Positivity in a Nutshell
People with Positivity are optimistic and energetic. They see the bright side, find the good in situations, and bring energy to teams.
People with high Positivity are naturally upbeat. They don't deny reality, but they're not dragged down by it. They see opportunity where others see obstacle. They bring energy and lift others' moods.
At their best, people with high Positivity buoy teams through difficulty. They maintain perspective. They remind people that things will work out. They bring hope and energy that helps teams keep moving.
Your Key Contributions
- Raising energy: You raise the team's energy during ordinary work, which makes hard days easier for everyone around you
- Reframing setbacks: You reframe setbacks without dismissing what went wrong, helping the team see what's still possible
- Marking team wins: You mark progress and wins, so the team feels the work is worth doing
Watch Out For
- Being perceived as unrealistic or in denial
- Difficulty acknowledging legitimate problems
- Appearing flippant about serious concerns
- Skipping necessary difficulty because you're focused on the positive
The 2 Sides of Positivity
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What Energises You
- Seeing opportunity in challenges
- Uplifting others when they're down
- Being around positive, energetic people
- Finding reasons to be hopeful
- Bringing energy and excitement to projects
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What Drains You
- Cynicism and negative attitudes
- Dwelling on problems without looking for solutions
- Pessimistic, complaining colleagues
- Being told to be realistic about what won't work
- Dark or heavy atmospheres
How Others See You
How to Invest in Positivity for Work
If You're high in Positivity
- Balance optimism with honest acknowledgement of challenges.
- Pair with Analytical or Deliberative to ground hope in reality.
- Use your energy to inspire, not to dismiss legitimate concerns.
- Know that acknowledging difficulty doesn't require losing hope.
Managing Someone Who Leads with Positivity
- Use them to maintain morale during difficulty.
- Ask them to help teams see opportunity.
- Don't mistake their optimism for lack of realism.
- Let their energy lift the team.
Connecting with Someone who Leads with Positivity
- Don't burden them with unnecessary heaviness.
- Appreciate how they lift your mood.
- Share their optimism about what's possible.
- Bring legitimate concerns, but don't dwell on them.