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PERSONALITY TYPE
IN THE WORKPLACE
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PERSONALITY TYPE helps us appreciate
INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES.
• Our own STRENGTHS & TALENTS • And the strengths our TEAMMATES offer.
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PERSONALITY TYPE is a way of describing
YOUR UNIQUE STYLE AT WORK.
• how you SOLVE PROBLEMS • what MOTIVATES you • how you do your BEST WORK
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PERSONALITY TYPE is made up of
FOUR ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS.
each describes a
KEY COMPONENT of your work style
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THE FOUR DIMENSIONS OF PERSONALITY
•Energy Style
•Cognitive Style
•Values Style
•Self-Management Style
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EACH DIMENSION HAS TWO POSSIBLE STYLES
EXTRAVERTED <---OR---> INTROVERTED
For instance, your Energy Style is either
on opposite ends of a spectrum.
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BUT, IT’S NOT ABSOLUTE.
• Everyone has a little bit of both styles.
• You may change your approach in different situations.
• To determine your personality type, think about your dominant style—what comes most naturally.
• You may feel that some of your styles are stronger than others. This is normal.
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NOW, LET’S LOOK ATthe
FOUR DIMENSIONS.
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Extraverts are energized by other people and the
world around them. !
Introverts are energized by quiet space and time
alone.
ENERGY STYLE
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EXTRAVERTS AT WORKgaining energy from others
• Extraverts like to work with others, on teams and in spaces where they can interact
• Extraverts like to “think out loud,” brainstorm, and share ideas and plans with other people
• Extraverts may enjoy speaking to groups and other opportunities for public recognition
• Extraverts lose motivation when they have to work in isolation
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INTROVERTS AT WORKgaining energy from focusing inward
• Introverts like to work in quiet spaces where they can concentrate on their own thoughts
• Introverts prefer to think through things on their own, then discuss their ideas with others
• Introverts tend to be good at sustaining focus on projects that require depth of understanding
• Introverts become drained when they have to speak publicly, work in large teams, or meet lots of people
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COGNITIVE STYLE
Sensors think about things in a practical,
factual way.
iNtuitives think about things in an abstract,
imaginative way.
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SENSORS AT WORKfactual, practical thinkers
• Sensors are concrete thinkers who tend to focus on facts, events, and details
• Sensors rely on previous knowledge and experience when problem-solving
• Sensors are practical, realistic people who like to go with what they know has worked in the past
• Sensors enjoy hands-on work and dislike working with theories, ideas and concepts
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INTUITIVES AT WORKabstract, creative thinkers
• Intuitives are imaginative, abstract thinkers who tend to focus on theories, ideas, and concepts
• Intuitives look for brand-new solutions to problems and like to innovate and create
• Intuitives are “big-picture” people who want to know the purpose and meaning of things
• Intuitives typically have a low tolerance for routine work where they have no opportunity to be creative
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Thinkers value objectivity, competence, and logic.
!Feelers value empathy,
relationships, and a personal touch.
VALUES STYLE
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THINKERS AT WORKvaluing logic and objectivity
• Thinkers prize logic and reason, and prefer decisions to be objective
• Thinkers tend to be focused on the task at hand rather than the people or relationships involved
• Thinkers value competence and may be more competitive than cooperative
• Thinkers usually feel that emotions and personal problems do not belong in the workplace
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FEELERS AT WORKvaluing relationships and compassion
• Feelers value relationships, connection, and service to other people
• Feelers want to do work that reflects their values and lets them help make the world a better place
• Feelers like to cooperate and often put the task secondary to building a strong team
• Feelers want a workplace with a personal touch, where people are appreciated and supported
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Judgers like to be organized and keep a
schedule. !
Perceivers like to be flexible, open, and
spontaneous.
SELF-MANAGEMENT
STYLE
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JUDGERS AT WORKpreferring structure and order
• Judgers appreciate organization and order, and like a firm structure
• Judgers like to plan ahead and prefer not to change course once a plan is set
• Judgers stick to schedules and deadlines, and deliver results on time
• Judgers may not thrive in unpredictable workplaces or in environments of constant change
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PERCEIVERS AT WORKpreferring freedom and flexibility
• Perceivers appreciate flexibility in their work, and like to be free to adapt and change
• Perceivers prefer not to plan, believing that they are more effective when they can roll with the punches
• Perceivers feel limited by schedules and deadlines; they like to work as inspiration strikes
• Perceivers may have trouble delivering on time, but excel in situations that are unpredictable
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EACH STYLEhas its own
STRENGTHS and CHALLENGES.
understanding
YOUR TYPE !
will help you understand
YOUR PATH TO SUCCESS.
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...and understanding
YOUR TEAMMATES’ TYPES
will help you to
COMMUNICATE, COLLABORATE,
and
CREATE GREAT RESULTS.
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WHEN YOU USE TYPE WITH YOUR TEAM, YOU CAN...
• Learn a common framework for describing differences in work style
• Understand the diversity of strengths and the potential of individuals
• Accept differences and use them for mutual benefit
• Anticipate reactions and adjust your style to work better together
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HOW WILL YOU USE YOUR
PERSONALITY TYPE TO SUCCEED?
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