Knowing this information about yourself will forever change\u00a0how you approach your life, your career, and your workplace relationships. Knowing more about who we are and how we move through the world gives us insight and grace for understanding others. <\/p>\n
Here are 5 tips\u00a0for working with each of these 4 Types of people based on my\u00a0Energy Profiling system. <\/h3>\nHow to honor your Bright & Animated Type 1 co-workers<\/h4>\n
The energy of Type 1 people is naturally\u00a0fun-loving, upward,\u00a0and animated. Type 1 people are the “light” of the party since they bring a smile to our faces and are full of brilliant ideas.<\/p>\n
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- Socialize with them.\u00a0When you have work to do together, don’t dive into business right away. Socialize for a few minutes, ask a fun question, or exchange random stories.s.<\/li>\n
- Encourage their ideas. Their gift\u00a0for coming up with ideas is pure gold! But all\u00a0of the ideas? Not always golden (they already know this). But never squash an idea. Create an idea incubator so you\u00a0can capture ideas together for the future so they\u00a0aren’t lost or ignored.<\/li>\n
- Let them try new things.\u00a0Keep things fresh. Too much structure and routine will deplete their energy. Encourage them to step out and put some of their ideas to work.<\/li>\n
- Don’t isolate them. Make sure they are working with a team, otherwise they\u00a0can wilt or\u00a0lose confidence in themselves and\u00a0even in their job. Include them in what you’re working on\u2014or just reach out to bounce some ideas off of them.<\/li>\n
- Learn to love and appreciate\u00a0their light and positivity.\u00a0These people are naturally playful and spontaneous and they bring\u00a0a dose of fun wherever they are.\u00a0And they’ll light up a room when they are in their element.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
How to honor your Soft & Subtle Type\u00a02 co-workers<\/h4>\n
The energy of Type 2 people is naturally more fluid, flowing, and subdued. Their steady, sensitive natures make them great at connecting with people and tuning\u00a0in to the details.<\/p>\n
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- Don’t rush them. And don’t demand a quick decision.\u00a0Give them a heads up if you’d like them to come prepared to share something. And give them time to process and think about things\u00a0first. <\/li>\n
- Let them ask their questions. These people need details in order to make a plan to\u00a0do a job. So encourage\u00a0time and space for them to ask questions\u2014they’ll often get to the heart of a matter!<\/li>\n
- Take time to connect with them. Slow down and connect with them, one-on-one. Ask about their families,\u00a0what’s important to them, etc.<\/li>\n
- Don’t be put off by piles. Let them organize their physical environment in a way that makes them comfortable. Piles represent information that is connected and they’ll know how everything is connected and where to find things.<\/li>\n
- Learn to love and appreciate their subtle\u00a0sensitivity.\u00a0These people\u00a0are more emotionally connected and heart-centered individuals. They’re tuned in to the people around them because they can connect with people well. So honor their ability to\u00a0lead from\u00a0the heart.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
How to honor your Rich & Dynamic Type 3 co-workers<\/h4>\n
The energy of Type 3 people is active, reactive, and\u00a0dynamic.\u00a0They are natural go-getters who like\u00a0to be challenged\u00a0and create bigger results.<\/p>\n
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- Challenge them with a big project.\u00a0They’ll\u00a0enjoy\u00a0the challenge, so encourage them to take on projects where they can influence and see their results. (And trust\u00a0them with enough\u00a0autonomy\u00a0and\u00a0time to actually get things done on a deadline.) That brings us to…<\/li>\n
- Minimize meetings. Or at least make sure there is\u00a0a point to all of them! Having an agenda to keep things moving make meetings productive for them.<\/li>\n
- Let them think big. Don’t squash their desire to think and go big. Encourage this while also reminding them of the\u00a0goals.<\/li>\n
- Recognize\u00a0their results.\u00a0Reward their contributions and even\u00a0express\u00a0your gratitude by sharing your reactions.\u00a0(If you have a friendly workplace competition, expect the Type 3 people to jump on it!)<\/li>\n
- Learn to love and appreciate their push-forward energy.\u00a0Their gift is taking action, so they can\u00a0and will\u00a0move people and projects\u00a0forward (and can be prone to abrupt changes at times)\u2014so if they come across as “pushy” to you, recognize and honor that their push-forward, go-getter energy is\u00a0trying to help get the job done efficiently.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
How to honor your Bold & Striking Type 4 co-workers<\/h4>\n
The energy of Type 4 people is\u00a0constant, still, bold,\u00a0and focused. They have a keen eye for seeing what can be perfected and improved.<\/p>\n
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- Let them focus on the big picture.\u00a0When you combine their\u00a0ability to see the big picture and their\u00a0keen eye for perfecting things, you get a powerful ability to focus. Let them work independently in structured blocks of time so they can focus well. (Moments of solitude also help\u00a0them stay balanced.)<\/li>\n
- Embrace their ability to find and solve problems.\u00a0These people are deep thinkers with a gift for reflection and the ability\u00a0to spot the exact problem and simplify a problem and solution. So give them appropriate opportunities\u00a0to share their feedback\u2014they’ll naturally notice what could be improved.<\/li>\n
- Respect them at all times. When you are with them, respect their time and respect their opinions\u2014you don’t have to agree on everything, but you show respect by honoring their work, their thoughts and opinions, and\u00a0how they structure their\u00a0time and their space.<\/li>\n
- Don’t interrupt them. If they are speaking, let them finish their thought.\u00a0If you need them but they are focused on something, ask when they could meet with you and be specific. When you take them out of their zone, it can take a longer time for them to get back on track.<\/li>\n
- Learn to love their bold, blunt, straightforward approach.\u00a0They have the ability to see things for what they are and tell it like it is. You never have to guess where they stand or where they stand with you. When you embrace that side of them, you’ll see it for the gift that it is.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
I’ve learned so much from each Type of\u00a0person I’ve ever worked with. And I can say with all sincerity, that I’ve enjoyed my work relationships so much more ever since I learned this information and applied it with the people I worked with. It’s made conversations, projects, and teamwork so much more satisfying because of it.<\/p>\n
And by no means are these the only tips\u2014they are only a\u00a0tip of the iceberg!\u00a0(But they can help you improve your workplace culture so you enjoy going to work.) So I’d love for you to share YOUR tips too! Share them in the comments section below.<\/p>\n
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