The downside to this temperament includes insecurity, pessimism, a critical nature and a layer of skepticism. Results are the driving force of the Director personality. Directors tend to be overachievers who are competitive, self-reliant, confident and productive. In the process of accomplishing numerous wonders, however, the Director's headstrong, argumentative, domineering nature often alienates those around them. When a Supporter is in a supervisory role and has to confront a Director about a sensitive company policy, a proven approach strategy would be a vital tool.
All communication is based on trust, and trust is built on common ground.
Common ground is found by understanding where people are coming from and meeting them there. All Rights Reserved. Originally published by Pro2Net on May 15, 2000. 2001 Pro2Net Corp.