These are hypothetical editorial examples, not Foundation case studies or evidence of a person’s type.
Example 1 — comparing a workshop plan
Sam and Riley are choosing one plan for the same workshop. Sam lists several ways to organise it; Riley asks about the budget and the deadline. They write down three options, identify what each requires and agree when to choose. Sam's idea generation alone does not establish ENTP, and Riley's request for a deadline does not establish J. Their responsibilities and previous experience may also explain their approach. The useful record is which information each person wanted and how the decision was made.
Example 2 — discussing a proposed change
A team has one proposal to change its support process. Morgan asks what assumptions support it; Alex says the questions sound like rejection. Morgan asks, ‘Would it help to compare alternatives now, or do you need a decision on this proposal?’ They agree to separate open questions from points already decided. Questioning an idea is not proof of attraction, hostility or a Thinking preference. Record the question, the response and the agreed next step.
