THE #GetUser.GroupAssigned# - EXTRAVERSION

Will stay connected when others:

  • Are trying to build a lasting relationship with the Assister
  • Provide an environment that allows the Assister to express their thoughts and ideas
  • Recognize the Assister for their ability to be brilliant
  • Give the Assister time to reflect as it will affect their image
  • Mirror the Assister’s easy going and relaxed nature
  • Negotiate in a calm and relaxed environment
Tends to disconnect when others:
  • Get too boring
  • Criticize before the Assister’s contributions are recognized
  • Do not allow the Assister to express their thoughts and ideas
  • The Assister’s feelings are not being recognized
  • Try and take over
  • Apply pressure to make the Assister change
  • Don’t show respect for their ideas and creativity

What Assiters like people to know about themselves:

  • They are very sensitive as to how people feel
  • They are generous, warm, and caring
  • You can be sure they will be there when you need them
  • They are responsive, inventive, and trusting

What Assiters don't recognize or like to admit in themselves:

  • They can’t seem to say no, even if it will cause difficulty in their lives
  • They get upset when someone doesn’t return their contributions
  • They don’t always express their true feelings
  • They feel that they aren’t doing enough for those closest to them

Some things Assiters want others to see in themselves:

  • Who I am: Understanding
  • Purpose: To serve and be recognized
  • Value to the organization: Helps others to build relationships
  • Under stress: Feel inadequate
  • Worries about: Having to work under deadlines
  • Would be more successful by: Learning to focus on one opportunity at a time

Things you will rarely observe Assiters doing:

  • Not taking center stage
  • Not showing empathy for people who are experiencing tough times in life
  • Not trying to find solutions for problems

How to be in touch with Assiters:

  • Be willing to listen and show that you appreciate them
  • Let them know you value their friendship
  • When communicating with them, make good and constant eye contact
  • If you need to pass judgment on them, do it kindly
  • Share life’s pleasures with them

Those who really understand Assiters say:

  • “They are admired by all who know them because they are always aware of the feelings of others.”
  • “They are wonderful people to be around. They are creative, energizing, and make others feel they are the most important person in their life.”