Personal Profile

Algirdas Makarevicius. Personal Profile


My Personal Profile

My cultural and professional profile was analyzed by Worldprism Profiler, http://www.countrynavigator.com. This diagnostic tool identified my strengths and weaknesses in the fields of reasoning, decision-making, and communication in the workplace. 

1. Relating. How I relate to others

1.1. Task-oriented
Impersonal, ‘let’s get down to business’ rules before a relationship. Things get done when the right plans and processes are in place. I usually believe that business should be transactional. I try to build necessary relationships as quickly as possible to not waste time getting down to business. A legal contract is a firm agreement that does not change even if circumstances change, and I base trust on consistency. I derive satisfaction from my performance in accomplishing goals, getting things done, and meeting challenges.

1.2. Implicit
The meaning is often inferred from what is said and what is not. Body language is essential. I am always polite and considerate in my communication with others. I often pick up signals from non-verbal behavior and context to interpret the message. I will imply meanings in the same way and rarely speak directly about what is on my mind, considering this to be coarse. Written communication will be formal.

1.3. Individual - Group
I rely on my efforts and resources most of the time. I believe that the individual should take the blame for his/her mistakes but should also receive personal praise and reward when his/her constructive effort benefits the group or team. When problem-solving, I weigh up carefully the consequences of allowing extra time to gain consensus versus the need for decisive, individual action.

2. Regulating. How I make decisions

2.1. Risk-Taking
Steady, Steady, slow, but sure. I avoid unnecessary change. I strive continually for consistent approaches that produce known results. I value what I have and would always stay with what I know rather than gamble on an unpredictable future. I welcome a high level of regulation that gives me security. I always plan well in advance for a known outcome. I firmly believe in higher authority levels, proven reliable, and dependable. I hold tradition in the highest regard and always try to learn from the experience of others.

2.2. Loose
Flexible, go with the flow. Things will happen in their own time. I am often flexible in the allocation of time to allow events and relationships to unfold in an unforced way. I consider people to be much more important than the task. Interruptions do not present a problem. I am excellent at "multi-tasking" and find it rational to handle several tasks simultaneously. It does not bother me if people arrive after the appointed meeting time, assuming they have good reason to do so.

2.3. Concentrated
I focus power and authority on particular people in the group. I believe the most efficient way of governing is having a transparent chain of command. I feel very secure in knowing that with strong leadership, the 'ship' will move in the right direction.

3. Reasoning. How I think

3.1. Linear
Analytical step-by-step process towards a solution. Focus on exploring and integrating perspectives in a relatively structured way. In problem-solving, I prefer a direct line of reasoning, moving toward a step-by-step process to reach my target quickly and efficiently. I often immediately identify what I must do and push for rapid implementation. While recognizing messy problems, I am good at reducing unnecessary information and breaking problems down into manageable pieces.

3.2. Facts
I emphasize data and concrete experiences. I can win an argument by presenting factual evidence. I plan to structure my projects so that they have measurable outcomes. I am skillful in gathering the proper evidence and interpreting it correctly. I prefer to work from the concrete to the general.

3.3. Simple
I focus on essential basics and avoid unnecessary details. I like to deliver results in a time-efficient, straightforward manner whenever possible. I am prepared to reduce complex issues to manageable divisions without entirely neglecting the impact of context and supporting data. I can explore a problem in detail and present my ideas and considerations from multiple angles if required.


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