April 16th, 2007
Group Assignments vs. Working Solo
A Job that Fits Your Personality
Have you ever accepted a job you thought was going to be great but turned out to be a complete disaster? I know I have! I’ve experienced the frustration of working in a job that was a horrible fit for my personal work style. Every day, I felt like a square peg being pounded into a round hole.
Fast forward over twelve years later and now I do what I love and my work is in complete alignment with my skills, passions and personality. I know how working in the right job elevates the overall quality of your entire life. That is why I’m committed to helping other professional women find that same level of career fulfillment and satisfaction for themselves.
For a job to truly “work” for you, it must be in alignment with your personal preferences. You can have a job that fits your skills and interests, but if it doesn’t blend with your personality, it’s not going work for you.
This month, I review five different work styles. Assess them all and identify which ones most closely match your personal preferences.
Work Style #3: Group Assignments vs. Working Solo
Some women thrive in team environments, while others do their best work on their own. Again, there is no right or wrong. It all has to with where you find your best source of energy.
Some personalities get their best work done when they have a group to bounce ideas off of. Team projects work best for people with this preference. They enjoy brainstorming meetings, task force assignments and committee work.
On the other hand, some women get their best thinking done on their own. They much prefer to taking their assignments back to their desk and diving into them solo-style.
Think about your current job. Ask yourself the following questions:
- Do I want more team projects and less solo work?
- Would I prefer more independent work assignments and fewer group projects?
You may find yourself craving more social interaction with colleagues. Or you may realize you’d like more “you” time for concentrated and creative thought.
Which of these most accurately captures the spirit of your personality and work style?
Whichever you prefer, there is no right or wrong. Simply identify which fits with your preference so you can understand and embrace your personal work style.
Next week, I’ll address work style #4: Big Picture vs. Detail Oriented.
Until next week, here’s to your continued success!
Maret
