The Influencer – A Communication Archetype

This week is week 3 of the Communication Archetypes series! Which means we'll be uncovering the talents and style of the Influencer today. We've already discussed the task oriented and fact driven Director's and Strategists, and Stacie summarizes what we've learn about them so far, but now it's time to take a walk on the social side and see what the Influencer is all about hand how they can make their biggest splash on the world.

Stacie is actually an Influencer when it comers to being a communicator, so this one is a little near and dear to her heart. Some of their strengths include being great at breaking the ice and getting conversations started. They have a gift for persuasion and interacting with others. Influencers have very little trouble making connections with people, and actually crave it.

Influencer have their weaknesses. They have a tendency to be impatient, and don't like to be kept waiting. They sometimes have an aversion to being alone, and prefer to have at least one other person around, if not a while group. They don't the longest attention span and can often be disorganized.

How to connect with an Influencer: Encourage their gifts rather than stifle them. In a professional setting, be clear on who is going to do what, by when. You're going to want to show interest in their opinions and big ideas. Their goals are often about getting proper recognition and applause. They like being popular and fear losing that prestige.

Quotes

"This is the charmer of the group"

"They really do thrive on admiration and acknowledgment"

"How do you leave people?"