GENERAL TEMPERAMENT TYPE POPULAR DESCRIPTIONS L1 s - Leopards 1. Analyser 2. Perfection 3. Motivated by quality, logic, results R1 s - Lions 1. Visualiser 2. Power 3. Motivated by power, being the best L2 s - Elephants 1. Organiser 2. Peaceful 3. Motivated by comfort zone, order, peace, security R2 s - Dolphins 1. Personaliser 2. Popular 3. Motivated by people, fun, popularity
THE L1 TEMPERAMENT TYPE Leopards are independent, quiet lone rangers. They are thorough and task-focused and work at own pace. They want clearly defined tasks, to the point information and they need psychological space. Leopards have a strong need to do things right. They are the kind of people who actually read instruction manuals. They are great at providing quality control in any situation that demands accuracy, such as accounting or engineering. Because consistency and high standards are too important to Leopards, they are often frustrated by those who do not share these same characteristics. Their strong need for maintaining high (and sometimes unrealistic) standards can short-circuit their ability to express warmth in a relationship. Leopards are sometimes perceived by others as negative due to their realistic nature. Accurate, precise Analytical Authoritative Critical Factual High standards Industrious Introvert Inquisitive Logical, methodical Lone Ranger Mathematical Mind own business Perceptive, aware Private Rational Realistic Serious nature Thorough Works alone Analytical Financial Problem Solving Research Scientific Statistical Systems analyst Technical Judgmental Negative, pessimistic Too hard on self/others Too critical of others Too picky Overly sensitive Workaholics Uncaring Unemotional, detached Calculating Asocial Indecisive Moralistic Won t make decisions with-out all the facts Tends to hold grudges Not a team player Anxious, nervous Rational, focused, convergent, diagnostic, analytical, systematic, objective, precise, quick, scholarly, original, inventive, factual, and non-dogmatic Serious nature, bottle up, repress feelings, withdraw from conflict, and may be prone toward bitterness or anger Silence, space, stability, support, respect, own pace, high standards Results, achievement, being right, quality Fluent, clear and to the point, factual, monotone, indirect eye-contact, impatient, rigid posture, closed hands Are close to them (close family), are serious, intellectual, deep, can carry on a sensible conversation Disorganised, irrational, late, superficial, forgetful, lightweights, dishonest, lack of integrity Do not socialize, are outcomes (results) driven, organize well, want quality performance, and expect commitment and responsibility Faithful and devoted, detached, critical authentic Convergent focused learners, disciplined, acquiring and quantifying facts, applying analysis and logic, thinking through ideas, disciplined, factual, logical, independent learner, auditive, self-study, quantifies information, wants to-the-point factual feedback, well-structured class notes, forming theories, task driven (result) Convergent lecture style, formalized lecture, financial/technical case discussion, lectures, text book teaching method, programmed learning, analytical critical perspective, detailed/factual teaching These are the turtles. They will withdraw into their shells. They prefer to stay away from issues. It is hopeless to try and resolve conflict. A lose/lose attitude Avoidance, withdraw, quiet
THE L2 TEMPERAMENT TYPE Elephants relate well to people. They are calm, considerate, organized and consistent in their behavior. They are patient communicators, like detail and confirmation. One work describes these people: loyal. They re so loyal, in fact, that they can absorb emotional pain and punishment in a relationship and still stay committed. They are empathetic listeners and warm encouragers. They do not force their opinions or values on others. Elephants are also task focused, they are good managers and good administrators. Agreeable Amiable Articulate Calm Conformist Conservative Considerate Compassionate Controlled Data collector Dependable Detailed Diplomatic Empathetic Even tempered Firm principles Loyal Organised Patient Practical Responsible Reserved Reliable Safety oriented, security Sequential Stable, steadfast Stick to rules, Supportive Team player Technical reader Sensitive to feelings of others Administrative Agricultural Bookkeeping Implementation Landscaper Liaison/Negotiation Organisational Planning Regulatory Supervisory Over-accommodating one-track mind unimaginative conforming insecure one-track minded unassertive inhibited passive procrastinator materialistic inflexible tunnel vision habit ruled risk averse Detailed, structured, systematic, focused, practical, and conservative Controlled, reserved, empathetic, even tempered Nurturing, belonging, order, routine, security, stability commitment, warmth, loyalty Orderly environment, good relationships, appreciation form others Detailed, clear, slow, structured, patient, polite Respect them, care, energise them, have strong convictions, make decisions for them, are loyal Are too loud, are too pushy, expect too much, uncaring, confronting, are irresponsible Are well organized, follow rules and policy, maintain a tight reign but democratic management style, are conservative spenders Are easy to get along with, are pleasant and enjoyable, are good listeners, have compassion. Course content-practical orientation, using common sense, plans ahead, practical, likes detail and repetition (re Enforcement), wants detailed feedback, disciplined learner, can work independently, structured, practical, to the point, task driven (process) Organised, well structured lectures, thorough planning, sequential, orderly, discussions, and text book method, programmed learning, detail facts, to the point teaching These are like owls. They avoid confrontation. They will try to restore harmony. They will seek a middle ground to satisfy both themselves and the other person. They will continue until tension has been fully resolved. A win/win attitude Compliance, insecure, uncomfortable
