TESTING IMAGE ORIENTATION

Individuals with a Testing Image Orientation (TIO) sometimes see their environment as ambiguous, which could be due to insufficient reinforcement for productive behavior or inadequate directions as to expectations. Such perceived ambiguity may indicate that, early in life, the person learned to respond to ambiguous situations with questioning and overachievement. Further learning may have weakened this behavioral response, but pressure situations tend to indicate this old behavior. One way to eliminate the behavior is to eliminate the pressure. If that is not possible, perhaps a reexamination of whether this behavior is appropriate to the situation may help. Another answer is to emulate the behavior of someone who responds well to pressure.

TIOs need a work environment that reinforces current behavior and clarifies expectations, in order to dissolve their feelings of ambiguity. If this does not happen, the person may feel the need to overachieve resulting in overperformance. Eventually, the person will begin to wonder inwardly just how long the pace can be maintained.

Potential Strengths

Achievement-oriented

Zealous

Productive

Potential Weaknesses

Decision Making

Ambiguous feelings about the work environment may hamper the decision-making process

Communication

May need clarification of what is expected in work situation

Need to overachieve may result in overperformance, impede communication with others

Control of People

May need self-acceptance before dealing with others

May need reinforcement for productive behavior

Control of Time

May need to reexamine frenzied pace of own work output

SOCIABLE IMAGE BASE

Sociable Image Base (SIB) people are tactful, diplomatic, and detail-oriented in their work. They seek to avoid antagonizing others and dislike negative reactions, which make them sensitive to how others treat them. They are conservative and cautious, often checking and rechecking their work, thereby slowing down the decision-making process. That persistence, however, often makes them valuable as troubleshooters, since they may uncover areas in the work environment that need improvement or change. SIBs are easily adaptable, but their reluctance to "make waves"may sometimes be a drawback, since they may fail to point out a problem due to fear of antagonizing someone. SIBs prefer to have a clear idea of exactly what is expected of them, and they will work very hard to realize those expectations. Tact and systematic work habits, as well as an excellent sense of timing, are qualities that co-workers find particularly engaging in SIBs, although there is a possibility that too much concentration on detail may sometimes cloud their goals. Fear of unfavorable reactions from peers and superiors can cause SIBs to escape into too much precision in their work, but with enough positive reactions, they can turn their fears around and perform in a more relaxed fashion.

Potential Strengths

Achievement-oriented

Zealous

Productive

Potential Weaknesses

Decision Making

Ambiguous feelings about the work environment may hamper the decision-making process

Communication

May need clarification of what is expected in work situation

Need to overachieve may result in overperformance, impede communication with others

Control of People

May need self-acceptance before dealing with

others

May need reinforcement for productive behavior

Control of Time

May need to reexamine frenzied pace of own

work output

Potential Strengths

Tactful

Detail-oriented

systematic

Makes decisions carefully

Accurate

Plans carefully

Checks results

Questioning

Well prepared

Precise

Cooperative

Values knowledge of the subject

Values experience

Good listener

Logical

Potential Weaknesses

Decision Making

Could be too hesitant

Could be more assertive

Could be overly cautious on decisions

May be afraid to take risks

Communication

May concentrate too much on detail

Maybe too protective of own position

May rely too much on memo-writing

Maybe too guarded in dealing with others

Control of People

Maybe too demanding

Could inhibit initiative in others

Could demand too much detailed work

May not trust others sufficiently

Control of Time

Could spend too much time organizing

Could spend too much time supervising

Could spend too much time on unnecessary details

SELF IMAGE ORIENTATION

Individuals whose personalities are geared toward high self-image (SIO) tend to project an image of strong individualism and determination. They are forceful people who are not afraid to do things on their own. They constantly seek new challenges, are extremely self-reliant, and prefer to find their own solutions to problems. Even so, however, when they are forced to work in a group environment, they can be shrewd and manipulative, of both people and situations. In that case, if they see themselves as being impeded, they can become belligerent. Because SIOs are always looking for new challenges and areas where they can apply their excellent problem-solving skills, their original insights and logical thinking often result in innovative and imaginative ideas and solutions. Their extreme self-confidence and eagerness for new responsibilities, however, often alienate them from groups, who view them as too egotistical and lacking in concern for others

Potential Strengths

Independent

Seek new challenges

Inquisitive

Seek response

Work best of

Get results

Achieve con

Innovative pro

Responsible formats

Potential Weaknesses

Decision

Could rely too much on self

Can Become bored without a challenge

Need to be made aware of rules of a company

Communication

Taotle tact

Too little patience with others

Too little empathy

Too little interaction with others

Too concerned with cum power

Control of People

Too manipulative off people, in order to promote

To inspire to people's needs, except own

Judges others how the measure up to own

standard

Ignores others. easier to find own solutions

to problems

Could become restless without a new challenge

Could spend more time on interpersonal

relationships

Reality Image Profile

“The greatest thing in the world is not so much where we are,

but in what direction we are moving.”

Oliver Wendell Holmes

The Language of dress and color

The reality image orientation projects a natural, comfortable, attractive image.  In a crowded room, you want to be noticed for your appropriate, conservative, and stylish appearance.  You want to feel comfortable and wear rich fabrics but “please” not too much glitz.  You never want to overdo yourself or look too glamorous.  You are a genuine, sincere person who works hard and wants to be content with your wardrobe, as long as it’s stylish, natural and comfortable.  Jeans, earth tones, pastels are some of your favorites.  A classical, simple look for an evening with a touch of glitz is your desire for dressy occasions.  The outdoors look becomes your look for casual wear but is conservative.

