'Prestige' Stimulus Group (Extroverted + Sensory + Farsighted)

The behavior of this group is driven by three core factors:

Sensing: A focus on tangibility and concrete evidence; constant monitoring and control over the state of space and objects.
Farsightedness: Preparing in advance for anticipated changes; systematic use of accumulated resources; reliance on past experience and proven, standard solutions.
Extraversion: The ability to keep a vast number of objects within one's attention span and the drive to capture new territories.

This creates the primary motive for their activity: capturing and expanding their resource base. The vector is constant expansion—an insatiable appetite for claiming more and more space. It is as if they never have enough and always crave more. If they had one cow, they got two. If they had a small house, they built an addition. If they lived on one plot, they bought the neighbor's.

They have a vital need to be noticed, recognized, and respected. These are people who love being the center of the universe, commanding obedience and reverence.

It is important not to interpret "status" literally as just "villas and yachts." One can always find someone with more authority; the essence here lies in the striving.

External Attributes: This is manifested through status symbols—a spacious office with high-end furniture, a company car with a personal chauffeur, or a prime parking spot.
Tendency toward Gigantism: Status-seekers often prefer SUVs over sports cars and houses over apartments.
Internal Mindset: Even if working as a cleaner or security guard, they may carry themselves like a CEO. The internal sense of self-importance is what matters.

Note: This motivation is not a conscious choice but a deep-seated narrative, the very "firmware" of their personality.
Incidentally, once status-seekers reach their desired level, they often settle down, and a need for stability takes over.

The Anti-Status Mindset: The attitude of "I’m fine as I am; I have enough." For example: "Why bother with an expensive suit when sweatpants are comfortable?" or "Why get a luxury car if the one I have drives just fine?"

Examples:

Attitude toward Hierarchy: Rejection of Equality

These types do not accept equality. It contradicts their nature. They possess an internal caste hierarchy, dividing the world into "higher and lower," "commanders and subordinates." Even if the Democratic ESE or SEE speak of universal equality, deep down they consider themselves the main characters.

ESE and LSE may hide this or wait for others to naturally notice their superiority.
SLE may state it directly.
SEE acts according to the situation.

How to Recognize Them: Speech and Actions

The need for significance "radiates" from their conversation.

Self-Presentation: A person without this need might simply say, "I'm Ivan, I run a small manufacturing shop." A status-seeker will say, "I am Ivan Ivanovich, Businessman and Factory Director," and insist on being addressed formally.
Talk of Money and Victories: If they have money, they openly discuss the price of things and services ("I vacationed in a five-star hotel," "I bought an apartment in a prestigious district"). They speak openly of victories and ignore defeats.
Choice of Items: When buying a smartphone, they will choose the latest iPhone or an exclusive model (e.g., Goldvish Eclipse) that is exponentially more expensive. Even if funds are tight, they will strive for status brands because this is their "love language" to themselves.
Demanding Respect: In daily life, they may use phrases like, "Do you not respect me?" or "Don't you honor your father?" Expenses for a private kindergarten or a governess are presented as arguments for respect ("I am incurring such costs, so you must respect me").

Subscriber Story: "A wealthy older man hit on me once when I was young. I was working as a nurse, and he came to me for procedures. He didn't finish the course, just quit. It happens. I thought he was discharged. Suddenly, he walks into my office in a business suit, white shirt, and tie. (There was no doubt about his status; ordinary people didn't stay in our hospital). Usually, he arrived in sportswear. I gasped at the transformation. He told me he was in a rush and his car was waiting. He kissed my hand and asked for my phone number. But I noticed he didn't bring any chocolates, as patients often do... Anyway, I told him it wasn't going to happen. So he left with nothing, even though he tried to insist."

This example illustrates a clash of values. He thought status and coolness would be enough, but she needed the 'chocolates' (signs of attention).

Positive Manifestation: Dignity and Responsibility

When this need is realized healthily, we see very worthy people whom others want to emulate.

Reliability: They keep their word, fulfill promises, and see things through to the end. It is comfortable to do business with them; they can keep secrets and won't let you down.
Potential: These are energetically powerful, ambitious, and goal-oriented individuals. They possess lively, practical thinking. They think on their feet and find resources quickly.
Self-esteem: In the "plus," their self-perception transforms into healthy pride, high standards, and a sense of responsibility for those around them.

Negative Manifestation: Hubris and Tyranny

If the need for significance turns negative or goes unrecognized, the person breaks down. Pride turns into inadequate hubris ("I am a king, you are a pawn").

Disrespect and Control: They lose the ability to perceive others adequately, believing only they have the right to an opinion or success. This can manifest as the tyranny of a petty boss ("Shut up and listen, I'm talking!") or a mother’s total control over a child's life ("I know better how you should live and breathe").
Twisted Values: Sometimes this takes strange forms. For example, a mother convincing her daughter that the status of "divorced" is better than "unmarried" (implying she was at least in demand), or a mother setting her son up only with a girl from a wealthy family.
Reaction to Being Ignored: If they are not recognized (children don't listen, co-workers don't appreciate them), they "go off the rails." Manipulation, threats, blackmail, shouting, and intimidation come into play. They begin stepping over people and squabbling over trifles just to force external compliance.
Ostentation: Negatively, this manifests as endless showing off, arrogance, flattery, sarcasm, materialism, and an obsession with designer labels.

Gender Stereotypes and Relationships

A conflict often arises here between nature and upbringing, especially for female ESE and LSE. A status-oriented rational woman may hold very traditional, conservative views. She may believe: "A man must toil. Eat meat. Be a man."

Their demand is not for art or beauty, but for material resources: "Give me money, get grounded! Stop dreaming, go to work!"

The Dual Problem: ESE and LSE may view their Duals (LEE and EII) as aliens. "What EII? What are you talking about? I need a boss!"
The Paradox: She is a "workhorse" with the strength of three men and a boss herself, yet she dreams of not working so her husband can drag everything into the house while she manages domestic life. Therefore, her first questions to a man are: "What do you do? What's your status? Do you have an apartment, a car?" She is lucky if she meets an ESI—he is compliant, resourceful, and a "real man" she wouldn't be ashamed to show her parents.

Fortunately, the feminism and independence trend give the 'status' women permission to be themselves—strong, working professionals realizing their potential, rather than pretending to be "delicate housewife."

Summary: These are vibrant extroverts who cannot stay in the shadows. It is crucial for them to be in the public eye (if a career doesn't work out, they may become YouTubers). At their worst, they are tyrants and arrogant boasters; at their best, they are powerful leaders and reliable partners.

Source: S. Ionkin