Surrounded by Bad Bosses and Lazy Employees

When a detail-oriented introvert must collaborate or make decisions with a results-focused extrovert, problems arise – especially if one is the other’s boss. Thomas Erikson – author of the Surrounded By series – asserts (and asserts and asserts) that identifying someone’s personality type can help you communicate and collaborate with them. Armed with his often witty insights, workers can better interpret their bosses’ behavior, and bosses can improve communication and motivation.

Personality Types

To motivate, influence and inspire, leaders must engage the personality types on their team. Understanding and communicating with people who perceive and operate differently than you do improves the working situation for all.