Are you a Type D Personality?

In other words, Charlie Brown?

• ?A Type D personality takes a slower, easier pace towards their work and life in general.
• They seek security and longevity on the job and are very happy doing a repetitive task, day in and day out as repetition allows them to become very skilled in what they do.
• They don’t like it when rules or processes are changed on a regular basis, as that’s contrary to their desire to minimise change and stick with what they know works.
• For the Type D personality, even though the current way may be unpleasant, they worry that the unknown may be even worse.?

Suitable Jobs:

Administrator; Financial services; HR manager; Social worker/counsellor; Family doctor/nurse; Assembly line worker; Residential/community services; Mechanic; Teacher; Personal assistant/secretary; Insurance agent; Supervisor; Librarian; Security guard; Customer service representative?

Additional Notes:

• They seek the respect, sincere admiration, and acceptance of others.
• The Type D personality will gladly work hard to please the people they work for as long as they feel appreciated and receive plenty of reassurance as it creates a sense of security.
• Type D personalities often think the Type A personality is crazy for taking so many risks and not showing much concern for security and longevity.
• Type D personalities are usually very organised - being around a messy environment or disorganisation will bother them.
• They’re good at playing a very supportive role with others and are normally very caring, thoughtful, and compassionate.?
• They are patient, tend to be good listeners and will persevere when all others have given up.
• They especially like working in a group or on a team and will be a stabilising force in these scenarios.
• Although they may not be as fast as others, they pay attention to detail and are thorough.
• They’ll usually keep their feelings to themselves and are reluctant to express themselves, even if a more assertive type seems to be taking advantage of them.
• To attract the Type D personality, be sure to talk about the company benefits package and the long-term growth potential within the company as having a secure, stable environment is very important to them.?

Author: Nadia Martins, NDJ Consultants / MPowrMe

www.ndjconsultants.co.za / www.mpowrme.co.za