FAQ's
Welcome to our FAQ, we are so happy to have you here.
We have tried to answer the most common questions.
Is the “Car Model” a new system of personality typology?
No! Personality Hacker has not tried to reinvent the wheel. While there will always be exciting new discoveries in any theory, the foundation of personality type theory should be preserved.
The Car Model is simply a metaphor to help explain the work originally laid out by Carl Jung (in his book Psychological Types), and expanded upon by Isabel Briggs Myers (in her book Gifts Differing).
We believe that cognitive functions are where the true insights of type live, but they can be difficult to understand when first introduced to the system. The Car Model has helped thousands of people grasp these functions in a more accessible way.
Think of the Car Model as training wheels. It is often our aim to use the Car Model language interchangeably with more technical terms to guide people from ‘beginner’ to ‘intermediate’.
Listen to this episode of the Personality Hacker podcast on the Car Model for more information.
How do I figure out my personality type?
Discovering your best-fit personality type should be seen as a journey. For most, it takes more than one resource. Many people begin this journey using a personality type assessment to orient them.
No online assessment is 100% accurate, but can be used as a helpful starting point. After taking the assessment, read the personality profile and ask yourself if the explanation “fits like a glove.” Explore the type in depth, and use it as a launching pad for your best-fit type journey:
What if I have tested as multiple types and feel I resonate a little bit with all of them?
That is completely normal! And it makes sense that personality types would have some resonance with each other. But your personality type should “fit like a glove,” so we recommend continuing your journey until you feel one type fits the best. That is why it’s called your “best-fit type.”
As your journey into self-discovery continues, please feel free to use these resources as a guide:
Podcast discussing the error rate of personality tests
Podcast: How To Figure Out Your Personality [Troubleshooting]
Article: When You Almost Know Your Type
Article: 3 Biggest Mistakes in Self-Typing (aka “Help! I can’t figure out my type!”)
I’ve listened to all the podcasts and read all the articles and I still can’t figure out my type. HELP!
If you are having trouble figuring out your best-fit personality type – we can help!
We have a team of accredited profiling consultants who are ready and willing to schedule a consultation and help you discover your best-fit type. They have been trained through our Profiler Training program and have passed a rigorous testing regimen to qualify as Profilers.
Learn more about this service and schedule a call with one of our Certified Profilers here: https://www.personalityhacker.com/personality-type-consultation/
My marriage is at the breaking point. Can Personality Hacker help me?
We are not licensed marriage counselors or therapists. However, we do offer multiple resources on ways to improve relationships in our Couples Mapping program:
Feel Seen, Accepted and Understood Using Couples Mapping
Our friend Bruce Muzik over at Love at First Fight, who is featured in Couples Mapping, has had a great deal of success pulling couples back from the brink of divorce by teaching them how to improve connection:
Does Personality Hacker have a book?
Yes! Our book can be ordered through all major book retailers or found on Amazon:
Delve into this interactive guidebook to hack your mind and uncover your core identity. Get past superficial markers of identity and discover the full makings of your personality type. Recognizing all aspects of who you really are will improve your confidence, compassion, decision-making process and success.
Where can I find relationship advice?
We have a ton of resources on relationships! Podcasts, articles and courses have been designed to help with every relationship in your life.
We also highly recommend checking out our Couples Mapping course for romantic relationships. You can find it here: Couples Mapping
Where can I find business advice?
Knowing your best-fit personality type can be extremely helpful when seeking career advice. We recommend using the search feature on the website to find podcasts and articles related to careers and purpose.
If you are ready to take your understanding of personality type and career to the next level, we recommend these premium programs:
I just figured out my type! Now what?
Congratulations! We have a lot of content that is type specific. At the top of our website, you will find a link called “Myers Briggs Types” and one called “Enneagram Types.” Hover over the link and a drop down box will appear. Select the category you fall under and click on the type you have decided is your best-fit type. You will find resources related to your type.
You can also use our search feature to find podcasts and articles related to your best-fit type.
We also recommend investing in the Owners Manual for both your Myers-Briggs and Enneagram types. These programs are designed to help you understand your best-fit type and make the best decisions possible.
I want to write for Personality Hacker. How do I get started?
If you are interested in publishing an article on the Personality Hacker website, please email us at joel.and.antonia@personalityhacker.com.
I would love a one on one conversation with Antonia and Joel. How do I go about setting up a call with them?
Antonia and Joel love connecting with their audience! Unfortunately, they are busy managing a family of 5 and a growing business. For this reason, they have been scheduling various meetups around the United States in an effort to meet people face to face and share ideas and insights. While world events slowed down this schedule, they still have events planned in various locations. Check out ourEventspage to see what they have on the schedule. If you don’t see them coming to a town near you, please fill out thissurvey.
I have a podcast of my own. How can I invite Antonia and Joel to be guests on my podcast?
For all podcast inquiries, please email us at joel.and.antonia@personalityhacker.com.
Does Personality Hacker have an affiliate arrangement?
Yes! We are updating and improving our affiliate arrangement this year to add helpful resources. If you’d like to sign up as an affiliate in the meantime,fill out this form. Once you sign up for the affiliate program, login to your account by going to the same page as the form and clicking the “Login Here” link near the top.
I want to understand the inner workings of typology like Antonia and Joel. How do I do that?
Twice a year we open up registration to ourProfiler Training Course. This course dives deep into personality typology and teaches you how to actively profile people. If you want to do what we do, this is the course for you!
Where do I get more information on your Profiler Training program?
The Profiler Training program is a 6 month rich media virtual learning course culminating in a 5 day live event experience. We open the course twice a year. If you are interested in this program, pleasefind more information at ProfilerTraining.com.
Can I work for Personality Hacker?
Nearly all of our team members were introduced to us through our Profiler Training 101 program, though we are always on the hunt for new talent. If you have an idea for how we can improve and the skill to help us make it happen, please email us at joel.and.antonia@personalityhacker.com.
I need coaching. Can Personality Hacker help?
Personality Hacker offers formal, one-on-one coaching with Antonia, Joel or one of our highly qualified personality consultants. To find our more information please email us at joel.and.antonia@personalityhacker.com with the subject line: “Coaching Information, please.”
We also have created a lot of resources (free and premium) that can help you self-coach:
- Explore our website for podcasts and articles on healing, relationships, business, and personal growth.
- Invest in the Personality Owners Manual for your best fit type and get custom made suggestions for growth, happiness and success.
- Or check out some of our premium programs here!