2. Learning Goals By the end of this lesson you will be able to:
Describe your personality strengths and weaknesses according to “Colours” theory
Evaluate your personal resources according to the “Colours” theory in regards to career choices

3. Personality Considerations
Each colour represents a personality style that reflects emotional and intellectual preferences/tendencies
The Colours method can be utilized to better understand ourselves, as well others around us.

4. What Colour(s) Are You??

5. Inquiring GREEN STRENGTHS
Innovative and abstract thinker, high expectations
Determined, sees the big picture
Gathers data and information
Plans and organizes
Curious minds
Values wisdom and knowledge
Analytical processes

6. Inquiring GREEN WEAKNESSES --explaining detailed info
--Insensitive to the feelings of others
--Lack of follow through
--Lack of concentration if disinterested
Problems can be caused by lack of independence, boredom, emotional displays by others, perceived negative criticism, perception of things being unfair

7. Career Choices for Greens
Scientist, Engineer, Biologist
Chiropractor, Doctor, Dentist
Computer Programmer, Mathematician
Veterinarian, Sociologist, Market Research
Financial Analyst, Physician Assistant

8. Organized Gold STRENGTHS Organized and orderly Dependable and reliable
Always prepared and respects rules
Strong belief in policy and procedure
Committed and Consistent
Diligent and Precise

9. Organized GOLD WEAKNESS
Problems can be caused by confusion over roles/responsibilities, unclear instructions, unplanned changes, and frequent disruptions.
WEAKNESS
-- narrow focus
-- Unforgiving once trust is broken
-- May be pessimistic and negative
--Sometimes too hard on self and others
-- Perfectionist

10. Career Choices for Golds
Accountant, Book Keeper, Auditor
Bank Clerk, Legal Secretary
Building Inspector, Air Traffic Controller
Computer Support, Librarian
Data Entry, Hotel Clerk, Immigration
Customs Officer

11. Authentic BLUE STRENGTHS People oriented; relate well to others
Enthusiastic, stimulating and inspirational
Expressive and animated
concerned for others
Optimistic
Affectionate and expressive
Caretaker
Creative and dramatic

12. Dealing with Authentic Blue
Problems can be caused by too much specific information to remember, multitasking, put downs, perceived disregard for personal issues.
WEAKNESSES
-- sensitive to criticism and conflict
may avoid confronting problems
--can’t say no
-- may show favouritism

13. Careers Choices for Blues
Psychologist, Social Worker, Child Care
Dental Hygienist, Home Health Aide
Elementary teacher, CYW, DSW
Marriage and Family Therapist
Speech-Language Pathologist
Teaching Assistant, Tour Guide

14. Resourceful ORANGE STRENGTHS Seeks change and variety
Action-oriented and make quick decisions
Quick witted, funny, brave
Flexible in crisis situations
Leadership qualities
Physical ability/skills
Takes risks

15. Resourceful ORANGE WEAKNESSES
Problems can be caused by rigid rules and expectations, theoretical material, lack of positive recognition.
WEAKNESSES
-- impatient with theory
-- may be impulsive
bend/break rules to get things done
-- may act too quickly and miss out on details
-- Needs immediate feedback/rewards

16. Career Choices for Oranges
Advertising, Salesperson,
Chef, Waiter, Bartender
Athlete, Coach, Physical Therapist
Mechanic, Carpenter, Civil Engineer
Photographer, Actor, Editor
Fire Fighter, Flight Attendant

17. The dangers of categorizing
We are all plaid
We are all different blends intelligences, learning modalities and colours. It is important to understand that everyone is affected by the world in a different way, and everyone affects the world in a different way.