Today we come to our final style. Over the past few weeks, we have covered the different communication styles we may encounter at work or home. Some are more outgoing while others are more reserved.
This personality style can confuse people at times or test their patience. Maybe you know someone who is quiet but asks lots of questions. He or she seems to be constantly analyzing and is great with details.
At times this person may be a little bit of a perfectionist. They may get a little, or a lot, stressed when things are not in order. This person may prefer to work alone and come across as a little aloof. When you need this individual to accomplish something, they get it done. On schedule, organized, and done with excellence.
Have you thought of someone you know like this? Maybe it is you.
How do we connect with this style if we do not intuitively identify with this style? Allow me to give you a few ideas.
- Focus on facts. The more a person matches these traits, they will be very analytical and only want the facts
- Be very neutral or professional in tone as a fun-loving approach may not work as well.
- Give them lots of details. This reassures them you are organized and may answer many of their unspoken questions.
- Give them time to process and evaluate the options
I mentioned this style may confuse or test your patience. This can be because they ask many questions to understand. This individual is not arguing but trying to understand. This person is not necessarily incompetent, but wants to do things right and may be clarifying expectations. Encourage the curiosity and be prepared to answer lots of questions.
If you thought of someone you interact with who has this style, how can you adjust to connect better with this person in the next twenty-four hours? If you want to learn your style go here to invest in an assessment to understand your style and get thirty pages of feedback, tips, and further reflection tools on how to connect with others based on your style.
I hope you feel a little more equipped to connect at work and home. If you want a deeper dive on this subject either personally or with your team contact me so we can discover ways I can serve you. Lead Well.
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