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True Colors

True Colors. Monica Franco ESC Region XIX mfranco@esc19.net (915) 780-5320. Our time in a nutshell…. Introduction about True Colors What Color Am I Survey? Attributes/Introvert or Extrovert Joys & Stressors Perceptions. Did you know that…. People are intrinsically different?

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True Colors

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  1. True Colors Monica Franco ESC Region XIX mfranco@esc19.net (915) 780-5320

  2. Our time in a nutshell… • Introduction about True Colors • What Color Am I Survey? • Attributes/Introvert or Extrovert • Joys & Stressors • Perceptions

  3. Did you know that… People are intrinsically different? Yet we sometimes expect equality in many aspects of what we do. Is this true of family members, students, & relationships?

  4. About True Colors Don Lowry created the metaphor, True Colors, to translate complicated personality and learning theory into practical information we can all understand and use. He has developed an easy and entertaining way to understand ourselves and others. True Colors is based on the work of Myers and Briggs. www.truecolors.onlineassessments.htm

  5. The Benefits of Knowing Your True Colors • It provides all of us with an opportunity to open our hearts and minds to our own potential. • It helps us recognize and encourage potential in others. • It teaches us to bridge the gaps in communications, leading to respect and compassion for ourselves and others. • It opens doors to successful relationships and a climate for effective learning.

  6. Instructions As you take this survey, try to picture the way you are deep down inside. Not the way you want to be. Not the way you should be. But the way you are when nobody is around.

  7. Instructions Pretend as if you were stranded on a deserted island.

  8. Instructions Or are standing naked in the shower—stripped of all your responsibilities, roles and expectations.

  9. Instructions Don’t rush too fast, but don’t overanalyze each statement either. It will take about10minutes.

  10. What is your color? ORANGE Blue GOLD GREEN

  11. Blue Attributes • Mediators • Optimistic • Caretakers • Passionate • Peacemakers • True Romantics • Cause Oriented • Need to Feel “Special” • Always Has a Kind Word • Motivate • Encourages Others • Strong sense of spirituality • Sensitive to needs of others • Peace, Harmony, Relationships • Motivate and Encourage Others • Cooperative rather than competitive

  12. Famous Blues Blue Occupations

  13. Core Needs and Values of a Blue RELATIONSHIPS

  14. GOLD ATTRIBUTES • “Be Prepared • Love to Plan • Detail Oriented • Service Oriented • Values Family Traditions • Helpful & Trustworthy • Conservative & Stable • “Should” & “Should Not” • Rarely Breaks the Speed Limit • Strives for a Sense of Security • Punctual, • Predictable, Precise • Value Order and • Status Quo • Duty, Loyalty, Useful, Responsible • There is a Right Way to Do Everything • Tends to be Left-Brained and Analytical • Strong belief in Policies, Procedures, Rules • Most comfortable with Formal Environment

  15. Famous Golds Gold Occupations

  16. Core Needs and Values of Gold Duty and Responsibility

  17. Green Attributes • “Should be able to” • “Why” • Intellectual • Theoretical • Idea People • Philosophical • Very Complex • Perfectionists • Standard Setters • Visionaries, Futurists • Can never know enough • Work is play- play is work • Often not in the mainstream • Abstract, Conceptual, Global • Need for Independence and Private Time • Explores all facets before making decisions • Knows how to spell & pronounce “big” words • Logical interpersonal relationships • Calm, cool, collected

  18. Famous Greens Green Occupations

  19. Core Needs and Values of a Green Information & Knowledge Intellectual Competence

  20. Orange Attributes • Playful and Energetic • Charming • Risk-Taker • “Just Do It” • Test Limits • Quick Witted • Master Negotiator • Creative, Inventive • “Let’s make a deal” • A natural Entertainer • High need for mobility • Visual and Kinesthetic • Natural Non-conformist • Thrives on competition • Likes tangible rewards • Pushes the boundaries • Stimulates the economy • Impulsive & Spontaneous • Appreciates immediate feedback • Tends to be left/right brain integrated • Most productive in informal environments

  21. Famous Oranges Orange Occupations

  22. Core Needs and Values of Orange FREEDOM

  23. Are you and extrovert or introvert? ORANGE Blue GOLD GREEN

  24. Are you introvert or extrovert? What is a extrovert? What is a introvert? Which combination of introvert/extrovert creates joy or stress?

  25. Joys and Stressors

  26. Reframing: Don’t get caught getting or sending the wrong message!

  27. Re-Framing Blue Others my perceive blue as: • Very Emotional • Overly Sensitive • Mushy • Too Tender-Hearted • Easily Persuaded • Too Nice • Too Trusting • Smothering, illogical • Too Soft, Too Giving, Weak • Talking Too Much Blue may perceive self as: • Having & Valuing Feelings • Compassionate • Romantic • Idealistic • Empathetic • Caring • Seeing Best in Others • Nurturing • Liking to Please People • Wanting Harmony • Great Communicator

  28. Reframing Gold Others may perceive Gold as: • Rigid, Inflexible • Controlling, Bossy • Too Serious • Resistant to Change • Opinionated • System-Bound • Lacking Imagination • Judgmental • Boring • Uptight • Predictable • Autocratic Gold may perceive self as: • Consistent • Providing Structure • Goal-Oriented • Firm or Traditional • Knowing Right from Wrong • Loyal to Organization • Realistic • Decisive, Seeking Closure • Dependable • Concerned about Security • Following a Routine • Having Leadership Ability

  29. Re-Framing Green Others may perceive Green as: • Arrogant, a Know It All • Cold, Hard • Insensitive • Head in the Clouds • Cool, Aloof, Unfeeling • Afraid to Open Up • Critical, Fault-Finding • Lacking Compassion • Unappreciative of Others • Intellectually Demanding • Argumentative • Absent Minded Green may perceive self as: • Confident • Mentally Tough, Strong • Logical, Rational • Visionary, Inventive • Self-Controlled • Enjoying One’s Own Company • Good at Analysis • Objective • Having Ability to Reprimand • Having High Expectations • Knowledgeable • Thinking Deeply

  30. Re-Framing Orange Others may perceive Orange as: • Irresponsible • Goofing Off Too Much • Manipulative • Untrustworthy • Unable to Stay on Task • Scattered • Taking Unnecessary Risks • Resisting Closure or Decisions • Obnoxious • Immature • Self-Centered Orange may perceive self as: • Flexible, Easy-Going • Having a Playful Attitude • Exploring New Possibilities • Clever, Good Negotiator • Open to Change • Having Many Interests • Able to do Many Things • Valuing Freedom • Bold, Assertive • Fun-Loving, Enjoying Life • Independent

  31. How has True Colors helped me today?How will I use what I’ve learned in day to day things with students, co-workers, family, etc?What ideas can I share with others?

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