Paul in detail

Paul is curious for new ideas and insights. Socially adept, even-tempered and tireless in his efforts to bring about peace and well being, he tends to hold the perfect relationship as the ideal. He tends to be light-hearted and sunny, and because he constantly seeks to avoid painful experiences, he tends to steer away from personal anxieties.

He is an imaginative and creative visionary who is a source of inspiration to most. Quick to see the possibilities of new ideas and projects, Paul is outstanding at initiating these and persuading people to support him. He flourishes in jobs where he can be of constant service or use his talent to persuade.

He tends to enjoy the company of like-minded people and may be somewhat less interested in his opposite types, perceiving them as drab, rather predictable and conventional. He is comfortable letting others manage the more technical aspects of a project so he can devote his full energies to creating a co-operative, comfortable environment.

Paul is energetic, enthusiastic, responsible, conscientious and persuasive. He prefers to be seen as rather sociable and may relish the occasional spotlight.

Paul is an ideas person and can work on several at the same time due to his high energy levels. He is a warm individual who prefers to avoid confrontation and painful situations, preferring to hold onto his optimistic view of others potential. Paul can be let down by others because he overestimates their ability and often they cannot live up to his expectations.

Paul will have lots of friends and often more than one romance on the go at the same time. He gets on well with most people, although tends to be a little intolerant of his opposite type whom he views as nit picking and too serious for his tastes.

Within a team Paul will be the ideas person. He is an original thinker and a good judge of people. He is a conscientious worker and encouraging to others. He likes to be the centre of attraction and if an idea no longer holds the interests of those whose approval he seeks he can be guilty of dropping it and moving on to the next thing. Paul would benefit from an occasional night home alone to relax and re-charge his batteries.

Paul's personal strengths

The strengths that you would bring to an organisation are outlined below.

·        As an adaptive individual with versatile people skills you are often willing to go with the flow, especially where people are concerned.

·        You are an interactive and sometimes hyperactive individual. Your inspirational approach to life means that there is never a dull moment around you.

·        Your High energy and love of the new inspires you to readily initiate activities, as you are willing to try anything at least once.

·        You are imaginative, dynamic and highly resourceful around people which means you can usually gain their commitment and support for your activities.

·        An eternal optimist and positive thinker you always view the glass as half full.

·        You perceptive and innovative stance helps when encouraging others to see and participate in the bigger picture.

Paul's personal weaknesses

Jung said, "Wisdom accepts that all things have two sides". It has also been said that a weakness is simply an overused strength.  Jung's reference to wisdom having two sides is also true of people. You have many strengths, however, you also have some potential weaknesses and it is helpful to be aware of these.

·        You have been known to answer the question before it has been asked. Your strong opinions could close you to others ideas or views on a subject.

·        You prefer flexibility, which means that this sometimes prevents you from commitment to any one action.

·        Although you are well liked, you have a tendency to be vocally judgmental, critical and can be rather patronising or somewhat superior.

·        Your outwardly directed energy can be overpowering to some. You must remember that others are not necessarily as energetic, and could do with more frequent breaks.

·        Working or being alone for long periods is not something that you enjoy. This need for company means you could be easily distracted from tasks requiring contemplation.

·        Your keenness for innovation may lead to you being influenced by recent events or conversations and you are inclined to exaggerate the significance of some events.

·        You will benefit from being more questioning of other's motives and ideas, and by taking more time to see to your own needs.

Paul's ideal work environment

People are generally most effective when provided with an environment, which suits their preferences and style.

You should consider the following description of your ideal environment and seek to achieve this to gain fulfilment in your job role.

·        The culture promotes a democratic management style and an environment where you can set the pace.

·        You thrive on recognition and have a need for the trappings of success. Any certificates of achievement, or quality awards need to be displayed where you and others can see them. As far as you are concerned this all helps create a motivational climate.

·        That there are like-minded colleagues to provide invention, enthusiasm and fun is a must, as is ample opportunity for social contact with colleagues.

·        Rules on time keeping and dress code are generally more relaxed and the emphasis is on informality and tapping in to inner creativity.

·        You need information to be openly and freely available and exchanged. You thrive in team meetings where you can display your natural gift for getting the best out of people.