1. I'm a deep thinker who acts quickly. If I come across as sudden or resistant, it might be because I'm already in action mode or thinking things through at a rapid pace. If I'm not responding immediately, I'm likely reflecting on the best approach before speaking.
2. I'm a meaning seeker, valuing what benefits the whole. To convince me or get my buy-in, show me how your idea or plan adds value not just to an individual but to the entire team or company. I'm motivated by a shared sense of purpose.
3. I take working relationships very seriously. Trust and positivity are crucial to me. I believe that building trust leads to honesty, which leads to better outcomes. I tend to see what could be improved, so I appreciate positive affirmation—it helps me balance my focus on gaps.
4. Divas drive excellence—yes, I can be a Diva sometimes. When I'm pushing hard for something, it's because I believe it leads to better results. My energy comes from a place of wanting to do great work, not from trying to overshadow others.
5. I'm motivated by what can be improved, not what's broken. Framing something as an opportunity for improvement energizes me. Dwelling on what's broken or negative for too long can be demotivating.
6. I need to have an impact and see the impact. If you see a way my work can be more impactful, please let me know. I thrive on knowing that my efforts lead to tangible results.
7. I prefer focusing on the bigger picture and long-term goals. I like to set clear, achievable steps that lead us toward a broader vision. In the short term, I do appreciate direct communication about observations and possible tweaks.
8. I'm good at seeing risk and nuance. If I highlight something in detail, it's because I sense complexity that requires careful thought. If you believe a perceived risk isn't really a risk, please tell me. I value that dialogue.
9. I value extremely straightforward communication (radical candor). If you think I'm over-focusing on details, I want to know about it directly. I'd rather have an uncomfortable truth than a comfortable silence.
10. I want teams to be open and collaborative, not siloed. If someone prefers to stay narrowly focused on their own tasks, it might clash with my desire for cross-team synergy. I see the best outcomes when everyone shares knowledge and ideas freely.
11. I'm very perceptive and default to sharing my perceptions. This can sometimes be a lot for others to absorb. Please feel free to let me know if I'm overwhelming you with information—I'm open to adjusting.
12. I'm driven to add value in any way I can. That "value" might be a metric (like hitting a number) or helping others perform at their best. Seeing people succeed is just as important to me as hitting targets.
13. I'm an ambivert. I love facilitating meaningful dialogue that moves us toward solutions. I value the team over the individual and sometimes struggle when people focus too narrowly on their piece of the puzzle.
14. I love owning things (I'm a collector of responsibility). This sometimes might feel like I'm overstepping. Please know it's not my intention to take over—it's just my desire to help and ensure progress. If you feel I'm stepping on your toes, let me know so we can find balance.
15. I'm a questioner who wants to tackle hard problems. I need to understand the bigger picture and how pieces fit together. If you're in a narrower mode, my approach might be frustrating—I ask many questions to explore the "why" behind things.