‣ Give participants a few minutes to introduce themselves to each other by giving their name, their impression of their personality type, and a short explanation of why their chosen image represents them.
‣ Now explain that all personality types are important and necessary to have in the team as they complement each other, and collectively, they will strengthen the success of the social start up. Ask participants what they think are the potential strengths that each personality type can contribute to the social start up and EPG. Here are some suggestions to share with the participants:
The Practical Doer |
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Works efficiently and in a logical, organized, systematic way. |
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Thrives on calculations, accounting and preparing financial reports. |
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Prepares and implements organized systems, plans and processes. |
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Does market research & data analysis, & implements practical solutions. |
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Undertakes methodical and detailed research, design and development. |
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Will meet or exceed sales targets. |
The Sociable Talker |
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Leads and delegates confidently and caringly. |
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Enthusiastic about pitching for investment. |
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Is sociable and outgoing and therefore, great with people and managing them. |
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Great at customer service, networking, social media. |
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Considers the usability and value of the product to customers and communicates the product well.
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Convincing to customers and great at selling. |
The Visionary Thinker |
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Sees the big picture and visualizes the opportunities and |
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� Uses creativity in crowd funding campaigns, seeking alternative ways of financing and investment. � Creative and innovative problem solving. �
Designs creative and unusual advertising and marketing campaigns. � Designs creative and innovative product ideas. � Thinks of alternative selling outlets, concepts and strategies.
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