Collaboration and Communication among different personality types can also be optimized by knowledge. The three personality types identified include the Thinker, the Organizer, and the Giver. Thinkers tend to reflect independently upon new information. They are good at analysis and abstract thinking, and devising new approaches to complex issues. The organizer in turn prefers clear, concrete task definitions in a structured, stable environment. They tend to carefully organize both their work and their schedules, and require feedback to ensure that they are on the right path. They are responsible and reliable and work well within social settings. The Giver enjoys studying with others, as well as teaching them. Their main aim is to be helpful to others, while also being honest and clear in expressing their feelings. They are also good at negotiation and aim to communicate openly.
The organizer can for example draw up a schedule for each individual task, as well as for collaborative tasks. It will be necessary for the organizer to be aware of each personality type, and the strengths and weaknesses of each. Because thinkers function best on an independent basis, they should be given tasks to complete outside of the group setup. They can then report their insights back to the group. These insights can then be organized within the group for further study or thinking. The function of the Givers can then be the consolidation of all incoming information. Givers and Organizers can collaborate to impart this consolidation of information to the rest of the group. Givers should also ensure that communication occurs on an effective and proactive basis.
