Successful Business Relationships
Successful business relationships are often a result of mutual respect and appreciation, but in order to have a successful relationship with your employees, it is necessary to become familiar with the different types of people who work for you. Knowing what kind of personality your employees have will go a long way in helping you understand their motives and how best to communicate with them. Here is an overview of the main types of personalities that come into play when dealing with other people at work.
1) The Jibo: These are compatible employees who always say just what they mean, whether it be good or bad — and that includes on social media posts where others can see. Their straightforward communication style doesn't have hidden meanings and they can always be counted on to take criticism without taking it personally.
2) The Time Provider: This person always goes the extra mile to ensure that a project or task is completed in as timely and efficient a manner as possible. They tend to be very organized, meeting all deadlines and work hard to meet even more stringent demands. This type of person is often the perfectionist who does not like to leave anything half finished, but they also may tend to take on too much at once which can lead to burnout. They demand perfection from themselves as well as others, so needless to say, this type of employee can expect high standards from their superiors.
3) The Blabbermouth: These types of employees are in it for the money and will tell everyone they meet what the boss's position is so they can get a raise or promotion. They are also likely to leak gossip, which can create a toxic atmosphere for coworkers. If you have one of these employees on your team, it's best to avoid starting conversations with them that could have a negative effect. For example, if you want someone to take on more responsibilities, you should not tell them that you were thinking of giving them a promotion because it will lead to the employee boasting about their new job status in front of others who may be jealous — not exactly something anyone wants to hear.
4) The Hinge Worker: This type of employee is the one who is likely to change jobs frequently and is always looking for greener pastures. They are not loyal to a single company or department and it can be difficult to get them to commit to a project or position. However, they also tend to have higher productivity levels because their job requirements are not too demanding, which means they are more easygoing and pleasant to work with.
5) The Dominant Type: This type of employee will tell you that they work for the company, but in reality, they only work for themselves; this may include meeting personal deadlines themselves rather than relying on others in the office. They believe they are always right and need to win every argument, which can cause serious problems when working with other employees. They also tend to play favorites with coworkers, which can be hurtful and even a bit demoralizing for the team.
6) The Passive Aggressive: These types of employees are not necessarily toxic but tend to be non-conformists who are not quick to pay attention to details. They will ask for help many times, but never really follow through on what is requested. This type of employee does not usually air grievances in a direct manner, so it's important for superiors to listen closely in order to understand what this person wants and needs. They are usually the type who won't complain, but will instead act out by creating drama.
7) The Logic Donor: This is someone who uses logic and reasoning rather than emotional responses to solve problems or resolve conflicts. They can be great adapters because they are open to new solutions and solutions that are not part of their experience or comfort zone. At times, they can become rigid thinkers in certain situations, so it's important for you to consider that in order to come up with a solution.
8) The Selfish Employee: These people don't care about the success of the company or corporation; instead, they care about individual benefits such as raises or bonuses. This type of employee is the one who tries to get away with breaking rules just to make everyone else mad. They will attempt to hide their own incompetence by claiming they are in a meeting, when in fact they are on Facebook, which can lead to work being severely delayed.
9) The Liar: This type of employee is likely to tell lies at work in order to gain favor or avoid conflict; for example, they may claim that there will be overtime when there isn't because it will require less people on staff and thus cut costs. This can become very detrimental for the company and morale is likely to suffer as a result. This also includes employees who are always focused on looking good in front of others, such as professional appearances and their own social media posts.
10) The Interviewer: This type of employee is not exactly a bad person but they are very critical and critical of other people's performance. They never sugarcoat their opinions for fear of losing face with their superiors. Additionally, they tend to avoid working in teams but instead want to take on all tasks on their own; this can lead to great stress because the person is doing everything themselves.
11) The Snitch: This type of employee wants to know what their colleagues are talking about at work and when they ask, they will often twist the truth to create a negative story that may not be accurate. When it comes time for employees to give a performance review, this employee will often be the one who makes negative comments because they want to see their course of action fulfilled. They also tend to exaggerate how well they are doing in order to look good in front of others, which can lead them feeling like they are performing poorly despite being doing a great job.
Conclusion
It's important to note that each type of employee has its own benefits and disadvantages. There are those that can create problems for the rest of the team and there are those that can be of great assistance. It is up to you as the manager or supervisor to determine how to work with one or which type of employee works best for you and your company. You also need to understand what kind of person you are working with so as not to cause stress or unnecessary conflict.
With so many types of employees in one workplace, it's difficult to pinpoint what kind is best – but it could help if you have a better understanding before making a final decision.