This week I want to talk about the Observer, the fifth blog in my series on the Eight Primary Insights Types. Observers are assets to any team and it’s important to make sure they are understood and appreciated. In this blog I’ll address how best to recognize Observers.
Observers are intellectuals who are also intuitive. They are meticulous in their work and like to get things done right the first time. Observers take their time to gather data, facts, and obtain logical arguments. Their work doesn’t end there though. Once an Observer has their plan in place, they take the time to test it out and evaluate the outcome. Therefore, when you set an Observer on a task, you know it will be done to perfection.
Like this Insights Personality Type suggests, Observers prefer to examine their surroundings from the outside. They tend to surround themselves with like-minded individuals who like plenty of time to absorb themselves in intellectual pursuits in a peaceful environment. Don’t rush the Observer on your team. Allow them plenty of time to think and research their project. Your patience will ensure you get their best work. Observers, like anyone, like to know they are appreciated, however they may question your sincerity if you gush your thankfulness. Observers are modest, so a simple “thank you” may be all they are expecting.
Do you have an Observer in your organization? If you’re receiving meticulous and detailed output from someone, you most likely are lucky enough to have an Observer on your team. Get to know them and you’ll be amazed at the depth of knowledge that’s behind their Cool Blue exterior, they could be the one to bring your company to the next level. If you want help in how to relate to the Observers in your organization, contact me, Scott Schwefel, for your next team-building event. I will use the extensive research behind the Insights Discovery model to touch on each personality in a fun and memorable way. Connect with me on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter where I post my recent blogs!