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Style One: The Administrator
Overview: Administrators are usually a model of decorum, clear logic and appropriate behavior. They are principled, and focus on rules, procedures and making sure that they are always doing the “right thing.” When they overdo striving to be perfect they can become critical, judgmental and unwilling to take risks. Under stress, they may fear that if they have too much fun they will become irresponsible.
Chief Asset: Precision. Administrators are precise and methodical in their approach to life. They have an ability to make clear, logical decisions about appropriate action and behavior.

Style Two: The Supporter
Overview: Supporters are selfless, caring and nurturing. They focus on helping others meet their needs; they build rapport easily and enjoy finding connection with others. When they overdo striving to be connected they may fail to take care of their own needs and end up becoming “needy” and/or emotionally dependent on others. Under stress, they may fear that if they are
Chief Asset: Empathy. Supporters have a unique ability to understand and empathize with the needs of others. They can read emotional currents and provide just the thing that others need.

Style Three: The Achiever
Overview: Performers work hard to exceed standards and to be successful in whatever they undertake. They are competitive and place high value on productivity and presenting an image of being a winner in whatever environment they are in. When they overdo striving to be outstanding they may become overly focused on being “center stage,” and may value image over substance. When stressed, they may fear that if they are not making great efforts to be excellent they will become mediocre, as if to say, “If I’m not number one, I’m a loser.”
Chief Asset: Achievement. Performers have a unique capacity for self-actualization and success in whatever endeavors they pursue.

Style Four: The Individualist
Overview: Individualists are creative and approach their lives in fresh and interesting ways. They gravitate toward things and experiences that are elegant, refined, or unusual. When they overdo striving to be unique they may become impractical, feel misunderstood, feel emotionally wounded, and withdraw from others and become isolated. When stressed, they may fear that if they do not put their own special touch on their world and their experiences their individuality will become stifled.
Chief Asset: Originality. Individualists have a heightened ability to see the individuality and creativity in themselves and others. They are great creators and appreciators of beauty and originality.

Style Five:The Investigator
Overview: Investigators are observant, logical and generally reserved. They prefer a healthy, emotional space between themselves and others. They focus on problem solving, innovative ideas, and data gathering. When they overdo striving to be detached they can end up being dull—out of touch with their experiences and emotions. When stressed, they may fear that if they do not remain detached and guarded they will become overwhelmed by the demands of people and out of control.
Chief Asset: Insight. Investigators have the capacity to analyze their environment quickly and synthesize their observations into the big picture. They see things that others don’t.

Style Six: The Loyalist
Overview: Loyalists find security in being part of something bigger than themselves, such as a group or tradition. They are careful, responsible and protective of the welfare of the group. They focus on maintaining consistency, tradition and cohesion. When they overdo striving to be secure they may fail to take the risks necessary for high performance and settle for mediocrity. When stressed, they may be filled with anxiety and fear that if they relax their guard they will be vulnerable to possible dangers.
Chief Asset: Support. Loyalists are steadfast, responsible and dependable. They are determined to perform their duty, to do what is best for the group, and provide for the needs of others.

Style Seven: The Visionary
Overview: Visionaries are upbeat, enthusiastic, optimistic and curious. They focus on possibilities and options and keeping others entertained. When they overdo striving to be excited they may fail to follow-through, become easily distracted and irresponsible. When stressed, they may fear that if they don’t stay stimulated they will miss out on something and end up feeling bored, anxious, and/or unhappy.
Chief Asset: Enthusiasm. Visionaries are great in situations where they have the opportunity to create enthusiasm and energy around a concept, product, cause, etc.

Style Eight: The Champion
Overview: Champions are action-oriented self-starters who prefer to be in charge. They focus on getting things done and overcoming obstacles that may lie in their way. When they overdo striving to be powerful they may not adhere to the rules or norms that others expect them to follow and their behavior can become overly aggressive. When stressed, they may fear that if they become too connected to others or experience their own emotions too deeply they will become dependent, vulnerable, and that people will take advantage of them.
Chief Asset: Passion. Champions are robust and energetic. They bring great passion and determination to whatever they undertake.

Style Nine: The Mediator
Overview: Mediators are calm, pleasant, and charming. They focus on maintaining a sense of inner harmony by minimizing their own needs and concentrating on the needs of others. When they overdo striving to be peaceful they may overlook threats to their security or success and become vulnerable. When stressed, they may fear that if they place too much importance on themselves they will be seen as attention-seeking. They avoid being “center-stagers.”
Chief Asset: Groundedness. Mediators have a capacity to remain immovable, solid, and unfazed by the changes of life. They can make people feel safe and have a calming, anxiety-reducing effect on others.