Reality is a state of mind. People don't see life as it is . . . Different people have different perspectives about their place in an organization and their overall place in life. Using the following groupings, managers can adjust their expectations based on understanding the employee's perspective. People at this perspective view life through the limits of rules - needing someone to tell them what to do, similar to the viewpoint of children.
Life is very simplistic and follows a rather rigid pattern.
They are most resistant to new situations, sudden changes and unpredictability. Managers who recognize their needs and work with them will find they can adapt, albeit more slowly, and become productive members of the new endeavors. They do need extra support and guidance to get there. People at this perspective view life as competition with others - similar to teenagers who are striking out to conquer the world. Employees at this perspective have tremendous energy and can accomplish a great deal in the right situations.