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In this series for the next 9 weeks, we explore how each Type shows up as a manager in your office. We kickoff this series by focusing on the Type 2s.
Type 2 Traits In A Managerial Nutshell
The 2s are natural nurturers. They see themselves as the ones who will nurture their team members’ talents to help them become the best they can in their jobs.
As managers, they give ample support to those who are struggling by sitting down with them to help them figure out a new role; or empower those whom they feel need for a positive push to help them be more confident in their abilities.
Becoming The Best Manager As A Type 2
Learn to set boundaries
As people-pleasers, 2s may tend to overpromise and take on too many projects at a time. This would eventually pull their team down as they would have to bear the heavy load placed upon their shoulders by the Type 2 manager. When they set the boundaries by asking “Is this a project I need to help?”, they lessen the hold of the people-pleasing side of them as they do not feel compelled to define their worth by the help they give.
Learn to take a rest
As 2s are others-focused, they tend to not notice when their own energy tank is running low as they often neglect their own needs. When that happens, 2s may cope by lashing out at their team for not ‘being helpful’ enough or burn out to the point where they may be sick for weeks. If the 2s do not learn how to take care of themselves and rest, they may find that they may have be a burden on their team, rather than helping them.
An Encouragement to our Type 2 Managers
You are more than the help and support you give to your team. Always remember that your worth as a manager comes from the gifts you bring to the table, and not from the validation you get from your team or higher ups. Taking care of yourself allows you to help more people in the long run; so please rest when you know you need it. Thank you for everything you are doing and will do for the people around you.
We hope you enjoyed this deep dive into what Type 2s are like as managers. If you working with one, brighten up their day by thanking them for being them. A small act of appreciation goes a long way for them.
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