1. Monica Franco ESC Region XIX mfranco@esc19.net (915) 780-5320
True Colors
Monica Franco
ESC Region XIX
(915)
Introduce self and give background information for reliability.

2. Our time in a nutshell… Introduction about True Colors
What Color Am I Survey?
Attributes/Introvert or Extrovert
Joys & Stressors
Perceptions
Briefly review the day for the group. This is for all your gold folks out there. Ask if there are any questions. Let them know that they will go to lunch at about 11:30. We will have breaks as needed.

3. Did you know that… People are intrinsically different?
Yet we sometimes expect equality in many aspects of what we do.
Is this true of family members, students, & relationships?

4. About True Colors
Don Lowry created the metaphor, True Colors, to translate complicated personality and learning theory into practical information we can all understand and use. He has developed an easy and entertaining way to understand ourselves and others. True Colors is based on the work of Myers and Briggs.
Read from the slide. Ask the audience if they have ever taken any personality typing instruments. Ask for a show of hands then ask for a couple of individuals to share their findings with the rest of the audience if they can remember. Use this as a point of reference and why Don Lowry created True Colors.

5. The Benefits of Knowing Your True Colors
It provides all of us with an opportunity to open our hearts and minds to our own potential.
It helps us recognize and encourage
potential in others.
It teaches us to bridge the gaps in communications, leading to respect and compassion for ourselves and others.
It opens doors to successful relationships and a climate for effective learning.
Review this slide with the audience and allow for questions if necessary.

6. Instructions
As you take this survey, try to picture the way you are deep down inside.
Not the way you want to be.
Not the way you should be.
But the way you are when nobody is around.

7. Instructions
Pretend as if you were stranded on a deserted island.

8. Instructions
Or are standing naked in the shower—stripped of all your responsibilities, roles and expectations.

9. Instructions
Don’t rush too fast, but don’t overanalyze each statement either. It will take about 10 minutes.

11. GREEN What is your color? ORANGE Blue GOLD
FIRST TIME PRESENTATION OF TC: At this point make sure that everyone has added their scores correctly. Ask folks to identify their primary color and their secondary color. Primary being the one with the highest number and secondary being the one with the next highest number.
It is suggested that the group take about a minute break here.
At this point in the presentation switch to the transparencies and review each of the colors in more detail. Leave this slide on as you work with the transparencies. Advance to the next slide after a review of each color has been done.
When doing a TC follow-up and using these slides as part of the review be sure to go beyond just a review of each of the true colors.
BEFORE beginning the review have each of the participants on a piece of paper list some of the attributes of each of the colors. Then go into the review of each color. Have them make additions to their list. The idea is for them to learn and internalize more attributes. (Increase understanding.)

12. Blue Attributes Motivate Mediators Encourages Others Optimistic
Strong sense of spirituality
Sensitive to needs of others
Peace, Harmony, Relationships
Motivate and Encourage Others
Cooperative rather than competitive
Mediators
Optimistic
Caretakers
Passionate
Peacemakers
True Romantics
Cause Oriented
Need to Feel “Special”
Always Has a Kind Word

13. Famous Blues
Blue Occupations

14. Core Needs and Values of a Blue
RELATIONSHIPS

15. GOLD ATTRIBUTES Punctual, Predictable, Precise “Be Prepared
Value Order and
Status Quo
Duty, Loyalty, Useful, Responsible
There is a Right Way to Do Everything
Tends to be Left-Brained and Analytical
Strong belief in Policies, Procedures, Rules
Most comfortable with Formal Environment
“Be Prepared
Love to Plan
Detail Oriented
Service Oriented
Values Family Traditions
Helpful & Trustworthy
Conservative & Stable
“Should” & “Should Not”
Rarely Breaks the Speed Limit
Strives for a Sense of Security

16. Famous Golds
Gold Occupations

17. Core Needs and Values of Gold
Duty and Responsibility

18. Green Attributes Often not in the mainstream “Should be able to” “Why”
Abstract, Conceptual, Global
Need for Independence and Private Time
Explores all facets before making decisions
Knows how to spell & pronounce “big” words
Logical interpersonal relationships
Calm, cool, collected
“Should be able to”
“Why”
Intellectual
Theoretical
Idea People
Philosophical
Very Complex
Perfectionists
Standard Setters
Visionaries, Futurists
Can never know enough
Work is play- play is work

19. Famous Greens
Green Occupations

20. Core Needs and Values of a Green
Information & Knowledge
Intellectual Competence

21. Orange Attributes Playful and Energetic Charming Risk-Taker
“Just Do It”
Test Limits
Quick Witted
Master Negotiator
Creative, Inventive
“Let’s make a deal”
A natural Entertainer
High need for mobility
Visual and Kinesthetic
Natural Non-conformist
Thrives on competition
Likes tangible rewards
Pushes the boundaries
Stimulates the economy
Impulsive & Spontaneous
Appreciates immediate feedback
Tends to be left/right brain integrated
Most productive in informal environments

