Dimension #4
Welcome back, explorers of self-discovery! Here we are at Week 4 and Dimension #4!
Can you believe it? We are making history by diving deep into who we are! I’m so proud you’re here and following along because that’s how we start to become leaders others want to follow
Before we jump in let’s quickly recap last week.
Thinkers & Feelers
Thinkers favor logic and reason, while Feelers prioritize values and emotions. This distinction sets the stage for how we make decisions. So thinkers tend to be more task oriented in nature whil efeelrs tend to be more people oriented in nature.
This week we’ll explore judging and perceiving.
Judging (J) & Perceiving (P)
This dimension is focused on our prefered way of living. Judging types prefer closure and a clear plan of action once the decision has been made. Even after a decision has been made, Perceivers like to keep their options open for as long as possible.
Here is a list that shows more descriptively how the two differ:
Judging (J)
Judging types prefer closure and a clear plan of action once the decision has been made.
They are natural planners and work systematically through projects, each day has its own clearly defined objectives.
Someone moving the goalposts once a plan has been agreed causes stress to the Judger. They often find it hard to play until the work is finished - it would be irresponsible!
They dislike working under last minute pressure and will invariably finish tasks well ahead of the deadline.
They see routine as effective; each day has its list of tasks to accomplish that can be crossed off or ticked.
They like to have life under control and seek to remove any variables or surprises that might negatively impact their plan.
They apply the same discipline and planning to every area of their lives.
They find it hard to see the validity in living any other way!
Perceiving (P)
Even after a decision has been made Perceivers like to keep their options open for as long as possible.
They reserve the right to to change their mind if new information becomes available, much to the annoyance of the Judgers!
They are always exploring new ways that a problem can be solved and invariably need the pressure of a deadline to force their final decision.
They enjoy spontaneity and often work in bursts of creativity and inspiration.
They see routine as a necessary evil and a limitation on their freedom. Most have at least four self-help / time management tools on the go to help them be more organized in work.
They trust the Process more than the Plan; they know what the end goal looks like but don’t believe you can plan for all eventualities.
Perceivers find it impossible to discipline every area of their lives, there is always at least one area they struggle with.
They enjoy surprises, seeing them as part of life’s rich tapestry.
Find yourself yet?
Here’s a a visual on how buffers and perceives work.
As you can see, Judgers work with a routine style and systemic approach to completing tasks and living their lives.
On the other side of this coin are th perceivers with their unique way of addressing tasks and living their lives. Do you notice how deadlines help the perciever get there?
To really hone in the type you are let’s get into some thought experiments:
When you were back in college, did you finish your essays well ahead of the deadline?
A perceiver might want to work on assignements early and develop a plan to make this happen but they struggle to keep a consistent routine. These routines can be boring and lack imagination. A Judging personality will focus more on routine for completing essays.
Do you enjoy being spontaneous? If someone called and gave you 30 minutes to get ready for a party how would you react?
Judging types prefer consistent and no—to very little—surprises in their routine. This gives them the ablity to be prepared for things that come up. Perceiving types thrive on this spontaneous enviroemnt enjoying and embracing surprises as ways to learn new things and explore the world.
And if it seem you’re still not sure look at this quick list of words that relate to each.
JUDGING
Organized
Structure
Control
Decisive
Deliberate
Closure
Plan
Deadline
PERCEIVING
Flexible
Flow
Experience
Curious
Spontaneous
Openness
Wait
Discoveries
Ok, I’m sure that by now, you should know which one of these two you mostly relate to. As we aim to be better versions of ourselves remember that it’s important to apply insights we can improve on. Our best skills overdone can be a negative thing. Too much of anything is bad and so we need to learn the importance of balance. Take a look at the insights below and start applying them in your life!
Insight and areas to improve:
Judging (J)
Relax, enjoy the journey!
Try to remain open to new inputs and ideas; they may ultimately save you time and money.
We don’t live in a perfect world; the original plan will change.
Options = Opportunities
Trying to over control your team and environment will only lead to stress and burnout!
Let Perceivers meet deadlines in their own way but never let them miss one!
Beware the inbuilt superiority complex; learn to value the flexibility and trouble-shooting skills of the Perceivers.
Work will always be there, take the time to be with those you love!
Perceivers
Deadlines affect others, not just yourself!
Be consistent and disciplined in your external communication.
You need a sounding-board for new ideas; find someone who understands that what you are saying is provisional!
Honor the plan; communicate you respect others’ deadlines.
When Judgers perceive you as moving the goalposts half way through a project you undermine your credibility.
Learn to value and deploy the expertise of the Judgers in your team. They create a sense of security, consistency and confidence that Perceivers don’t.
Use Provisional /Plan and Promise to clarify expectations
Remember: J's and P's are not rivals, but complementary forces. By understanding and appreciating each other's strengths, we create a world rich in both structure and adaptability, where plans guide us and discoveries surprise us. Now, go forth and explore your J or P side!
Next week, we will be putting all four dimensions together, and finally starting to get a full picture of our leadership voices!
Leadership voices?
Yes. Our leadership voice is the key to maintaining influence in our personal lives and our professional lives. As we learn this voice, which is defined by these four deminsions of personality, we can find out our weapon systems, what we all bring to the table and how we can liberate ourselves from tendencies that hold us back!
Alright, I think I’ll stop here but if youre interested in learning more about your voice read one below!
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