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your perspective as a conciliatory Two, and that some tasks do
require a firmer hand.)
Similarly, supposing you were to take the Four aside and let him
know that you have selected him for this task because it
requires someone with an original perspective, who will not be
overly influenced by received ideas within the organisation, and
who can be relied upon to stay true to himself even when others
are challenging him. Tell him that considerable creativity will be
needed to find a solution that sidesteps others’ objections and
results in a memorable and distinctive outcome.
(If this sounds as though you are pushing him ‘out on a limb’,
remember that is your perspective as a Two with a strong need
for connection with others, and that Fours often relish their
‘outsider’ status.)
4. Personal Relationships
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