Every office setting is filled with very different personality types all working alongside each other. The dynamic atmosphere that this creates can be interesting as well as difficult to handle. That is why it is important for you to know the various personality types in your office and know how to effectively work with them. Knowing how to work with various personalities will ensure that you are able to achieve more professional growth.
According to New England Office Supply, there are 4 main types of people in the office. They make rash decisions, usually before they have all the information they need.
The Commander
- They thrive as leaders or working alone.
- They are goal orientated- they focus on singular tasks and worry about the end result.
- They want power; therefore they try taking the lead in various tasks.
- They make rash decisions, usually before they have all the information they need.
- They can seem rude even though they aren’t intending to be.
- They expect people to follow their ideas
Although this type of office personality may seem very intimidating, it is best that you do not let them walk over you. If you are firm yet understanding towards such a person, you can experience professional as well as personal growth. You need to match their confidence and put them in their place at times. If such a person is working below you, giving them individual projects as opposed to group projects will be more effective.
The Adventurer
- They seek and enjoy many challenges.
- They are goal-orientated and have high standards and expectations for themselves.
- They have a lot of energy.
They are driven by challenges.If they are your co-worker, you should debate and come up with ideas with them. If they work underneath you, make sure you provide them with tasks they can initially start and setup. This type of person will benefit from a Prince2 or Project Management Essentials course as they have the potential of climbing up the corporate ladder.
The Perfectionist
- They are usually introverted, and prefer working in their own space.
- They spend a lot of time going through their work ‘with a fine-toothed comb’ before turning it in.
- They are extremely detail specific, logical and analytical.
- They can become very frustrated and irritated if things aren’t the way they want them to be.
The perfectionist is quiet but is still able to socialise. They prefer working alone and take time to solve and figure out difficult predicaments; therefore, you need to allow them time to do their work effectively and thoroughly. Recognising such a person in the office and being sensitive to their needs with help both of your personal growths.
The Stabiliser
- This person works at a slow and steady pace.
- They work ideally in a team.
- They enjoy routine and avoid risks.
- They are agreeable and will not deliberately look for conflicts or disagreements.
As this person works well as a co-worker in a team, you can trust them to perform well in a group and complete all their work on time. They do not seek approval or praise but giving them some recognition for their efforts will be beneficial.
Which of the above four categories do you fall under? Drop us a comment!
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