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There are four primary Business Chemistry types. While we’re each a unique mix of them all, most of us find we strongly associate with one or two of them in particular. Whether you want to learn about one type or more, or you want to identify your own type, or that of a colleague, client, or stakeholder, we’ve got options for you!
For some of you, these short descriptions here might be enough to get a good sense of each type. If not, maybe the longer post each description links to will do the trick.
- Pioneers value possibilities and they spark energy and imagination. They’re outgoing, spontaneous, and adaptable. They’re creative thinkers who believe big risks can bring great things.
- Guardians value stability and they bring order and rigor. They’re practical, detail-oriented, and reserved. They’re deliberate decision-makers apt to stick with the status quo.
- Drivers value challenge and they generate momentum. They’re technical, quantitative, and logical. They’re direct in their approach to people and problems. The two Driver subtypes are Commanders, who are more extroverted, and Scientists, who are more introverted.
- Integrators value connection and they draw teams together. They’re empathic, diplomatic, and relationship oriented. They’re attuned to nuance, seeing shades of grey rather than black and white. The two Integrator subtypes are Teamers, who are more extroverted, and Dreamers, who are more introverted.
Or, if you’re more of an infographics person, you might find this one helpful.
Want something a little more dynamic? Take BizChem 20 Questions for a spin.
Or explore this quick interactive hunching tool. Click on one of the types to get started. Note: It works best on mobile devices.
If you really want to see the types and their interactions personified (and if you love a catchy tune), our Business Chemistry mash-up can’t be beat.
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And finally, if you’re more of a history buff, our Business Chemistry biography videos have got you covered.
Ernest Shackleton the Pioneer
“It is in our nature to explore, to reach out into the unknown. The only true failure would be not to explore at all.”
Abraham Lincoln the Integrator
“A house divided against itself cannot stand.”
Queen Victoria the Guardian
“Great events make me quiet and calm; it is only trifles that irritate my nerves.”
Teddy Roosevelt the Driver
“The boy who is going to make a great man must not make up his mind merely to overcome a thousand obstacles, but to win in spite of a thousand repulses and defeats.”
