| In today's world, the role of Manager is changing. While there is
still a strong demand for the natural leader, as technical experts such as
software engineers and computer programmers move into management
positions, it is critical that we understand their natural tendencies, the
challenges they will face and their training requirements based on their
temperament. Here, we take a look at how people with different profile
types handle four separate management functions:
- Motivating
- Delegating
- Decision Making
- Dealing with Conflict.
in doing this, we do not make the assumption that any one type of
person is a 'better' leader than another. We simply discuss how the
different personality types would lead given that opportunity. This
is an important distinction between The McQuaig System™ and
some other types of profile which may be more judgemental. We
believe everyone can lead in different ways. Whether a person is
suited to a particular role depends only on the required behaviours for
the job.
As well, we offer suggestions as to the type of training and coaching
that might be required to help them recognise their blind spots and
develop a more rounded approach.
Keep in mind that temperament is established early on in life and
changing some traits, especially strong traits, may prove distressful in
the long run. Achieving excellence lies not in trying to re-invent one's
behaviour completely but in learning how to leverage one's strengths and
minimise one's developmental areas. The McQuaig Self-Development
Survey® offers a concrete action plan to put these steps in
place.
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