Everyone encounters it at work at some point. You don't understand your colleague, or your colleague doesn't understand you. It's frustrating, but if you know the basic behaviour and personality traits associated with you and your colleague, you can take this into account. Do you know how you come across to others, what your pitfalls are, and how you can deal with them?
We recognise four types of basic behaviour: extroverted, introverted, people-oriented, and task-oriented. Everyone has a varying degree of these traits. In addition to basic behaviour, there are also four types of personality: dynamic personality, influential personality, stable personality, and conscientious personality.
How do you find out what behavioural style someone has?
It's actually quite easy. See if someone is introverted or extroverted. This is usually quite noticeable or apparent and determines how best to approach the other person. Introverted people are thoughtful, modest, formal, and want to know what to expect. Give them time and approach introverted people more formally. Extroverted people are quick, impulsive, and appreciate being approached enthusiastically, directly, and to the point.
What is your own behavioural style?
Through the Personal Mapping tool, you can find out what your behavioural style is. With a short questionnaire, you discover which character traits make you special and how you can use them to get the best out of yourself and your colleagues.
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