Communication Type Analysis

Activity – Communication Style Self-Assessment

On each line, read the 4 choices, and select (by placing a checkmark) the word or phrase that is most descriptive of you. There is no such thing as a ‘best’ style, so do not choose what sounds ‘best’. Choose one per line working from left to right, going across.

1.__ Like to analyze __ Like to interact __Like to Decide __Like to Explore

2.__ Objective __ Emotional __ Practical __ Visionary

3.__ Logical __ Encouraging __ To the Point __ Creative

4.__Consistency __ Spontaneity __ Determination __ Insight

5. __Order __ Cooperation __ Results __ Concepts

6. __Value details __ Bored with details__ Value facts __ Value ideas

7.__ Controlled __ Personable __ Action-oriented __ Dreamer

8.__ Composed __ Empathetic __ Quick __Intellectual

9.__ Cautious __ Enthusiastic __ Sensible __ Original

10.__ Formal __ Informal __ Motivating __ Inspiring

11.__Detached __ Sentimental __ Impatient __ Preoccupied

12.__Problem-solver__Supporter __ Implementer __Developer

13.__Data __ Feelings __ Plain talk __ Possibilities

14.__ Critical __ Moody __ Driven __ Distant

15. __ Truth __ Harmony __ Reality __ Change

16.__ Precise __Tactful __ Direct __ Complex

17.__ Value __Value __ Value __ Value

Accurate past present future

Time tables events events achievements

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Characteristics of the Four Styles of Communication

Positives Negatives

Thinkers

 Are good at putting things in order.

 Have a talent for analyzing a problem or situation

 Make objective decisions based on logic

 Tend to be brief and businesslike

 Value accuracy and preciseness

 Treat people fairly

 Follow policies and rules

 Are sought out for problem solving abilities

Thinkers

 Can be overly cautious or too slow

 Might miss the forest for the trees

 Can hurt other’s feelings

 Might not give enough...