By Donna Dunning I am looking at assumptions and expectations that people bring to their relationships. People who prefer Feeling as a way of evaluating information and deciding, tend to value harmony and, especially if they also prefer Introversion, may avoid conflict. For them, ... Continue Reading
By Donna Dunning I am looking at assumptions and expectations that people bring to their relationships. The Thomas-Kilmann model defines the accommodating mode as an individual’s willingness to meet others’ needs while not expressing their own needs. Perhaps people who pref ... Continue Reading
Do people with a preference for introversion avoid conflict more than others? By Donna Dunning I am looking at assumptions and expectations that people bring to their relationships. Research correlating the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument with MBTI scores showed that res ... Continue Reading
By Donna Dunning Few people willingly share weaknesses or try new behaviors if they are uncomfortable with the person trying to help them. Before you can help others improve their performance, those you wish to help must see you as a credible and sincere professional. How can yo ... Continue Reading
By Donna Dunning I sometimes hear people complaining that others are not actively supporting and encouraging them. Why does this happen and, if you are seeking more support, what can you do about it? DON’T SEE THE NEED FOR IT Rather than withholding support, people simply may b ... Continue Reading
By Donna Dunning I often find myself wondering why people find it difficult to listen to and acknowledge others’ points of view. I’m sure there are several reasons for this and that the reasons differ by situation and context. Self-absorption and differences of opinion can be ... Continue Reading
By Donna Dunning It is interesting to observe how people connect. I believe some level of human connection is a basic need for all people regardless of personality type preferences. However, I think the way we go about becoming connected and maintaining connections is influenced ... Continue Reading
By Donna Dunning The people in your life who have preferences for ISTJ likely don’t seek many words of praise or any flashy gestures. Here’s what you can do to show your appreciation: • When an ISTJ gets to know and trust you, they often start to talk about what they know ... Continue Reading
By Donna Dunning When interacting with others it can be a challenge to figure out what they need or expect from your interactions. In a business setting, people tend to respond and communicate in an objective, impartial manner, focusing on accomplishing tasks. This is usually com ... Continue Reading
By Donna Dunning On a values scale, which four-letter-type had the highest percentage when ranking “Relationships/Friendships” as “Very Important”? On a values scale, which four-letter-type had the lowest percentage when ranking “Relationships/Friendships” as “Very ... Continue Reading
