They are dependable, agreeable and calm. Their tendency is to enjoy a strong group or family orientation and be a bit on the reserved side. They resist change and seek stability and security. These people are often perfectionists. They find it easy to stay focused on a task since they don't need the amount of personal interaction typical of an Influencer.
Cautious people prefer less small talk and are very sensitive, especially to criticism.
Since they strive for precision and order, it is difficult to find a mistake they have made. It's akin to trying to find a flea on a porcupine. When a Direct or Cautious find things are not going the way they want them to go they may appear abrasive. The Direct will become more assertive and the Cautious will become more critical. The Influencer and the Steady will tend to be more amiable if they are not getting what they want.