1. True Colours What are You?

2. Word Associations for Blue
True Colors
Word Associations for Blue
romantic, sensitive, nurturing, strong need for relationships, cultivate the potential in others, honest, authentic, peaceful
Bblues need to feel calm and tranquil
They have great depths of feeling.
They do best when they are balanced, in harmonious relationship.
They are very sensitive and have great empathy for others who are weak.
The need to be authentic.
They have visions of peace
They are romantic and dramatic.

3. Word Associations for Gold
True Colors
Word Associations for Gold
traditional, organized, punctual, likes detail, loyal, responsible, value home and family, strong feeling of right and wrong----no gray!
Golds have a need for security...
for worth and value...
to be responsible..
to fulfill duties and obligations
to respect organization and structure
to be an an environment that is punctual and sensible
to earn their way in life through work and service
to belong!
They function best in a strong home/family which is faithful, loyal, and dependable. They must feel useful, They value order and cherish the tradition.

4. Word Associations for Orange
True Colors
Word Associations for Orange
high energy, need for immediate action, hands-on, seeks competition, carefree, commands attention, adventuresome, spontaneous, fun-loving
Oranges need to be skillful.
They need to be free to act on a moment’s notice.
Action and doing is its own reward.
They are highly skilled in a variety of fields.
They are a master of negotiations
They enjoy adventure.
They test the limits
They like hands-on approach to problem-solving.
They are risk takers.
They are vibrant, obvious, carefree, immodest.
Action.....energy....danger. They yearn for new. They have an aggressive lust for action. They command attention! NOW!

5. Word Associations for Green
True Colors
Word Associations for Green
problem-solvers, analytic, abstract thinkers, curious, complex, futuristic, strive for perfection, in harmony with the environment, needs freedom to explore new solutions
Greens want to be competent and understand/control the realities of life.
They are problem-solvers.
They enjoy complex situations.
They are analytical.
They are futuristic, and inventive.... curious to explore.
They do not express emotions openly, but they do experience deep feelings.
They enjoy nature.
They strive for perfection.
They enjoy harmony with the environment.

6. BLUE Whatever Blues decide to do with their lives, it must involve people!
Caretaker
Optimistic
Passionate
Enthusiastic
Imaginative
Cause oriented
Peacemaker
True romantic
Need to be unique
Cooperative rather than competitive
Strong sense of spirituality
People oriented

7. Blue Strengths Leading Listening Accepting Mentoring
Motivating
Optimism
Recruiting
Speaking
Supportiveness
Teaching
Tolerance
Training
Accepting
Acting as a catalyst
Communicating
Cooperating
Counseling
Creating
Guiding
Imagination
Intuition

8. Communicating with the Blue
When Blues listen, they focus on more than words.
Your message will not get through fully to a Blue if a relationship is not first established.
Blues don’t want to let anyone down, so we should be wary of overwhelming them.
Blues may portray the opposite of what they are feeling.
Blues get frustrated at the insincerity of the, “Hey, how are you?” ritual.
Blues are saying right now, “This is so cool! I love how this will help me relate to other people!”
More discussion here as this is very important in regards to collaboration.

9. The World vs. Blue Creating STRESS for Blues…
Broken promises
Too much negative criticism
Deception
Not discussing what is occurring
Completing paperwork as a priority
Clock-watching
Conflict
Placing the “system” as a priority above people
Being constantly compared to others and not evaluated as an individual
Too much conformity without outlets for individual expression
Succeeding with the Blues…
Spend quality time one-on-one with them
Be aware that they wear their heart on their sleeve
Listen to them as they listen to you
Be supportive
Share your thoughts and feelings
Praise their creativity
More emphasis here!

10. Good as Gold Prepared Loves to plan Detail-oriented Punctual
Strong sense of duty
Most comfortable with a structured environment
Belief in policies
Values traditions
Conscientious
Conservative and stable
Well-organized
Strong “shoulds” and “should nots”

11. Gold Strengths Accounting Following directions Belonging Guarding
Caretaking
Collecting data
Contributing
Coordinating
Dispatching
Family
Following directions
Guarding
Handling detail
Organizing
Planning ahead
Securing
Supervising

12. Communicating with Golds
Golds can come across as businesslike.
In conversation, they want structure.
“Can we do it the way we have always done it?”
Golds listen for details.
Golds are thinking right now, “Slow down! I am still writing notes on Blues!”
A bit more information here for faculty.

