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These are the 4 different work styles and how to work with each
Drivers
Drivers are goal-oriented.
They thrive on challenge, results, and winning. They tackle problems head-on with logic.
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Working Style
Ever wonder why you have great chemistry with some colleagues and butt heads with others? It comes down to your working styles.
Some people like risks, others prefer rules. Some want consensus, while others want to win.
Pioneers
Pioneers are big-picture thinkers who want to take advantage of opportunities or create new ones. They tend to not be detail-minded, and they make quick, spontaneous decisions.
Guardians
Guardians like stability, order, and rigor. They’re pragmatic, detail-oriented, and risk-averse.
Drivers
Drivers are goal-oriented.
They thrive on challenge, results, and winning. They tackle problems head-on with logic.
Integrators
Integrators can understand the context of moving pieces. They’re the glue that holds the pieces together.
Using the styles at work
Once you identify your style and the styles of your coworkers, you can use them to improve collaboration as well as recognize your tendencies and biases.
Combining different working styles often creates better output. Alone, you might miss some key aspects, context, or risk beyond your own view.
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A one-size-fits-all approach won’t work well on a team with a mix of types.
For example, too many constraints can completely shut a Pioneer down, while a Guardian may withdraw in an environment that feels too chaotic.
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