personality types - Blog - Global Risk Community2024-03-29T08:33:26Zhttps://globalriskcommunity.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/personality+types4 Models of Self-Discoveryhttps://globalriskcommunity.com/profiles/blogs/4-models-of-self-discovery2023-05-06T07:36:24.000Z2023-05-06T07:36:24.000ZMark Bridgeshttps://globalriskcommunity.com/members/MarkBridges<div><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Editor's Note:<em> If you are interested in becoming an expert on Organizational Leadership (OL), take a look at Flevy's <a href="https://flevy.com/browse/stream/leadership"><strong>Organizational Leadership (OL) Frameworks</strong> offering here</a>. This is a curated collection of best practice frameworks based on the thought leadership of leading consulting firms, academics, and recognized subject matter experts. By learning and applying these concepts, you can stay ahead of the curve. <a href="https://flevy.com/browse/stream/leadership">Full details here.</a></em></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}11071854066,RESIZE_1200x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}11071854066,RESIZE_710x{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="11071854066?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="710" /></a>Self-awareness is a crucial component of personal growth and development, as it enables individuals to <a href="https://flevy.com/browse/marketplace/swot-analysis-template-5260" target="_blank">analyze their strengths, limitations</a>, and values, as well as the manner in which these characteristics impact others.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Self-awareness is a necessary competency for effective organizational leadership. Self-aware leaders are better able to lead their employees with clarity, empathy, and honesty.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">People who have a <a href="https://flevy.com/browse/flevypro/personality-profiles-of-successful-leaders-3606" target="_blank">deep understanding of their personalities</a> possess the following characteristics:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;">They are more assured and inventive.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;">They make superior choices, cultivate long-lasting relationships, and communicate more effectively.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;">They are less likely to deceive, misappropriate, and mislead.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;">These individuals are superior employees and have greater promotion opportunities.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;">They are more effective leaders with happier employees and more profitable businesses.</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">An in-depth study conducted between 2014 and 2018 based on the following criteria explored what self-awareness is, why it is necessary, and how it can be improved:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;">Analyses of 800 existing scientific studies and 10 separate investigations involving nearly 5,000 participants from diverse countries and industries.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;">In-depth interviews with 50 individuals who had significantly enhanced their self-awareness.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;">A survey of 100s of managers and their employees to investigate the relationship between self-awareness and leadership.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;">An outcome of the study was the formulation and validation of a 7-factor, multi-rater self-awareness assessment.</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">The study resulted in the identification of 4 Leadership archetypes through various combinations of 2 self-awareness dimensions—internal and external—each with a unique set of development opportunities.</span></p><ol><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Introspectors</strong></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Seekers</strong></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Pleasers</strong></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Aware</strong></span></li></ol><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><a href="https://flevy.com/browse/flevypro/4-archetypes-of-self-awareness-7044" target="_blank"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}11071848655,RESIZE_710x{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="11071848655?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="710" /></a></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Each archetype has its own unique set of development opportunities. Let's delve a little deeper into some characteristics of the 4 archetypes.</span></p><h3><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Seekers</strong></span></h3><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Seekers are oblivious of their identity, their core values, and how others perceive them. As a result, they may feel confined or dissatisfied with their performance and relationships.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><a href="https://flevy.com/browse/flevypro/5-decision-making-styles-3407" target="_blank">Decision-making may be difficult for seekers, who may feel inundated by the abundance of available options</a>. In addition, they may feel alienated from those who do not share their pursuit for meaning and purpose.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Seekers can develop both internal and external self-awareness by embracing the unknown and being receptive to new experiences and points of view.</span></p><h3><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Introspectors</strong></span></h3><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">They are aware of who they are, but they do not challenge their own perspectives or investigate their unperceived shortcomings by soliciting feedback from others. This can negatively impact their relationships and hinder their success.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Introspector self-awareness can be enhanced by a commitment to personal growth and development through introspection and reinforcement with feedback from external sources.