Constructive Styles
The Constructive styles include (11) Achievement, (12) Self-Actualizing, (1) Humanistic-Encouraging, and (2) Affiliative. These styles characterize self-enhancing thinking and behavior that contribute to one’s level of satisfaction, ability to develop productive relationships and work effectively with people, and proficiency at accomplishing tasks.
Constructive Styles
Number |
Name and Description |
11 |
Achievement: Based on the need to attain high-quality results on challenging projects, the belief that outcomes are linked to one’s effort rather than chance, and the tendency to personally set challenging yet realistic goals. People high in this style think ahead and plan, explore alternatives before acting, and learn from their mistakes. |
12 |
Self-Actualizing: Based on needs for personal growth, self-fulfillment, and the realization of one’s potential. People with this style demonstrate a strong desire to learn and experience things, display creative yet realistic thinking, and have a balanced concern for people and tasks. |
1 |
Humanistic-Encouraging: Reflects an interest in the growth and development of people, a high positive regard for them, and sensitivity to their needs. People high in this style devote energy to coaching and counseling others, are thoughtful and considerate, and provide people with support and encouragement. |
2 |
Affiliative: Reflects an interest in developing and sustaining pleasant relationships. People high in this style share their thoughts and feelings, are friendly and cooperative, and make others feel a part of things. |
Which styles describe your organization, teams, and members now?
Which describe where you want them to be?
The Circumplex provides the foundation for Human Synergistics International’s integrated measurement system for individual, leader, group, and organizational development. The Circumplex identifies 12 specific patterns of thinking and behaving which cluster into 3 general styles: Constructive, Passive/Defensive, and Aggressive/Defensive. These styles relate to the behavior of organizational members and are measured by Acumen Leadership WorkStyles™ and Team WorkStyles™.
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