The I personality places great importance on people and communication
- You are optimistic, charming, and sociable.
- You're a "people person."
- You have a genuine interest in people, and it’s important that you’re well-liked.
- You trust people and feel good about bringing out the best in them.
- You enjoy sharing information and are good at engaging others.
- Meeting new people, working with others, and making new connections is good for you.
- You have a tendency to ignore rules because you don't think they really apply to you.
- You thrive on working with people and leave a positive impact wherever you work.
- You see the "big picture" and feel inspired.
- You don't like details and, in that sense, can be careless.
You get energy from
- Work with people in a varied and fast-paced environment.
- Being in the spotlight, though not necessarily as a leader.
- Take on new projects and learn new things.
- Receive public recognition.
- Take the initiative to bring about change and be creative.
You waste energy when you
- You find yourself surrounded by negative, cold, or pessimistic people.
- Must perform according to procedure.
- You must stick to a strict schedule/plan.
- Works alone.
- Feeling left out.
- Is criticized in front of others.
When you're in your element, you can
- Communicate visions, missions, or goals in a way that inspires others to embrace them and work toward them.
- Be enthusiastic and creative.
- See the best in other people and help them believe in themselves and their abilities.
When you're stressed, you can
- Skip the prep work and rely on your ability to talk your way out of trouble.
- You underperform because you don't finish what you start.
You tend to promise too much. - Become superficial and frivolous.
To be most successful, you should
- Get better at time management.
- Listen. Ask. Pause. Reflect.
- Be more discerning. Learn to judge and appreciate people more realistically.
- Resist the urge to do something new. Keep your impulsiveness in check.
How to Recognize an "I" Personality
- They are outgoing, friendly, and charming.
- They communicate with their bodies (through gestures and facial expressions), love to tell stories, and are quick to laugh.
- They enjoy turning coordinated get-togethers into social events.
- They enjoy working with people and like to involve others in their own projects.
Working with an "I" personality
- Please start the conversation on a personal note and then move on to business.
- Help them set realistic and clear goals. Establish timelines and monitor them regularly.
- Give them the impression that “the door is open,” and make them feel involved.
- Set clear deadlines for every project or task.
- Find a way to harness and utilize their talent for verbal expression.
Avoid
- Bore them with details.
- Shut them out and make them feel left out.
- Ignore their ideas.
- Expect them to do a good job with the paperwork.