</span></p><h3><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Pleasers</strong></span></h3><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Their preoccupation with presenting a particular image of themselves to others causes them to neglect what is important to them. They are likely to make decisions that are detrimental to their own success and happiness as time passes.</span></p><h3><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Aware</strong></span></h3><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">They have a distinct comprehension of their identity and objectives, and they seek out and respect the perspectives of others. In such a condition, leaders begin to realize the full benefits of self-awareness.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Interested in learning more about 4 Archetypes of Self-awareness? You can download <a href="https://flevy.com/browse/flevypro/4-archetypes-of-self-awareness-7044">an editable PowerPoint presentation on <strong>4 Archetypes of Self-awareness</strong> here </a>on the <a href="https://flevy.com/browse">Flevy documents marketplace</a>.</span></p><h3><span style="font-size:12pt;">Want to Achieve Excellence in Organizational Leadership (OL)?</span></h3><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Gain the knowledge and develop the expertise to become an expert in Organizational Leadership (OL). 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The main utility of the PCM model is in understanding others’ personality types, discovering one’s own personality, and personifying others’ personality types to have better relationships.</p><p>PCM allows the executives to understand others’ needs, influence others, find practical solutions to problems, and manage conflict. The model has found its utilization in a number of Fortune 500 organizations. NASA has used PCM for the training and selection of its astronauts for over 20 years.</p><p>As per the PCM model, each individual embodies an assortment of behaviors, each with its own set of psychological requirements, strengths, weaknesses, communication style, and motivations. The Process Communication Model describes that each of us exemplify a combination of 6 personality types—each of personality type has its strengths and weaknesses—but one personality dominates the others in an individual. The 6 personality types are:</p><ol><li><strong>Harmonizer</strong></li><li><strong>Rebel</strong></li><li><strong>Thinker</strong></li><li><strong>Persister</strong></li><li><strong>Imaginer</strong></li><li><strong>Promoter</strong></li></ol><p><a href="https://flevy.com/browse/flevypro/process-communication-model-pcm-personality-types-5642"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9135" src="https://flevy.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/PCM-Model.png" alt="" width="970" height="728" /></a></p><p>Let’s discuss these personality types in a bit detail.</p><h3><strong>Harmonizer</strong></h3><p>Individuals with a dominating Harmonizer personality type are humble, quiet, and naturally gifted at forming relationships with others. The Harmonizers care for their family and friends, are compassionate, and use their feelings to judge the world around them. They treat others cordially, make them feel comfortable, listen to them attentively, and do not shy away from making physical contact.</p><p>Recognition of their personality and others’ amiable communication style motivate the Harmonizers. Under difficult circumstances, these individuals tend to become apprehensive, lack firmness, act irrationally, and make grave mistakes / incoherent decisions.</p><h3><strong>Rebel</strong></h3><p>The individuals possessing a Rebel personality are generally creative, fun loving, and radiate positive energy for others. These individuals respond promptly, reciprocate righteousness with virtue, and enjoy the present. The Rebels are valued for their extemporaneous humor, interest in others, energy, and problem-solving ability. They are a bit impulsive and judge the world around them through their likes and dislikes.</p><p>Others upbeat communication style and stimulation through playful contact motivate the Rebels. Under stress, the Rebels tend to get confused, whine, irritate others, leave complex situations, and bounce responsibility to others.</p><h3><strong>Thinker</strong></h3><p>Individuals with a dominating Thinker personality believe in data, logic, and perfectionism. They take on a methodical approach to doing things, ask too many queries, and only attend meetings when there is a formal agenda set in advance. The Thinker personality likes to evaluate detailed information before drawing any conclusions. These people are valued for their planning and organization ability, dependability, structuring ideas logically, and clear expression.</p><p>Recognition of their thoughts and accomplishments motivates the Thinkers. Under stress, they reverse delegate tasks and start doing those themselves, try to gather as much detail as possible to understand the situation, and may start arguments or even attack others. These people need time and assurance of their abilities to return to their organized selves.</p><p>Interested in learning more about PCM and its other personality profiles? You can download <a href="https://flevy.com/browse/flevypro/process-communication-model-pcm-personality-types-5642">an editable PowerPoint presentation on <strong>Process Communication Model: Personality Types</strong> here</a><u> </u>on the <a href="https://flevy.com/browse">Flevy documents marketplace</a>.</p><h3>Do You Find Value in This Framework?</h3><p>You can download in-depth presentations on this and hundreds of similar business frameworks from the <a href="https://flevy.com/pro/library">FlevyPro Library</a>. <a href="https://flevy.com/pro">FlevyPro</a> is trusted and utilized by 1000s of management consultants and corporate executives. Here’s what some have to say:</p><blockquote><p>“My FlevyPro subscription provides me with the most popular frameworks and decks in demand in today’s market. 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