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Dos & Don'ts
"As a manager, should I develop Steady Relaters with direct, to-the-point instruction or with a warm, hands-on approach?"
(Answer provided at the end of the newsletter.)
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Who are the "S's", and How Do They Behave?
Steady Relaters are non-emotional, emotional people. They have strong emotions and feelings, yet they rarely express them openly to others. If they are unhappy with their job, you may not know it until they quit. Steady Relaters have strong concern for others and are always willing to lend a helping hand. They work well in groups although prefer not to take leadership roles. Here are a few characteristic traits of a Steady Relater:
- First Impressions - Non-talkative
- Gestures - Small hand movements
- Stress Relief - Breaks & naps
- Fears - Change of any kind
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How Should I Manage an "S"?
Steady Relaters are generally best suited for routine work, yet their biggest challenge is breaking old habits. Spend additional time teaching them new skills and developing their responsibilities one step at a time. Encourage them to provide input during important company decisions. Below are ideas when managing Steady Relaters:
- Give them time to think of new solutions.
- Make them feel appreciated when you see positive change.
- Prepare them for upcoming changes with clarity.
- Involve them in long term planning.
- Assign them to small work groups.
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Safari Interview Tip
How Will You Know an Steady Relaters by Phone?
"Steady Relaters" tend to be naturals at listening to others and are interested in point-by-point descriptions. They will respond steady with slow speech patterns and express themselves in a rather tentative manner.
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Answer to Today's Dos & Don'ts
"As a manager, should I develop Steady Relaters with direct, to-the-point instruction or with a warm, hands-on approach?"
Answer:
Develop them with warmth and a hands-on approach. Help them develop new skills by providing step by step guidance. Build confidence through encouragement. They enjoy hearing appreciation for their efforts, yet they prefer "behind the curtain" praise as they shy away from public attention.
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