The Perfectionist ({Pattern})
The Perfectionist is High in both Compliance and Steadiness
Goal: stability; predictable accomplishments
Judges others by: precise standards
Influences others by: attention to detail; accuracy
Value to the organization: is conscientious; maintains standards; controls quality
Overuses: procedures and "fail-safe" controls; overdependence on people, products, and processes that have worked in the past
Under Pressure: becomes tactful and diplomatic. and may become overly diplomatic and procedural
Fears: antagonism
Emotions: displays competence; is restrained and cautious
Key-drivers
Priority-driver
Results-oriented
Pace-driver
Slower-paced
Styles Total of 100%
Perfectionists are systematic, precise thinkers and workers who follow procedures in their personal and work lives.
Extremely conscientious, they are diligent in work that requires attention to detail and accuracy.
Because they desire stable conditions and predictable activities, Perfectionists are most comfortable in a clearly defined work environment.
They want specifics on work expectations, time requirements, and evaluation procedures.
Perfectionists may bog down in the details of the decision-making process.
They can make significant decisions but may be criticized for their time gathering and analyzing information.
Although they like to hear the opinions of their managers, Perfectionists take risks when they have facts that they can interpret and use to conclusions.
Perfectionists evaluate themselves and others by precise standards for achieving concrete results while adhering to standard operating procedures.
This conscientious attention to standards and quality is valuable to the organization.
Perfectionists may define their worth too much by what they do, not by who they are. As a result, they tend to react to personal compliments by thinking, "What does this person want?"
By accepting sincere compliments, Perfectionists can increase their self-confidence.
Perfectionists could increase effectiveness with more role flexibility, independence, and interdependence, belief in self-worth.