My E profile
Overview:
You have a strong sense of humor. You usually know when to lighten a difficult situation, amuse and entertain people.
You have a strong feeling of optimism, considered favorably by most people around you. Your perception is that the bottle is half-full rather than half-empty.
You have to be with people. This extends into the need to gain popularity, achieve social recognition and influence those people around you. The "bottom-line" is a strong people orientation.
Communication:
You have a natural, outgoing style that some have labeled as the "natural salesperson." You are generally likable, talkative and socially assertive. Your primary intent is convincing or persuading people.
You can generate enthusiasm in yourself and in other people. Your enthusiasm, often contagious, involves many people in a social activity who might not ordinarily become involved.
One of your great strengths is your ability to communicate and talk readily. Since all strengths may be overused at times, you may sometimes talk too much.
You show sympathy to the feelings and needs of others. Your natural empathy style may draw others to you.
You are a natural communicator. You love to talk, offer jokes and make sure that everyone is having a good time. This trait is especially evident at functions and outings.
Improving Communication:
Many different factors determine the communication styles with which you are most comfortable. Some individuals thrive on the challenge of pointed criticism, while others are at their best in a nurturing environment where criticism is offered as a suggestion for improvement. Each of us has a unique set of requirements and preferences. Below is a list of communication styles that will mesh well with your own. Having a partner who understands and practices these traits is important to your long-term happiness.
Offer opinions and ideas that are stimulating.
Plan sufficient time to talk and listen.
Start with a personal comment to "break the ice."
Patiently draw out personal interests.
Find areas of common interest and involvement.
Share specific ideas to carry out an action.
Offer immediate rewards for accomplishments.
Ask for opinions and ideas.
Be responsive toward ideas and commitments.
Be prepared to listen to many stories.
Move casually, informally.
Strengths:
You take pride in being very loyal to friends and family.
You are good at reconciling (i.e. you don't like to sulk after a conflict is resolved).
You are good at helping others to reach their goals.
You are socially poised and people-oriented.
You tend to work hard at making sure that other people are happy.
You are a dependable and caring partner.
You are skilled at finding "win-win" solutions when conflicts arise.
You are generally very patient with people.
You tend to be a very calming influence in heated situations.
You tend to enjoy life and share that enjoyment with others.
You are optimistic and tend to make others feel good about themselves.
You are very sincere in actions and words.
Needs:
Acceptance in a variety of groups.
Support of your ideas and dreams.
Freedom from many rules and regulations and the ability to write your own rules.
No close supervision--you don't want people to hang over your shoulder.
Activities involving contact with many people.
An audience to perform to and entertain.
Excitement and variety of activities.
To be measured by the results obtained, not by the manner in which those results were accomplished.
Recognition of skills and ability.
A support system to help you get things done.
Exposure and recognition by those who really appreciate your results and achievements.
You have a strong sense of humor. You usually know when to lighten a difficult situation, amuse and entertain people.
You have a strong feeling of optimism, considered favorably by most people around you. Your perception is that the bottle is half-full rather than half-empty.
You have to be with people. This extends into the need to gain popularity, achieve social recognition and influence those people around you. The "bottom-line" is a strong people orientation.
Communication:
You have a natural, outgoing style that some have labeled as the "natural salesperson." You are generally likable, talkative and socially assertive. Your primary intent is convincing or persuading people.
You can generate enthusiasm in yourself and in other people. Your enthusiasm, often contagious, involves many people in a social activity who might not ordinarily become involved.
One of your great strengths is your ability to communicate and talk readily. Since all strengths may be overused at times, you may sometimes talk too much.
You show sympathy to the feelings and needs of others. Your natural empathy style may draw others to you.
You are a natural communicator. You love to talk, offer jokes and make sure that everyone is having a good time. This trait is especially evident at functions and outings.
Improving Communication:
Many different factors determine the communication styles with which you are most comfortable. Some individuals thrive on the challenge of pointed criticism, while others are at their best in a nurturing environment where criticism is offered as a suggestion for improvement. Each of us has a unique set of requirements and preferences. Below is a list of communication styles that will mesh well with your own. Having a partner who understands and practices these traits is important to your long-term happiness.
Offer opinions and ideas that are stimulating.
Plan sufficient time to talk and listen.
Start with a personal comment to "break the ice."
Patiently draw out personal interests.
Find areas of common interest and involvement.
Share specific ideas to carry out an action.
Offer immediate rewards for accomplishments.
Ask for opinions and ideas.
Be responsive toward ideas and commitments.
Be prepared to listen to many stories.
Move casually, informally.
Strengths:
You take pride in being very loyal to friends and family.
You are good at reconciling (i.e. you don't like to sulk after a conflict is resolved).
You are good at helping others to reach their goals.
You are socially poised and people-oriented.
You tend to work hard at making sure that other people are happy.
You are a dependable and caring partner.
You are skilled at finding "win-win" solutions when conflicts arise.
You are generally very patient with people.
You tend to be a very calming influence in heated situations.
You tend to enjoy life and share that enjoyment with others.
You are optimistic and tend to make others feel good about themselves.
You are very sincere in actions and words.
Needs:
Acceptance in a variety of groups.
Support of your ideas and dreams.
Freedom from many rules and regulations and the ability to write your own rules.
No close supervision--you don't want people to hang over your shoulder.
Activities involving contact with many people.
An audience to perform to and entertain.
Excitement and variety of activities.
To be measured by the results obtained, not by the manner in which those results were accomplished.
Recognition of skills and ability.
A support system to help you get things done.
Exposure and recognition by those who really appreciate your results and achievements.