The Connecting Communicator prefers an indirect approach when it comes to communication. This communication type is also people-driven which makes this person a great Recruitment Advisor, Initiate Advisor or Brother At Large in Phi Sigma Pi. However, you certainly can take on other leadership positions.
Strengths |
How People Perceive |
|---|---|
| Warm and likable | Can be a pushover |
| Good listener | Lets others take the initiative |
| Eager to please and help others | "Goes along" for convenience |
| Cooperative and easygoing | Avoids conflict or confrontation |
| Able to see all sides of an issue | Unwilling to take a stand |
| Loyal | Unable to say no |
| Rarely tries to manipulate others | Weak in planning or leading |
| Highly intuitive | Values feelings above facts |
| Great team player | Tends to over commit |
| Nice to work with | Can be overly passive |
| Provides nurturing work environment | Quietly resentful at times |
When communicating with Connecting Communicators keep these seven things in mind:
- Build rapport by chitchatting
- Assure confidentiality and talk in private
- Express your care and concern
- Show the benefits first, and then outline your plan
- Talk about your concern for people
- Slow down
- Don't make them feel rejected
Learn more about the other communication types and how to communicate with them:
