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The Cactus and Snowflake at Work

The Cactus and Snowflake at Work

  • Everyone falls somewhere on the Snowflake-to-Cactus continuum.
  • Determine where you and others land on the continuum, but don’t try to change others’ styles.
  • Avoid demeaning or stereotyping people because of their personality.
  • Snowflakes and Cacti will perceive the same event differently.
  • Work on yourself to improve your interactions.
  • Cater your language to the personality of the people you speak to.
  • Know your triggers to avoid triggering others.

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