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Can’t We All Just Get Along?
Shari Frisinger
(April 16, 2009)
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Project managers have the difficult task of overseeing diverse teams, and finding ways to motivate and keep them functioning in harmony. While this often may seem like an impossible task, especially as organizations cut resources and spending, it’s doable. Understanding these six workplace personality types can go a long way.
Each of us has our own natural style of thinking, processing information, problem solving and communicating. Conflict on projects often arises when communication appears to be at a standstill — or when someone has miscommunicated his or her message. By learning to give your team members the information they need, in the manner they can process most efficiently, you can actually increase productivity and create a more harmonious work environment.
Take a look at the six different personality types below. See if you can identify your colleagues and team members, and use their personality strengths to drive results on your projects.
Commanding Drivers focus on tasks, goals and the bottom line. They take charge and make decisions quickly even if they do not have all the details.
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