Chapter 12

Flexibility

Several persons observed that I seemed very patient. What they did not know is that I knew personality work styles and what my role should be with each style. Sometimes I had to be more patient than others for people to reach decisions or accomplish their tasks based on their style of work.

Each of us has our own style of performing tasks and working with people. Much research on behavioral styles has been conducted to assist us understand how to work more effectively with others. If we want to influence and motivate individuals and work groups, understanding how they prefer to get their work done can assist you tailor your style to theirs.

For example, I know a talented and experienced individual who was recruited to ...

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