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Practical Application
High "D"s
• They need challenges and choices.
• They don't like to be told what to do. They want to be their
own bosses.
• Controlling themselves is most important. Desiring to
control others, "D"s need to guard their feelings.
• Since "D"s test and challenge authority, they need to learn
that everyone has a boss. If not, they will push others to
the limit.
Instead of telling "D" s to complete a task immediately, give them the choice between completing the task now or by a certain time. They will usually choose the latter, but they at least have the choice.
High "I"s
• They need lots of recognition, approval and stroking.
• They like to talk and get attention. Being quiet is difficult
for them.
• Give them opportunities to express themselves.
• Don't put them down for their desire to entertain.
• Encourage them to control their excitement and share the
limelight with others.
"I"s need to learn they will have more friends when they make others look good. Praise them when they do well. Emphasize how their poor behavior makes them look bad,
when they under-achieve. They especially need to guard against pleasing everyone.
High "C"s
• They like to do things right. Finishing a project half way or
half right is unacceptable to them.
• Give them time and resources to do their best.
• Don't push them to always do better. They may get
frustrated and give up.
• Encourage them to improve their people skills. They need
to learn to be more sociable.
• Answer their questions and explain the "whys of life."
Provide these types with happy and positive atmospheres. They tend to be naturally pessimistic and moody. Joyful and uplifting music around the home or office can be very encouraging. Avoid being constantly negative and critical, especially with these personalitiy types.
High "S"s
• They desire steady and stable environments. Change is
difficult. Give them time to adjust.
• Don't expect them to accept risks or try new things. They
prefer traditional roles.
• Difficult assignments and enthusiastic challenges are not
effective. Friendly and sweet appeals are best.
• Encourage "S"s to be more outgoing and assertive, so that
they won't be taken advantage.
"S"s' natural submission causes others to take advantage of them. "S"s need to learn how to control their reluctance to be bold and assertive. Saying "no" can be frightening, yet powerful. Taking chances and risks to take charge can be very rewarding.
