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Me, MY TEAM, My Company
My work personality is:

The Doer ✅

"Let's get it done!"

Your personality has been mapped against the types of work crucial for high-performing teams.

Work Personality The Doer

Introduction

A perpetually reliable force in the workplace, the Doer is known for their dependable performance and efficiency. Their modus operandi is deeply rooted in practicality and task orientation, making them a results-driven powerhouse.

Characterised by direct and straightforward communication, you'll always know where you stand with them. If you value attention to facts, intricate details, and living in the present moment, then you’ll certainly appreciate our deep dive into the Doer's personality type.

Major characteristics

  • Dependable, consistent performer
  • Efficient and results-driven
  • Practical and task oriented
  • Direct and straightforward communicator
  • Focused on facts, details, and present moment

Main preferences for work

This personality type thrives on favoured routines, values the certainty of meeting deadlines, and gravitates towards well-defined tasks. The Doer cherishes stability and predictability in their workflow while upholding a strong commitment to quality and accuracy.

  • Enjoys routine and tried and true methods
  • Emphasises meeting deadlines and achieving outcomes
  • Prefers clear, concrete tasks
  • Values predictability and stability in workflow
  • Dedicated to quality and precision

Potential blind-spots at work

While being action-oriented and task-focused are valuable traits, they can sometimes result in certain blind-spots. In our continuous exploration of work personality types, we bring you a list of potential challenges a Doer might face. From being resistant to new methodologies to potentially lacking flexibility in dynamic environments, these areas require attention and understanding for successful professional development.

  • Resistant to new methodologies
  • Can become overly focused on tasks at the expense of innovation
  • May lack flexibility in dynamic environments
  • Often sceptical of speculative or abstract ideas

Tips for collaborating with this personality type

Utilising these actionable insights can facilitate a more efficient and harmonious working relationship when working with this personality type, boosting productivity along the way. Read on to discover the key do's and don'ts for collaborating effectively with the Doer personality type.

Do's

  • Do establish clear and consistent routines
  • Do set specific, quantifiable objectives
  • Do introduce changes gradually, with clear reasoning
  • Do provide regular feedback on performance and results

Don'ts

  • Don't push for innovation without providing a stable framework
  • Don't overlook the need for clear instructions and outcomes
  • Don't burden them with ambiguous or poorly defined tasks.
  • Don't disregard their need for predictability and reliability in workflows

 

Knowing Me (worksheet)

Jam-packed with insightful questions, this is a worksheet all about you. Yes, you heard it right, YOU.

This worksheet is intended to help you delve deeper into your work personality and understand how you tick. And once you gain clarity about yourself, you won’t be keeping it a secret.

The "Knowing Me" worksheet is a fantastic way to share your insights with your team. By inviting your colleagues into your world, you are encouraging a more cohesive and understanding work environment.

So, let's get down to business and start filling it out, shall we?

Knowing Me The Doer
  • Are you known for providing practical, reliable, and organised approaches to tasks within your team?
  • Do you have a strong focus on task completion and consistently meet deadlines?
  • Is your attention to detail considered one of your key strengths when ensuring precision in task execution?

Remember, these examples are just a starting point - your worksheet is your canvas to fill with your own unique colors and shades.

👉 Download the Knowing Me worksheet for The Doer

Guess Who?

Peer into the minds of the world's most influential leaders 📣

Ever wondered if you share a personality type with Nelson Mandela, Steve Jobs, or perhaps Mother Teresa? Here's your chance to find out, but there's a catch! We aren't revealing them upfront.

Try guessing them first. As you click each mystery card, the leader will be revealed.

These leaders are task-focused, practical, detail-oriented, reliable, efficient, and hands-on. 🤔

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He transformed a single coffee shop into a worldwide sensation with his practical and hands-on approach.

Howard Schultz ✅

Former CEO of Starbucks, known for his practical, hands-on approach to building Starbucks into a global brand.

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Her focus and efficiency are driving forces behind the success of a giant automaker.

Mary Barra ✅

CEO of General Motors, admired for her practical leadership and ability to focus on execution and operational efficiency.

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She brought fizzy refreshments to every corner of the world with her emphasis on operational excellence.

Indra Nooyi ✅

Former CEO of PepsiCo, known for her practical and efficient leadership, focusing on execution and operational excellence.

Want to guess more influential leaders?

Career Paths

The Doer finds fulfillment in hands-on and detail-oriented roles. They appreciate practicality and structure in their work environments, offering them the ability to express their meticulousness and practical approach to problem-solving.

Their preference for structured environments doesn't limit their options, it expands them. This characteristic allows them to shine brightly in their chosen profession, where their attention to detail and systematic approach are essentially valued.

Whether it’s in the role of an Accountant, Executive Assistant, Police Officer or even a Civil Engineer, the Doer stands out for their practicality and straightforwardness.

Their knack for structured procedures and environments makes them excellent fits for roles such as Logistician, Data Analyst, Financial Manager, or Compliance Officer.

The Doer’s hands-on approach also finds them engaged in roles like Construction Manager, Operations Manager, and Military Officer

The full list:

  • Accountant
  • Executive Assistant
  • Police Officer
  • Pharmacist
  • Civil Engineer
  • Logistician
  • Data Analyst
  • Financial Manager
  • Compliance Officer
  • Healthcare Administrator
  • Librarian
  • Construction Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Military Officer
  • Insurance Agent
  • Contracts Manager
  • Mechanic
  • Carpenter
  • Facilities Manager
Discover your own
Work Personality
Free "Knowing Me" worksheet
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Your personality has been mapped against the types of work crucial for high-performing teams.

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Designed by corporate psychologist, Rudy Crous.

Research identifies 8 key work types crucial for high-performing teams. If any work type shows weakness within a team, leaders can analyse the gaps and create plans to strengthen performance.

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