13. The World vs. Gold Creating stress for Golds…
Incomplete answers or ambiguous tasks
Disorganization
Too many things going on at one time
Waste
Non-conformity
Changing details
Haphazard attitude
Lack of structure/direction
Succeeding with Golds…
Remember to be on time
Try to be extra efficient and organized
They are generous but like things to be returned
Do what you say you will do
Be dependable and loyal
Respect their need for security
More discussion opportunities on this page.

14. Just do it! ORANGE Extroverted Orange:
Tigger (everyone knows when he is around and very little stresses him out)
Introverted Orange:
Winnie the Pooh (goes with the flow and only major concern is HONEY!)
Explain the difference between the extroverted personality and the introverted personality.

15. OUTRAGEOUS ORANGE Energetic Desires change Playful Master navigator
Natural entertainer
Pushes boundaries
Accepts challenges
Impulsive
Spontaneous
“Just do it!”
Appreciates immediate feedback
Most productive in non-structure environments

16. Orange Strengths Going with the situation Able to take charge Hands-on
Keeping options open
Negotiating
Proficient, capable
Receptive to opportunities
Risk-taking
Trouble-shooting
Welcomes new ideas
Able to take charge
Being the master of tools
Carefree
Dealing with chaos
Determination
Direct communicator
Doing many things at once
Eclectic, diverse, changing

17. Communicating with Oranges
They want forthright communication
They are trying to accomplish a goal with all communication
When talking to an Orange, encapsulate your information into bite-size pieces
Give Oranges choices and ask for their suggestions
Oranges are confident, loud, and casual
“Now” oriented
Oranges listen for entertainment, usefulness, and relevance
They are constantly looking for opportunities
Again, more emphasis is needed on this page.

18. The World vs. Orange Creating Stress for Oranges…
Too much responsibility
Redundancy
Deadlines
Rules and regulations
Being stuck at a desk
“how to” directions
Too much attention to product and not enough to performance/results
Abstract concepts
Succeeding with the Orange…
Be active and don’t slow them down!
Be spontaneous and fun
Compete in fun when appropriate
Be adventuresome and optimistic
Be energetic and ready to go!
More discussion!

19. Feelin’ Green Problem-solver “Why” mentality Intellectual
Very complex
Standard-setter
Cool, calm, collected
Approaches interpersonal relationships in a logical manner
Intellectual
Work is play and play is work
Need for independence and private time
Driven by
competence
Perfectionist
Analytical

20. Green Strengths Analyzing Intellectualization Conceptualizing
Confidence
Designing
Determination
Developing
Diagnosing
Intellectualization
Inventing
Mapping out
Problem solving
Reasoning
Researching
Technical know-how
Thinking

21. Communicating with Greens
Greens usually don’t show emotion.
When talking to a Green, be prepared to defend your position!
Greens are thinking now, “How will this help me with people, again? I don’t need help with people. Why would I?”
Greens communicate for the purpose of gaining or sharing information.
Their favorite line is, “And your point is?”
Greens listen for information and want to know the purpose for that particular communication.
Example of “punch line” card with a BLUE person.

22. The World vs. Greens Succeeding with Greens…
Creating stress for Greens…
Not being in charge
Lack of independence
Elaborate use of adjectives
Incompetence
Emotional displays
Lack of options
Inability to use or display knowledge
Small talk
Routine
Social functions
Succeeding with Greens…
Be aware of their curiosity about life
Give things that challenge their problem-solving abilities
Respect their need for independence
Know that they are caring even though they may not show their feelings much
Respect their ideas
Green father stories!