    You want attention but you don’t want to be too flamboyant.  In order for you to get more attention, Makeup more! Dress up more!  Brighter and more dramatic colors, such as black, red, white, navy, royal blue, and fuchsia will attract more attention! (If you desire)

    You are a perfectionist when it pertains to detail in a wardrobe.  Rich fabrics, natural accessories, and shoes with an outdoor flare attract you.  Name brands, small prints, plaids, and checks in an outfit are some of your favorites also!  You’re color coordination and style make your guests feel very comfortable around you.  You prefer not to threaten anyone with your appearance, so you choose an image that is appropriate for any occasion.  You take great pride in looking and feeling your best.

Romance, Dating, and Marriage

The Reality Image Profile is a sensitive, caring, and nurturing profile that is happiest in a fixed environment of security, such as at home with your family or in a secure job at the office.  You are very efficient, hardworking, loyal, and dedicated to your family and to your career.

    Quite often you will have a career in the technical, secretarial, medical, or educational field.  You are great with following through on detail and serving as a support assistant.  Your service-oriented nature attracts the opposite sex.  Your dedication, hard work, and pleasant attitude make any office shine.  Your politeness, listening skills, and preciseness make you very efficient.  The opposite sex who is a secure professional is attracted to you because of your diligence and professionalism.  You are dependable, honest, and sincere which makes the opposite sex feel secure with you in a relationship.  You are very thoughtful in giving gifts, cards, etc. in a relationship.  You love to collect memorabilia and take pictures.  Your empathy, understanding, and great listening skills help your relationship grow.

In a relationship, the things that could help you improve your loving relationships are:

1. Learn to be more flexible and open-minded.  Be less rigid.
2. Don’t sweat the small stuff because its only small stuff.
3. Learn to express your true feelings without being so critical.
4. Don’t give the silent treatment, pout or be too sensitive.
5. Discover your full potential with highly enthusiastic individuals.
6. Develop your talents-listen to a positive tape, book, etc.
7. Attend motivational seminars to help you build your confidence.
8. Force yourself to leave a fixed environment and become more 

social and enthusiastic.

1. Take a class in public speaking.
2.  Dress more glamorous, with brighter colors especially black and red to attract the opposite sex.
3.  Learn to be more assertive and discover your own greatness!
4. Discover the joy of having more fun and laughing at your mistakes. 

Don’t take life so seriously.  Enthusiasm is contagious!

You are a person who has many admirable traits.  Your loyalty and kindness will cement any loving relationship you have.  Create your own destiny and make your life exciting and adventurous.  The Power of Winning is Yours Today!  Remember the mighty oak tree was once a nut like you!

Parenting 

Your children will love you deeply because of your great sacrificial love, dedication, and support.  You always have a listening ear with a kind, nurturing attitude.  Your hard work and perseverance with your family will pay off eventually.  Through your example of service, your children will admire and love you.

    In order to be more effective with your children do the following:

1. Be more enthusiastic with a higher energy level.  Children are motivated to reach their full potential and goals with enthusiasm and high energy.
2. Don’t let your children dominate or manipulate you.
3. Surround your children with positive, upbeat people who will bring them out of their comfort zone.
4. Show them by your example that you too want to reach your full potential.  Discover some new talents.
5. Listen to positive tapes and books with your children.
6. Be more active with your children in sports and exciting adventures.

7.  Don’t be temperamental or moody because it will come back to haunt you.  

      Children are little mirrors of your behavior.

1.  Set more goals with your children.
2. Follow through with your discipline.  Your great support, love, and dedication will create a happy family with loving children.  So be proud of yourself and  “Why scratch in the dirt like a sparrow when you can soar like an eagle!”  Discover your full potential and your children will follow.

PRECISE SELF IMAGE ORIENTATION

Individuals whose personalities are geared toward high self-image (SIO) tend to project an image of strong individualism and determination. They are forceful people who are not afraid to do things on their

own. They constantly seek new challenges, are extremely self-reliant, and prefer to find their own solutions to problems. Even so, however, when they are forced to work in a group environment, they can be

shrewd and manipulative, of both people and situations. In that case, if they see themselves as being Impeded, they can become belligerent. Because SIOs are always looking for new challenges and areas where they can apply their excellent problem-solving skills, their original insights and logical thinking often result in innovative and imaginative ideas and solutions. Their extreme self-confidence and eagerness for new responsibilities,

however, often alienate them from groups, who view  them as too egotistical and lacking in concern for others

Potential Strengths

Independent

Seek new challenges

Inquisitive

Seek response

Work best of

Get results

Achieve con

Innovative pro

Responsible formats

Potential Weaknesses

Decision Could rely too much on self

Could be bored without a challenge

Need to be made aware of rules of a company

Communication

Taotle tact

Too little patience with others

Too Ettle empathy

To little interaction with others

Too concerned with cum power

Control of People

Too manipulative off people, in order to promote

Too unsure to people's needs, except own

Judges others how the measure up to own

standard

Ignores others. easier to find own solutions to problems

Control of time

Could prefer me borons to quickly

Could become restless without a new challenge

Could spend more time on interpersonal relationships