I, C, U!
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Some people have the ability to focus on fine details that others miss. Let’s talk about how to better understand the C personality style. First of all be patient. Give this person time to piece together facts and do things correctly (as they define the word correct) Do not expect them to be a risk taker. When working they tend to be independent, neat, a perfectionist and careful with the details. Being silly, informal or loud could actually create tension when dealing with this type of personality style. If they’re interested in what you have to offer, they’ll want to know why and ask you lots of questions.
One time I had to do a presentation to a room full of detail orientated architects and engineers. I was terrified! We are polar opposites and have a very challenging time communicating. I was up front and told them this was going to be difficult for me but if they had any questions to just raise their hands. Every time I forgot to give them a statistic, every hand in the room would go up! They will respect you if you are credible. It was a highlight in my career and something I’ll never forget, when one of them came to me and congratulated me on a “very effective presentation with information he believed was useful and something he could apply”. I did the Snoopy happy dance the whole way out. I connected!
Some great phrases to use when you are communicating with someone who is a natural C are:
· “What other information can I provide to help you?”
· “What do you see as the next step that needs to be taken?”
· “How much time do you think you will need to think it over?
It is often misunderstood that those who are more detail oriented are reclusive or anti-social. When in fact, they’re simply thinking, which is something they do a lot. If they speak carefully with a little less expression then you understand, don’t take it as that they’re not interested it’s just because they are analyzing what the next step is.
Finally, don’t be insulted if they question everything you say. It is actually a good sign that they’re paying attention and interested in you.
Because I am extremely outgoing and not very detail oriented, I have the hardest time adjusting when I try to speak the language of C. Don’t think it is impossible. I have been married to a high C for 25 years. But hopefully if you are like I am, and you really want to connect with someone who is detail oriented, you will try and maybe stumble, but a c type personality style will notice and respect you for trying. What more could you want?