Collaboration
A quick definition
You're team-minded and trust the people around you.
In practice
For you, teamwork is the natural way to work. You trust people, share information and spend time helping even when it isn't your task. You put the collective result ahead of the individual one, which strengthens the bond in any group.
How others see you
- Helps without being asked
- Shares information
- Trusts others
- Thinks of the team
Under pressure or overused
- Others may take advantage of your willingness.
- Your own priorities may get pushed aside.
Try this week
A kind no
This week, say no to a request that isn't yours and offer an alternative.
The other end of this dimension
IndependenceYou prefer to decide and work on your own.
More in this area
Connection
- Independence
You prefer to decide and work on your own.
- Directness
You tell it like it is and can give tough feedback.
- Warmth
You bring patience, care and attention to how others feel.
- Self-advocacy
You make your wins visible and stand up for your interests.
- Humility
You let results speak and stay unpretentious.
