The D personality places great emphasis on results.
- You enjoy solving problems, making things happen, and setting and achieving goals
- You like to be the leader and don't like being told what to do
- You set high standards for both yourself and others
- You trust in your ability to get results
- You enjoy challenges and competitive situations
- You're willing to take risks, push yourself, and break down barriers
- You make quick decisions
- You get impatient with people who “waste time” talking or thinking, and
those who dislike change - You'll get bored quickly
- You get angry quickly, but you get over it just as fast
You get energy from:
- Work at a fast pace in results-oriented environments.
- Be at the forefront.
- Embrace new challenges and opportunities.
- Have the authority to decide how things should be done.
- Have the opportunity to advance your career.
You lose energy when you: - Has some say in the matter.
- Is being questioned or ignored.
- It has no effect.
- Does not have access to the necessary resources.
- I need to make things predictable and routine.
When you're in your element, you can:
- Make things happen, either on your own or as a group leader.
- Be adventurous and fearless.
- Encourage people to solve problems, confront someone, or achieve their goals.
When you're stressed, you can: - Be almost rude.
- Be very critical, demanding, and have a short temper.
- Start unnecessary discussions.
- Fly off the handle when you don't get your way.
To be most successful, you should:
- Take the time to gather information and consider the consequences of your decisions.
- Explain your reasoning instead of just announcing a new decision.
- Listen to others, respect their opinions, and keep them informed.
Here's how to recognize a Type D personality:
- They are active, outgoing, and always on the go.
- They speak loudly, interrupt others, and get straight to the point in conversations.
- They want to take the lead in meetings, in planning, and in drafting new rules.
- They can be aggressive, rude, and impatient.
Working with a Type D personality:
- Be clear and specific, and stay on topic.
- Be prepared. Outline your requirements, goals, and essential needs without wasting time.
- Let them take an active role in problem-solving and decision-making. Let them decide how something should be done and give them the freedom to do it on their own.
- Make it clear to them what resources are available to them.
- Don’t back down when they attack. Set the record straight without confronting the person in question.
Avoid:
- Make small talk. Try to build a relationship.
- Waste their time.
- Tell them what to do and expect them to do it.
- Don't expect them to care about your feelings or the facts that haven't been mentioned.