best for them.
Their extroverted side says yes to things in the future, but then their introverted side had a hard day and no longer wants to go.
When they’re in a bad mood…nothing sounds fun.
They like going out only when they are in the right mood, with the right people.
18 more problems only ambiverts face.

Sometimes ambiverts are caught in the middle — between their desire to be extroverted and the needs of their introverted side.

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Amplify Your Ambiversion

Now I want you to leverage your ambiversion! Here’s how:

I want you to take control of how you spend your time, and who you spend it with. I am giving you permission: you do not have to spend time with people who drain you, or in places that drain you.

Life is too short to spend time with toxic people in draining places!

If you have to see a toxic person—such as a family member or co-worker–use time-blocking to buffer time spent with them. If you know you’re going to see them, be sure to schedule in some recharge time for yourself before or after. You also can have an escape route or excuse ready to go if your time with them runs long. Use scheduling to your advantage by blocking out times and places that work best for your personality.

What is an ambivert?

An ambivert is someone who exhibits qualities of both introversion and extroversion, and can flip into either depending on their mood, context, and goals.

How do you pronounce ambivert?

Here’s the ambivert pronunciation: am-buh-vurt

Remember: There is no right or wrong personality type. The only right thing to do is to live, act, and address who you really are. Act on your strengths, purge toxicity, and get to know your true self.

Want to get to know your fellow colleagues? Read up on Introverts and Extroverts.

Test: introvert, extrovert or ambivert?

Why are some people sociable and active, while others prefer to withdraw into themselves? Why is the difference between some so strong that it is very difficult for them to understand each other? Due to different focus and perception. For some, they are directed to the outside world, for others, to their own experiences. Do you want to determine whether you are an ambivert, introvert or extrovert? The test will help you find out and learn a little more about yourself.

1. Do you enjoy working in a team or managing people more than doing all the work yourself?

Yes.

No.

2. You are better at work that requires:

Attentiveness, thoughtfulness, perseverance.

Frequent movement, making quick decisions.

3. Do people around you misinterpret your emotions (called sad or angry when you are just focused, for example)?

Yes.

No.

4. For advice and information, you would rather contact:

Friends, professionals in a particular field.

Books, informational articles on the Internet.

5. Is it easy for you to meet new people?

Yes.

No.

6. Being tired after an emotionally charged day, would you rather stay at home than go to a concert of a famous star with your friends?

Yes.

No.

7. Do you like frequent change of occupations, multitasking and fast pace of solving cases?

Yes.

No.

8. Which of these problems related to the management and distribution of finances seems closer to you?

I save more often, sometimes I'm stingy, afraid to make a rash purchase.

I suffer from spending money, more often I throw away money on unnecessary things.

9. You are usually much better at:

Plan your affairs, stick to the plan.

Improvise on the go.

10. Does it often happen to you that you think so deeply about something that you hardly notice anything around you?

Yes.

No.

11. Do you tend to have long phone conversations (personal, non-work related)?

Yes.

No.

12. What do you value most in people?

Activity, sense of humor.

Lack of obsession, tolerance.

13. Usually your movements and speech are faster.

Slow, with arrangement.

Fast, confused.

14. You would rather prefer a job that offers:

A good salary and a prestigious position, but a disgusting team and an inadequate boss.

Warm relations with colleagues, fair bosses, but the average level of salary without much prospects for growth.

15. Do you prefer music that you can:

Dance, putting aside all thoughts.

Lose yourself in thoughts, images and/or emotions.

16. Do you often try to see your actions from the outside, understand their motives, predict the results?

Yes.

No.

17. Do you prefer to think about your steps, to plan them clearly and in detail before proceeding directly to action?

Yes.

No.

18. You are more often told that you act like you are:

More years than you really are.

Less years than it really is.

19. Are you often told that you are terribly stubborn and very difficult to convince of anything?

Yes.

No.

20. Why do you think your loved ones appreciate you?

For the ability to cheer up, dispel anxieties.

For understanding, deep sympathy.

Extrovert Introvert Ambivert type of personality orientation according to Jung test

Extrovert, Introvert, Ambivert - these are the types of a person's orientation - to the outside world, inward or in between.

To choose a future profession, it is very important to know your personality type, because many specialties require a certain focus.

If you are an extroverted person, then professions that require great perseverance and endurance are unlikely to suit you, and vice versa, if you are an introverted person, then it will be difficult for you to work, say, a politician or be a speaker.

To find out yourself and choose the right profession, you are invited to take a Jung test: Extrovert, Introvert, Ambivert, or personality type .

Answer questions very truthfully, representing your actual behavior in life. And rarely answer questions sometimes , as they stimulate the average response to the test.

1. What do you prefer?

a few close friends

a large company of friends

when how

2. What kind of books do you like to read?

with an entertaining plot of

with the disclosure of the heroes of the heroes

depends on the mood

3. What can you rather allow in the conversation:

Military

Error

Silence

4. If you do a bad act, then:

acutely worried

no acute feelings

in different ways

5. How do you get along with people:

quickly, easily

slowly, carefully

depends on the situation

6. Do you consider yourself touchy:

Yes

sometimes

7. Do you tend to laugh heartily?

Yes

depends on the situation

8. Do you consider yourself:

silent

talkative

depending on who you are with

9. Are you open?

frank

secretive

depends on the trust of the person with whom I communicate

10. Do you like to analyze your experiences?

Yes

Sometimes

Yes

Rarely

13. Do you like to organize things?

Yes

Sometimes

14. Would you like to keep an intimate diary?

Yes

Somewhat

15. Do you move quickly from decision to execution?

Yes

different

16. Do you easily change your mood?

Yes

sometimes easy, sometimes not

17. Do you like to convince others or impose your views?

Yes

Sometimes

18. Your movements:

fast

slow

average between fast and slow

19. Are you very worried about possible troubles?

Yes

Sometimes

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