LSI Profile by Gulenko¶
General description¶
Is distinguished by thoroughness, precision, and concreteness in professional matters. Carefully plans events, thoroughly examines and works out all the specifics. Puts work matters above sentiments. Takes all regulations into account. Keeps his personal things in order. He can always be relied on. Stoically endures life’s hardships.
LSI is a person of strong will, diligent and enduring. He/she is insistent and demanding in execution and verification of tasks. Takes care of those who are confused and uncertain, explains to them how they can do their work. In his assessments - a sober realist, who does not tolerate infertile, unrealistic fantasies. Proves his point and supports his case citing numerous facts that he has collected.
In communication with friends and colleagues, he is polite and courteous. Can make an impression of an intelligent and well-mannered man. However, in closer, more familiar relations, he can be rather insensitive. Despite the fact that he is quite communicative in a small groups, periodically he needs to spend time alone. Has a tendency to be didactic, to deliver lengthy explanations on his understanding of a subject. May lecture on ethical topics.
What he deems himself capable of doing, he will also require from others. May become too deeply immersed in the details and the calculations, at which point he risks losing sight of the broader view. Uncompromising in his convictions. The fall of the ideals that he has previously followed treats as a personal tragedy. Distrustful of strangers and people about whom he knows too little. When he discovers some negative traits in another person, loses trust in him for a long period of time.
Detailed description¶
LSI studies any matter that occupies him in great depth. He stubbornly and persistently collects information to attain a thorough understanding of the subject. He favorably views well-organized and smoothly functioning systems. Anything that does not fit into the system he rejects as nonsensical. He will regularly check the progress of any venture that interests him. Consistent and operative, strives to do his job well and looks to same from others. Is perceptive of existing hierarchies. Does not take into account personal sentiments when it comes to business. Cannot tolerate when someone takes his things or moves his belongings without asking.
Sober realist: sets only feasible goals for himself and in most cases achieves them. If explanations and warnings did not have any effect can shift to pressuring methods of influence. Knows how to force his opponent into a corner and squeeze him. Stoic: can keep himself in control, tolerant of adversities. Will force himself to do that which is necessary but uninteresting to him. Helps and protects those who are weak and defenseless. Looks after the old and the sick. Can be lone-wolf fighter for justice who keeps a low profile.
In public, he holds himself politely and appropriately. Can make himself be cheerful and sociable. Easily makes short-term, situational contacts. With his behavior evokes trust. Patiently listens to those who have approached him, sympathizes with them, demonstrates his disposition. Even though he comes into close contact with many people, he rejects excessive familiarity. Stern with family members. Loves to educate using terse statements. Reliable in his affections, although it can happen that he gets torn between two objects of his sympathies.
Very attached to his worldview. Does not change his views easily, not inclined to make concessions and compromises. Chooses friends who have compatible views to his own. Uses himself to judge the capabilities of others: “If I can do this, then why not others?” Knowledge gained through direct experience serves as a substitute for intuition for him. Can trust someone who is well-wishing and attentive listener, who does not take sides. Values intelligent, artistically gifted people, may even forgive them selfish and unethical actions.
Often is in a gloomy, serious mood. Accumulates negative emotions. Periodically pours them out on someone else and feels temporarily relieved. To be in good condition, he needs frequent fluctuations of emotional background. Cannot stand to be pressured by negative emotions - crying, whims, accusations. It is easier to give in for him than to ignore them. Internally rather touchy and vulnerable, although does not show this considering it to be weakness.
Finds it difficult to tolerate people who are not punctual and who cannot fit into allotted time. Lives at a measured pace. Does not like unnecessary disruptions in schedule. Frightened of what fate may bring, of unpredictability. Although he generally rejects mysticism, will warily listen to prophecies, divinations, interpretations of dreams. Becomes mobilized when there is an unexpected but important job that needs to get done in a short period of time.
Very thrifty in his work and shopping. Will keep used and worn-out things just in case. Seeks to do more with less effort. A supporter of mechanization and automation. Would rather control revenues than expenses. Exercises control over actions of other people. If they are illogical or inappropriate, suspects that something is wrong.
Monitors his appearance and pays attention to appearance of others. Strives for tidiness in clothing, at home and workplace, although not always maintains it. Often is capable at handwork, repairing or tinkering with something at his home. Good at delicate manual operations, especially if they are related to design and decoration. Likes simple but healthy food. Steadfast in his tastes and habits.
