# The Operator (Low A, Low B, High C, Mid-High D)

**Core:** Easy going, laid back processor of tasks. A creature of habit who prefers stability and predictability. Not a change agent — as steady and consistent as you can get for an employee. Prefers working with tangible items over people, focusing on one task at a time with meticulous attention to detail.

**Strengths:** Exceptional focus on repetitive workloads — can outwork most people due to long attention span. Finds their own system for doing things and works seamlessly within it. Stickler for details. Methodical and efficient. Guardian qualities when treated fairly — will not allow threats to proceed unchallenged. Steadfast, stubborn, and reliable. Invaluable in positions requiring little public connection and deep single-task focus.

**Challenges:** Not interested in multi-tasking; attempting it causes discomfort. Slow to burn but will speak up when they perceive something is wrong. Resists change — moving their stapler, mouse, or workspace is seen as personally disruptive. Pace will not allow for speedy completion times. May continue working on one aspect of a project past quitting time regardless of its importance. Risk-oriented problems make them uncomfortable and push them to seek help from others. Rarely asks questions or offers opinions unless asked.

**Management approach:** Provide clearly defined duties and a detailed, prioritized to-do list. Do not overload them — they need deadlines because of their single-minded dedication. Let them finish speaking in conversations; people tend to interrupt because they speak in long, slow sentences. Ensure rewards and motivation are sincere — they do not like being grandstanded or made to accept plaques. Person-to-person interaction works best, provided it comes from someone they trust or respect.

**Risk profile:** Risk-averse. Prefers risk-free, predictable environments. Risk-oriented problems cause discomfort and will push them to approach others for assistance. Makes decisions based on established precedent — what the book says or what history has dictated. Defensive reaction when pushed into immediate change or when defending what they know.

## FlashPoints

| Area | Details |
|------|---------|
| Motivation | Risk free, predictability, private recognition |
| Communication | Slow, factual, email preferred. Informing style — they do not sell or tell. Deliberate. |
| Management Style | Needs direction. No direct reports. Excels at task management and managing processes or items that are "by-the-book." Prefers not to manage people. |
| Organization | Systematic. Can be a bit of a pack rat — may appear disorganized, but it's a system to them. |
| Environment | Stable, consistent, and harmonic |

## Variations

Operator patterns share Low A + Low B + High C but vary in D position. All variations are steady, detail-oriented, and methodical. They want a long-term career without titles, management responsibilities, or too much change. The variations show different levels of D, but all maintain the core pattern of low social energy and high precision.

## Summary

- **Motivating Needs:** Sincere rewards, risk-free environment, predictability, private recognition. Person-to-person interaction from someone they trust or respect.
- **Communication Style:** Slow, factual, and deliberate. Informing style — they do not sell or tell. Email versus voicemail.
- **Management Style:** Prefers not to manage people, but excels at managing a process or items that are "by-the-book."
- **Organization Style:** Can be a bit of a pack rat. It may appear disorganized, but it's a system to them.
- **Environmental Needs:** Stable, consistent, and harmonic.
