ISFJs are the guardians of the MBTIverse. However, even guardians can be ambitious. Enter the ISFJ 3w2.

This article discusses the ISFJ 3w2 and what you can expect from them.

Who is the ISFJ 3w2?

ISFJ 3w2s are ambitious people with a truckload of love. They want to reach the pinnacle of their careers. That pinnacle often involves helping others and being admired by others. Success matters to this personality type more than any other ISFJ.

Because of their wing, ISFJ 3w2s look like typical ISFJs at first glance. However, their need for attention, as well as their appearance, quickly changes that notion.

Type 3 is not the most common type for ISFJs. That title goes to type 6. Thus, the presence of type 3 changes some stereotypical traits of the ISFJ, as we shall soon see.

ISFJ 3w2s are mostly ISFJ-A.

What is the Core Desire of the ISFJ 3w2?

The core desire of the ISFJ 3w2 is to be successful and look the part. However, success to them involves some form of human interaction. They want to be loved by others.

What is the Core Fear of the ISFJ 3w2?

The core fear of the ISFJ 3w2 is to be a failure or seen as one. Thus, if they succeed but fail in the eyes of the public, it doesn’t count.

How the 3w2 Changes the Natural Tendencies of the ISFJ

1.   More Ambitious

ISFJs are not the most ambitious type. For example, they are among the lowest in average earning potential among the MBTI types. Not this ISFJ.

ISFJ 3w2s are more goal-oriented and success-driven. Thus, they are more likely to make more income than all other ISFJs.

2.   More Charming

ISFJs are hospitable and sweet. ISFJ 3w2s add one more trait to this combo, and that’s charm. This has its pros. ISFJ 3w2s have a much stronger aura and are more popular.

Because they use extroverted feeling (Fe), they are also more tactful around people. It’s a double win.

3.   More Extroverted

ISFJs are introverts. ISFJ 3w2s are way closer to the extrovert spectrum. The truth is that most ISFJs are introverted extroverts. This is because types 2, 6, and 9 (the three most popular enneagram types for ISFJs) are all people-inclined.

Nevertheless, the combination of type 3 and 2 takes ISFJ 3w2s even closer to the line. Thus, this personality type has a better social battery.

4.   More Stylish

ISFJs are not bad dressers. However, ISFJ 3w2s are excellent dressers. They pay attention to their style and appearance. This also extends to their loved ones. For example, they might try to persuade their partner to dress better.

This might be a problem if they prefer comfort over fashion.

5.   More Greyish Use of Fe

Typical ISFJs use their Fe to ensure everyone feels loved and cared for. They are always looking for new ways to be nurturing or loving. Things change slightly with the ISFJ 3w2. This personality type has learned to use Fe for other purposes.

For example, ISFJ 3w2s use their Fe for networking and sometimes to manipulate others. The bottom line is that their use of Fe is now flexible. 

6.   A Different Approach to Money

As mentioned earlier, ISFJ 3w2s are now more ambitious. With this comes a different approach to money. This personality type is more materialistic than typical ISFJs.

Thus, they often have more income or wealth at the end of their lives. However, the price they pay might be losing themselves in the process.

New Weaknesses of the ISFJ 3w2

1.   Need for External Validation

Types 3 and 2 live and die on the opinions of others for different reasons. Type 3 wants others to admire them, while type 2 wants to be considered helpful.

The combination of both means ISFJ 3w2s will need a lot of external affirmation. If this does not come, they might lose their self-confidence or doubt their capabilities.

2.   Manipulative

As mentioned earlier, ISFJ 3w2s are more flexible with their use of Fe. Thus, when things don’t go their way or their success hinges on a particular action, manipulation can become one of their tools.

While this is true, their use of manipulation is often limited because of their values.

3.   Identity Crisis

ISFJ 3w2s will face an identity crisis for several reasons. First, type 3 is more focused on networking or adapting to people’s whims. Thus, ISFJ 3w2s might take on too many roles or facades.

When these roles are over, they might not even recognize themselves. This struggle can go on throughout their lives.

4.   Moderate to Chronic People-Pleasing Tendencies

This follows the points above. The need to please others directly results from needing external validation and being overly flexible.

Thus, ISFJ 3w2s will struggle to say no. This will be especially obvious when dealing with people they admire.

Their people-pleasing tendencies can be chronic if their wing is strong.

ISFJ 3w2 in Love/Compatibility

Are you dating or married to an ISFJ 3w2? Here are some things you can expect.

1.   Love Languages

This refers to the way a person prefers to give and receive love. ISFJ 3w2s will have words of affirmation and physical touch among their top three love languages.

This makes sense, as their path to success can be challenging. Having a partner who can affirm their abilities when in doubt helps a lot.

It’s like being their personal external validator.

2.   Compatibility

ISFJ’s natural partners in the MBTI are the ESTP and ESFP. In Socionics, their dual partner is the ENTP.

Type 3 is compatible with types 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9. Thus, ISFJ 3w2s have a lot of options on the table.

While this is true, any two mature persons can make a relationship work.

3.   Support and More Support

If you’re dating an ISFJ 3w2, you need to give them a lot of support. While they might seem charming or even faultless, they have a lot of anxieties. Having a partner who’s there for them during these sensitive periods can do wonders for them.

4.   Genuine Love

Finally, love them for who they are. This means you have to fall in love with the person and not their abilities. That way, your ISFJ 3w2 will not be afraid to share how they really feel when things go wrong.

You’ll truly be their peace.

ISFJ 3w2 in the Workplace

ISFJs want a workplace that is structured and focuses on helping others. This is the same with the ISFJ 3w2s.

However, a career path with progression is massively important to them. If it has some form of human interaction, even better. However, unlike ISFJ 2w3s, their priority remains career progression.

Ensure their role allows them to see tangible results to get the best out of the ISFJ 3w2.

Best Careers for the ISFJ 3w2

• Surgeon
• Nurse
• Attorney
• Executive
• Financial Analyst
• Professor
• Entrepreneur
• Accountant
• Editor
• Freelancer
• Blogger
• Scientist
• High School Teacher
• Politician
• Plumber
• Sales Representative

Worst Careers for the ISFJ 3w2

• Bartender
• Secretary
• Judge
• Law Enforcement

Famous People/Fictional/Anime Characters that Might Be ISFJ 3w2

• Liam Payne
• YoonA
• Tan France
• Miranda Kerr
• Lily Reynolds (Thoroughbreds)
• Perfect Peter (Horrid Henry)
• Aretha Franklin
• Brin Kweller (He’s all that)
• Lorry Hill
• Charlotte Fairchild (The Infernal Devices)
• Oh Se-Gi (Crazy Love)