These individuals are adventurous and free-thinking in their approach to problem solving.
They look at things in an unconventional fashion, and are not afraid to break away from
what is comfortable or familiar. When making decisions, they rely more on subjective and
intuitive data than on logic and facts. They are keenly aware of others’ feelings and will
take those into consideration as they plan.

Self-confidence and an easy-going demeanor are hallmarks of these individuals’ style.
They are secure in themselves and do not underestimate their capabilities. They approach
stress and pressures with a laid-back, easy-going, and even demeanor. They are predictable
and resilient, and tolerate adversity with patience and tolerance.

Interpersonally, these people are open, engaging, and approachable. They enjoy social
interactions and being involved in team environments. They are open and honest, letting
others get to know them quickly. Similarly, they look for the best in others and trust them
readily. Their positive, upbeat interpersonal style is easy to read and can be contagious
for the groups and teams in which they are involved.

Key Traits
Note: These are traits on which the target group of top performers achieved a group
average, or mean, that was significantly different from the general population mean,
and also had less variation around that mean than would be expected from a
random sample (i.e., standard deviation < 2.0).

People-oriented, sociable, emotionally involved, versus reserved, detached.
(Mean = 6.85)

Fearless, socially bold, venturesome, risk-taking, versus timid, shy, cautious.
(Mean = 7.02)

Accepting, trusting, looks for the positive in others, versus cynical, skeptical,
suspicious. (Mean = 3.60)

Self-disclosing, forthright, transparent, versus private, discreet, guarded.
(Mean = 3.97)

Even-keeled, predictable, resilient, versus moody, emotionally unstable.
(Mean = 7.39)

Self-confident, secure, self-assured, versus worried, apprehensive, insecure.
(Mean = 3.51)

Easy-going, comfortable, tolerant, patient, versus impatient, tense, irritable,
judgmental. (Mean = 3.57)

Team-oriented, extraverted, enjoys being part of a group, versus isolated, solo
performer. (Mean = 4.28)

Feeling-oriented, intuitive, empathic, versus cold, rational, logical, utilitarian.
(Mean = 6.59)