My results indicated that my orientation is towards Influence/Dominance. I think that the test got it right and I don't wish I were another type: my personal opinion is that rather than trying to become another type, one should find what their natural type is and work at maximizing their effectiveness while playing to their natural strengths.
It would probably be pretty instructive to learn what management "type" someone is to better understand where they are coming from. That way you can be better prepared for their actions and their management style and know what to expect when working with them. These are the same reasons why I think that this would also help in personal situations.
If I could choose the people I would be stranded with on our frozen survival scenario, I would likely choose a Dominant/Influence leader who was knowledgeable and would understand what would need to be done to survive. In a scenario like this, it would be important to have someone who could get everyone on the same page quickly and effectively. Steadiness and Conscientiousness would not be as important if our lives were on the line.
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I agree with your results. I ahve worked with you numerous times throughout the semester and everytime, you were extremely influential in the outcome of the task.
ReplyDeleteI also agree with you that you have to work with what you have and make the most out of it instead of trying to be something you are not. I also believe that it is a good idea to know what management type other people are. However, I do think that people could potentially use there type as an excuse for poor performance or acting in a way they shouldn't.
I also agree with your results. Although I have never worked with you in a project, I can sense that you are the Influence/Dominant type. I figure this because you've spoken up in class and you seem to be assertive in your comments. In addition, you are one of the few who actually talks in class. I have yet to find a diagnostic that someone does not agree with but I will still be looking.
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