THE R1 TEMPERAMENT TYPE Lions are leaders. They like authority and power. They are usually the bosses at work or at least they think they are! They are decisive, initiate communication. They are competitive and fast-paced. They are usually individuals who seek new adventures and opportunities. Lions are confident and self -reliant. In a group setting, if no one else instantly takes charge, the Lion will. Unfortunately, their natural dominating traits can cause problems with others. Most true entrepreneurs are strong Lions, or at least have a lot of Lion in them. Their leadership style will be autocratic, impatient and ego-centric. Achievement driven Artistic Assertive Competitive Creative Decisive Efficient Egocentric Energetic Enjoys challenge Holistic Imaginative Impulsive Independent Influential Ingenious Intuitive( of solutions) Leaders Likes variety Motivators Outspoken, passionate Persistent Quick to strategise Risk taker Self-starter Spatial Strong willed Synthesiser Takes charge Change agents Conceptualisers Creativity Managerial Visualising Leading Impatient Blunt Domineering Controlling A poor listener Impulsive Demanding Pushy Tough Harsh Ego-centric Insensitive to feelings of others Quickly bored by routine or mechanism May neglect routine assignments May run over others who are slower to act or speak Bored by trivia Restless, hyperactive Conceptual (ideas), divergent (not focused), creative, not logical or systematic, not detailed, big picture, strategic thinker, metaphoric Say what they feel, impulsive, quick, passionate spontaneous, jovial, flamboyant, intense Appreciation, acknowledgement, lime light, to win, to achieve, to have power, to be in charge, freedom Challenge, power, credit for achievement, competition, winning One way, no-detail, not systematic, direct eye-contact, pointing at others, leans forward to make their point, loud, domineering, and impatient See things their way, cooperate, are supportive, work hard Are lazy, challenge their authority, are not loyal, and are ineffective Are confident, assertive, competitive, tough, authoritarian, dynamic, do not tolerate mistakes May be demanding, domineering, need acknowledgment, may be self centered Divergent thinker(open minded), big picture, future driven, creative, likes visual presentation, colour lack focus, gets bored very soon, needs variety, likes experimentation, likes metaphors, stories, mind maps, rely on intuition, constructing concepts, holistic picture, synthesizing content Spontaneity in class, experiential opportunities, experimentation, playfulness, and future oriented discussions, divergent lecture style, visual displays and aesthetics, being involved They are like sharks. They try to overpower opponents. Relationships are of minor importance, they ve got a win loose attitude Harsh, blunt, impulsive, and autocratic
THE R2 TEMPERAMENT TYPE Dolphins are dependent, people oriented, enthusiastic and can be emotionally unstable. Dolphins are excitable, funseeking, cheerleader types who love to talk! They re great at motivating others and need to be in an environment where they can talk and have a voice in making major decisions. The dolphin s outgoing nature makes them great networkers. They can be very loving and encouraging unless under pressure, when they tend to use their verbal skills to attack. They have a strong desire to be liked and enjoy being the centre of attention. They are often very attentive to style, clothes and flash. Dolphins are the life on any party, and most people really enjoy being around them. Adaptable, tolerant Cooperative Dramatic Emotional Empathetic Enthusiastic Expressive Friendly Fun-loving Good Communicator Inspirational Lively Motivational Musical Optimistic Outgoing Psychic potential Reader(personal) Sensory sharp for ( peoples behavior) Social Spiritual Stimulating Symbolic Talkative Warm personality Dramatic arts Inspiring people Relating to others Supporting Service orientation Teaching Training Writing (correspondence) A people s pleaser Disorganized Impulsive Reactive Too talkative Excitable Unrealistic Not detail-oriented Listen to feeling above logic Self sacrificing Time waster Needy Suggestible Too trusting emotional Intuititive, with heart, unstructured, subjective, and irrational Cheerful, bubbly, body-language, moody ups and downs, enthusiastic, sense of humour, fun Seeks attention, approval, affection, acceptance, reassuring Recognition and approval of others Enthusiastic and stimulating, body language, on-verbal gestures, likes to touch while communicating, Inspiring, praising, friendly, eye-contact, unstructured and not to the point Are fun, which listen, laugh, and praise and approve, care Criticise, judge Are confident, assertive, competitive, tough, authoritarian, dynamic, do not tolerate mistakes Maintain friendship, acknowledge, listen, and share, do not hold grudges and want to be accepted Listening and sharing ideas, integrating experiences with the self, emotional involvement, subjective, Learner likes group discussions and interaction. Interpretive learner (likes poetry) likes personal approval, background music Participation, support in learning, sensory movement, music, people oriented case discussions, group interactions They are the Teddy bears. The relationship is of great importance, while their own goals are of less importance. Conflict should be avoided because it will damage relationships. Often a lose/win attitude Personal attack, impulsive, excitable, unrealistic