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Understanding Colorful Viewpoints

Gain an understanding of what motivates different people, explore personality differences for cultural competency, and identify a common language through the study of colors. Discover the unique gifts and qualities of each color and how they can be applied to personal development. Enhance communication and connect more effectively with others by respecting and appreciating differences.

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Understanding Colorful Viewpoints

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  1. Understanding Colorful Viewpoints Understanding Colorful Viewpoints

  2. After today you will: Understand what motivates different people for different reasons Examine personality differences as part of cultural competency Identify a common language

  3. Why Study Colors? • Benefits are endless; they begin with self knowledge • Explore what motivates behavior; understand “processing” • Knowing a little can tell you a lot; avoid “putting people in boxes”

  4. Discovery Phase Do you already know your color? Descriptive Word Assessment Questions/discussion

  5. GOLD ORANGE BLUE GREEN

  6. The Color Spectrum • Unique “gifts” of each color • Equality – no hierarchy • Framework for personal development: take a deeper look

  7. Blue • Having faith • Pleasant (not pushy) • Polite • Willing to work tirelessly for a cause • Great communicator • Caring • Romantic • Spiritual • Nice • Flexible • Caretaker • Above all—genuinely interested in the welfare of others May see themselves as:

  8. Blue • Smothering • Manipulative • Groveling • Bleeding heart • Talking too much • Nosey • Flakey • Over-emotional • Mushy • Other-worldly • Unrealistic • Too tenderhearted • Wishy-washy • Others may see them as:

  9. Gold • Stable • Highly organized • Dependable • Firm • Knows what’s best • Efficient • Realistic • Appropriate • Responsible • Punctual • Goal-oriented • Planner May see themselves as:

  10. Gold • Rigid • Restricted • Stubborn • Boring • Opinionated • System-bound • Unimaginative • Judgmental • Bossy • Uptight • Too serious • Routine dependent • Highly scheduled • Strict • Stingy Others may see them as:

  11. Green • Problem solvers • Knowledgeable • 98% right • Expedient • Visionary • Rational • Deep thinkers • Independent • Witty • Innovative • Assume things will be well done May see themselves as:

  12. Green • Intellectual snobs • Arrogant • Heartless • Unrealistic • Eccentric • Weird • Unappreciative • Unfeeling • Antisocial • Cool • Aloof • Sarcastic • Critical • Lacking mercy Others may see them as:

  13. Orange • Straightforward • Easy-going • Spontaneous • Flexible • Multi-tasker • Friendly • Mover and shaker • Good Negotiator • Pushes the limits • Now-oriented May see themselves as:

  14. Orange • Rude • Irresponsible • Not serious • Selfish or self-centered • Ignoring the rules • Taking advantage of others • Flirtations • Manipulative • Easily distracted • Unprepared • Impatient Others may see them as:

  15. Group Activity Plan a Vacation

  16. Feedback from Group Members • Feedback from groups • Golds • Blues • Oranges • Greens

  17. So, Who Ya Gonna Call?

  18. Bring out the Best! True Communication with True Colors

  19. Summary Respect and appreciation of differences New knowledge for personal growth and stress management Tool to connect and communicate more effectively with others Increase awareness of differing viewpoints

  20. Wrap Up Take away from today’s learning Ah-ha moment What did you like best?

  21. Evaluations Comments and Questions THANK YOU!

  22. References “Showing Our True Colors” by Mary Miscisn “I’m Not Crazy, I’m Just Not You” by Roger R. Pearman and Sarah Albrittoon “Type Talk at Work” by Otto Kroeger Do What You Are by Paul D. Tieger and Barbara Baron Tieger

  23. Krisdeena K. Jansen|Accenture Federal Services IA ARNG SAP Prevention Coordinator Accenture Management Consulting Camp Dodge, Johnston, Iowa O:  (571) 551-3319O2: (515) 252-4470 Cell: (515) 512-2179 Krisdeena.k.jansen@accenturefederal.com

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