Personality Types
The Lion (Choleric/Dominant)
Those who scored high in this personality type, like the lion of nature, like to lead and easily take charge of their environment.
The lion is good at making decisions and is very goal-oriented. He enjoys challenges, difficult assignments, and opportunity
for advancement. Because lions are thinking of the goal, they can step on people to reach it. Lions can be very aggressive and
competitive. Lions must learn not to be too bossy or to take charge in others’ affairs.
Strengths: Natural leader, goal-oriented, strong, direct
Weakness: Can be too argumentative, too dictatorial
Limitation: Some times doesn’t understand that directness can hurt others and has a hard time expressing grace.
Temperament Characteristics & How others see you Negatively
Likes authority - Too direct or demanding
Takes charge - Pushy; can step in front of others
Determined - Overbearing
Confident - Cocky
Firm - Unyielding
Enterprising - Takes big risks
Competitive - Cold blooded
Enjoys challenges - Avoids relations
Problem solver - Too busy
Productive - Overlooks feelings; do it now!
Bold - Insensitive
Purposeful; goal driven - Unbalanced; workaholic
Decision maker - Unthoughtful of others’ wishes
Adventurous - Impulsive
Strong willed - Stubborn
Independent; self reliant - Avoids people; seeking help
Controlling - Bossy; overbearing
Persistent - Inflexible
Action oriented - Unyielding
Personality Types
The Beaver (Melancholy/Compliant)
Those who score high in the Beavers’ traits are very organized. Beavers are prone to think that there is a right way to do every-
thing and they want to do it exactly that way. Beaver personalities are very creative. They desire to solve everything and desire
to take their time and do it right. Beavers do not like sudden changes, they need to stick to the described plan and instructions,
and often need reassurance.
Strengths: High standards, order, respect
Weakness: Unrealistic expectations of self and others, holds to perfectionism
Limitation: Seeing the optimistic side of things or expressing flexibility.
Temperament Characteristics & How others see you Negatively
Reads all instructions - Afraid to break rules
Accurate - Too critical
Consistent - Lacks spontaneity
Controlled - Too serious
Reserved - Stuffy
Predictable - Lacks variety
Practical - Not adventurous
Orderly - Rigid
Factual - Picky
Conscientious - Inflexible
Perfectionistic - Controlling
Discerning - Negative on new opportunities
Detailed - Rarely finishes a project
Analytical - Loses overview
Inquisitive - Smothering
Precise. - Strict
Persistent - Pushy
Scheduled - Boring
Sensitive - Stubborn
Personality Types
The Otter (Sanguine/Influence)
Those who scored to be Otters seem to be very social creatures, normally the fun-seekers and highly group-oriented. Otter
personalities love people and enjoy being popular, influencing and motivating others. Otters are sometimes hurt when people
do not like them. Otter personalities usually have lots of friends, but sometimes not deep relationships. Notorious for being less
organized (i.e. messy rooms), Otters like to hurry and finish jobs. This personality trait is often portrayed like Tigger in Winnie
The Pooh.
Strengths: People person, open, positive
Weakness: Talkative, misses details, can be too permissive
Limitation: Remembering past commitments, follow through, and personal discipline.
Temperament Characteristics & How others see you Negatively
Enthusiastic - Overbearing
Takes risks - Dangerous and foolish
Visionary - Daydreamer
Motivator - Manipulator
Energetic - Impatient
Very verbal - Attacks under pressure
Promoter - Exaggerates
Friendly, mixes easily - Shallow relationships
Enjoys popularity - Too showy
Fun loving. - Too flippant; not serious
Likes variety - Too scattered
Spontaneous - Not focused
Enjoys change - Lacks follow through
Creative; goes for new ideas. - Too unrealistic; avoids details
Group oriented - Bored with “process”
Optimistic - Doesn’t see details
Initiator - Pushy
Infectious laughter - Obnoxious
Inspirational - Phony
Personality Types
Golden Retriever (Phlegmatic/Steadiness)
The fourth personality trait is characterized by the Golden Retriever, a lovable and loyal friend. Those who score high is this
trait, like Golden retrievers, are great at making friends and are very loyal. Retriever personalities do not like big changes, seek
the middle ground, and pursue compromise between arguing parties. Being very sensitive, Retrievers look for security and sta-
bility. Retrievers are very caring and have deep relationships, but usually have only a couple of close friends. A golden retriever
wants to be loved by everyone. He looks for appreciation and works best in a limited situation with a steady work pattern.
Strengths: Accommodating, encouraging, calm, and affirming
Weakness: Indecisive, indifferent, unable to express emotions, too soft on other people
Limitation: Seeing the need to be more assertive and holding others accountable.
Temperament Characteristics & How others see you Negatively
Sensitive feelings - Easily hurt
Loyal - Misses opportunities
Calm; even keeled - Lacks enthusiasm
Non demanding - Weakling; pushover
Avoids confrontations - Misses honest intimacy
Enjoys routine - Stays in rut
Dislikes change - Not spontaneous
Warm and relational - Fewer deep friends
Gives in - Codependent
Accommodating - Indecisive
Cautious humor - Overly cautious
Adaptable - Loses identity
Sympathetic. - Holds on to others’ hurts
Thoughtful. - Can be taken advantage of
Nurturing - Ears get smashed
Patient - Crowded out by others
Tolerant - Weaker convictions
Good listener - Attracted to hurting people
Peacemaker - Holds personal hurts inside