22. Famous Oranges
Orange Occupations

23. Core Needs and Values of Orange
FREEDOM

24. GREEN ORANGE Blue GOLD Are you and extrovert or introvert?
FIRST TIME PRESENTATION OF TC: At this point make sure that everyone has added their scores correctly. Ask folks to identify their primary color and their secondary color. Primary being the one with the highest number and secondary being the one with the next highest number.
It is suggested that the group take about a minute break here.
At this point in the presentation switch to the transparencies and review each of the colors in more detail. Leave this slide on as you work with the transparencies. Advance to the next slide after a review of each color has been done.
When doing a TC follow-up and using these slides as part of the review be sure to go beyond just a review of each of the true colors.
BEFORE beginning the review have each of the participants on a piece of paper list some of the attributes of each of the colors. Then go into the review of each color. Have them make additions to their list. The idea is for them to learn and internalize more attributes. (Increase understanding.)

25. Are you introvert or extrovert?
What is a
extrovert?
introvert?
Which combination of introvert/extrovert creates joy or stress?
Refer to the questions on the slide. Have the group elaborate on the questions.
How do you know if you are an introvert or an extrovert. What does a blue extrovert look like? What does a blue introvert look like?

26. Joys and Stressors
For this activity have the audience to divide into their color group. You may have to repeat the colors depending on the size of the group. You’ll probably have 2-3 groups of each color.
Once they are in their color group have them take a piece of chart tablet paper and brainstrom those things that bring them joy. On another sheet of chart tablet have them put those things that cause them stress. Allow the group to work for about 10 minutes. After they have created their lists give each group a chance to read their list for the rest of the group.
(Note: if you have a large group have them separate into not only primary color but also by introvert or extrovert.)
You will probably be ready to break for lunch after this activity. Remind your group about on time poker.

27. Reframing: Don’t get caught getting or sending the wrong message!

28. Others my perceive blue as:
Re-Framing Blue
Others my perceive blue as:
Very Emotional
Overly Sensitive
Mushy
Too Tender-Hearted
Easily Persuaded
Too Nice
Too Trusting
Smothering, illogical
Too Soft, Too Giving, Weak
Talking Too Much
Blue may perceive self as:
Having & Valuing Feelings
Compassionate
Romantic
Idealistic
Empathetic
Caring
Seeing Best in Others
Nurturing
Liking to Please People
Wanting Harmony
Great Communicator

29. Others may perceive Gold as:
Reframing Gold
Others may perceive Gold as:
Rigid, Inflexible
Controlling, Bossy
Too Serious
Resistant to Change
Opinionated
System-Bound
Lacking Imagination
Judgmental
Boring
Uptight
Predictable
Autocratic
Gold may perceive self as:
Consistent
Providing Structure
Goal-Oriented
Firm or Traditional
Knowing Right from Wrong
Loyal to Organization
Realistic
Decisive, Seeking Closure
Dependable
Concerned about Security
Following a Routine
Having Leadership Ability

30. Re-Framing Green Arrogant, a Know It All Cold, Hard Insensitive
Others may perceive Green as:
Arrogant, a Know It All
Cold, Hard
Insensitive
Head in the Clouds
Cool, Aloof, Unfeeling
Afraid to Open Up
Critical, Fault-Finding
Lacking Compassion
Unappreciative of Others
Intellectually Demanding
Argumentative
Absent Minded
Green may perceive self as:
Confident
Mentally Tough, Strong
Logical, Rational
Visionary, Inventive
Self-Controlled
Enjoying One’s Own Company
Good at Analysis
Objective
Having Ability to Reprimand
Having High Expectations
Knowledgeable
Thinking Deeply

31. Re-Framing Orange Irresponsible Goofing Off Too Much Manipulative
Others may perceive Orange as:
Irresponsible
Goofing Off Too Much
Manipulative
Untrustworthy
Unable to Stay on Task
Scattered
Taking Unnecessary Risks
Resisting Closure or Decisions
Obnoxious
Immature
Self-Centered
Orange may perceive self as:
Flexible, Easy-Going
Having a Playful Attitude
Exploring New Possibilities
Clever, Good Negotiator
Open to Change
Having Many Interests
Able to do Many Things
Valuing Freedom
Bold, Assertive
Fun-Loving, Enjoying Life
Independent

32. How has True Colors helped me today
How has True Colors helped me today? How will I use what I’ve learned in day to day things with students, co-workers, family, etc? What ideas can I share with others?
At this point allow the participants to share their personal experiences at their table. Have each table choose one person to share out with the whole group.