Lessen your accidentally diminishing impact by experimenting with Multiplier replacement behaviors

Accidental Diminisher Profile
Rescuer

The Rescuer is a good manager and a decent person (like all of the other Accidental Diminishers, by the way). They are the type of leader who doesn’t like to see people struggle, make avoidable mistakes, or fail. At the first sign of distress, they jump in and helps.

What's their positive intention?

To ensure people are successful and protect their reputation.

What's the unintended consequence?

Their people become dependent on them, which weakens their reputation.

What's a Simple Workaround?

Ask for their F-I-X: When someone brings you a problem or signals a need for help, remind yourself that he or she probably already has a solution. Ask, “How do you think we should solve it?” If you need to coach or teach, do it early and them cross the finish line by themselves.

How might you be draining your team, despite good intentions?

Get in touch today. Let’s go beyond simple workarounds and explore Multiplier replacement behaviors.

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OTHER ACCIDENTAL DIMINISHER TYPES

Rapid Responder
Rapid Responder
Pacesetter
Pacesetter
Optimist
Optimist
Strategist
Strategist
Protector
Protector
Perfectionist
Perfectionist
Idea Fountain
Idea Fountain
Always On
Always On