23. True Colors-Leaders GREEN Gold Blue Green Orange Stabilizer Nurturer
Visionary
Trouble-Shooter
Accountable
Optimistic
Strategic
Action Centered
Family/Home Values
Values Relationships
Designer
Risk-taker
Orderly
Cooperative
Inventor
Fun
Loyal
Sensitive
High Standards
Likes variety
Socially Responsible
Democratic
Abstract thinker
Flexible
Needs to belong
People Centered
Values Intelligence
Spontaneous
GREEN

24. True Colors-Teachers Gold Blue Green Orange Institution-oriented
Student Centered
Subject Centered
Hands-on
Has Structured Routine
Uses imagination in teaching
Logical presentation of material
Dynamic, spontaneous teaching
Firm Disciplinarian
Involves students
Reward intelligence
Rewards innovation
Matter-of-fact/ Predictable
Comfortable room - but messy
Credit given if justified
Needs big picture- not details
Step-by-step procedures
Nurtures “whole” child
Uses cause-effect approach
Non traditional style

25. Student Reaction to Blue Teacher
Gold Student
Blue Student
Green Student
Orange Student
Why talk about FEELINGS??
Love that I can talk about feelings…
Why there is so many “groupie” activities?
Wish the presentations would vary.
Dislike all of the role-playing
Enjoy being able to choose how we complete the lesson.
I prefer individual projects or discussing ideas with the teacher.
Special projects are nice if we didn’t have to tell how it FEELS.
Never enough practical examples
I feel bad that she has to follow all of those administrator rules.
I dislike having to write everything down.
Like that she is understanding when my work is late
Like that I feel important
I love working in groups. We do so many fun projects.
The teacher is kind, but doesn’t know as much as I know about..
There is never enough time to discuss ideas.
Please validated my work.
I’m glad we don’t have to memorize.
I wish we would talk about more subjects.
Why isn’t there discipline in class?

26. Student Reaction to Gold Teacher
Gold Student
Blue Student
Green Student
Orange Student
Loves the structure/rules.
Uncomfortable with all the rules.
Questions why there is only one right answer.
Would like more variety.
Enjoys memorization.
Hate it when other students are made to feel bad.
Feels okay in orderly environment.
Hates example when operation already understood.
Likes their straightforward tests.
The red check marks make me feel so dumb.
Dislikes that the logic/ reason for doing something is not shared.
Finds classroom boring.. All work and no games!
Likes that “facts” are rewarded.
Why can’t we role-play some of the stories.
Dislikes that you can’t deviate from teachers plan.
Resists all of the structure--finds excuses to move
Knows how to get the “A”.
Work, work, work and more work.
Would prefer more applications over “facts”
Would like more hands-on.

27. Student Reaction to Green Teacher
Gold Student
Blue Student
Green Student
Orange Student
Why can’t the expectations be clearer?
I am uncomfortable having to defend my response.
WOW--a teacher who knows so much and is willing to explain things.
I wish our work could be more original.
It’s hard to get an “A” if the answer is explained!
Why should I track my grades. Isn’t that the teacher’s job?
I’m finally rewarded for my prior knowledge.
Sometimes my questions are ignored!
The teacher is disorganized, but does seem to know the subject.
I wish the teacher would be interested in me, not just the things we study.
I love it that I can verbally tell the steps instead of having to write them down.
I wish the assignments would be more practical.
I like that there are high standards.
Why are there so many correct answers?
I always know why I got the grade I did.
At least my ideas are accepted.
I just wish it were more organized.
Uncomfortable with all the rules
I think we learn more by having to analyze.
Being able to question is great!

28. Student Reaction to Orange Teacher
Gold Student
Blue Student
Green Student
Orange Student
Hate the lack of structure/ organization.
All the jumping around makes me uncomfortable.
Questions why there is only one right answer
It’s great that we get to “think out of the box.”
Why can’t homework be collected regularly?
I think I am liked, but the teacher never tells me.
I wish we would stick to the subject, instead of jumping all around.
All of the choices of projects really energizes me.
Our lessons seem to jump all around.
I like being about to be creative.
I wish we could study it logically and orderly.
Essay tests explain our thinking…not just list the facts.
Why do we always need to “imagine”?
I’m glad we don’t have to remember all of the details.
I don’t think there ever is an outline for what we study.
I like being able to think about the future, not the past.
She does require us to think.
I like hearing laughter in the class.
It’s great the we get to support our answers.
I have fun in this class.