Manner of communication¶
The LSI easily comes into contact with other people, knows how to establish close personal distances. Catches the attention of others by his witty commentary or jokes, especially persons of opposite sex (for male LSIs). Often behaves like a gallant cavalier, exquisitely and politely considerately. Knowingly courts the ladies, plays well the role of a “hussar” (for sensory subtype). Often becomes the communicative center of a company. Gravitates to performance of romantic songs with a guitar in the spirit of the movie “Cruel Romance”. At official level of communication, he appreciates accuracy very much. Pays great attention to numbers, indicators, factual material, concrete logic of objects. Any question or issue he considers thoroughly, considering and working through all the details. In judgments and assessments - he is a sober realist. Dislikes unsubstantiated speculations and reckless proposals. Believes that any issue needs thorough preparation. In his speech one can frequently hear basic truths and educational statements, which are appropriate to the moment. The LSI is characterized by a tendency to edification. Likes posters, wall prints, and other visual aids. In an informal atmosphere, in a tight circle of close friends, he is inclined to discuss and speculate on philosophical and moral topics. Sometimes he has a certain attraction to religion, mysticism, predictions, and other forms of manifestations of deep intuition. When someone comes to him with a question, doesn’t turn the person down. Will always give advice where to go, whom to talk to, which order exists in some business or project.
Features of behavior¶
A characteristic feature of behavior that allows to confidently identify a person of this type - is good adaptability to his position within a hierarchy of power. As a child, the LSI tends to be obedient, good kid, respectful of his elders. At school he may set an example to others, given responsible assignments by his teachers. Very operational. A good organizer. When he is appointed to a post, shows clear administrative inclinations. Maintains strict discipline. Doesn’t cut slack to anyone. Tough in asking about implementation and completion of adopted decisions. Likes and respects the hierarchy of degrees, titles, and positions. Follows the chain of command. The LSI is very trusting in matters of human relations. Being aware of this, he is suspicious of people who violate basic ethical standards of behavior. Sometimes he imagines conspiracies, poor intentions of other people. Those who do not openly express their relation to him fall under suspicion. He loves and collects books, especially reference books, encyclopedias, and dictionaries. Doesn’t like to admit that he doesn’t know something in his field. At home he maintains almost a military order: all his things are strictly within their designated areas, even if he has many of them. The LSI dislikes it when they are moved, or handled carelessly. Around himself he constantly creates comfort and order. Knows how to tinker, how to repair something, and in general how to work with his hands. At home he is unpretentious, doesn’t need sophisticated food. His diet can be one and the same, but has to be of good quality.
Appearance¶
A person of this sociotype is easy to notice from distance by external characteristics. However, this mostly applies to male representatives, as women of this type typically don’t have any striking external features. The first thing that strikes the eye in figure of the LSI - is certain fundamentality, solidness. A person of this type solidly stands on his two feet, which gives an impression of solidity and firmness. His head sits on his shoulders straight, almost not turning. His body tends to turn together with his head. When walking, the LSI doesn’t swing his hands. His hands seem fixed at the elbow, his palms and fingers do not hang. Sometimes it seems that he’s holding his hands by his sides. LSI’s gait seems soft, smooth, gliding. However, at times he makes sharp turns and deviates from the previous straight path. The most notable feature of his face are the cheekbones. Due to this, in his facial appearance there is something eastern, Asian. The tip of the nose may be turned upward. The expression on his face is usually static, fixed, inexpressive and focused. Male representatives of this type may have beautiful, lush mustaches. LSI’s clothes show signs of tidiness and neatness. His dressing style is usually strict, inconspicuous, not wrinkled or dirty if possible. Men of this type always look good in military uniform. To violations in dress code, when someone comes to their post dressed inappropriately, they relate quite critically.
As a subordinate¶
What cannot be expected of him:
Being attuned to needs of other individuals;
Nuanced understanding of talents and capabilities of others;
Quick re-adaptation in understanding;
Concessions and leniency in matters of his principles;
Generation of unconventional ideas.
Recommended occupations: Performs well at assigning duties and monitoring their implementation. Can be effective at hands-on administrative positions especially if the group does not exceed 8-10 persons. Great for departmental supervision. Can do quality designs, tinker with anything with his hands. Works well in technical fields. Can become an instructor, supervisor, mechanic, tax inspector, investigator.
As a supervisor¶
Methodical, disciplined, committed to accuracy and organization - these are the fundamental characteristics of this type, which establish his reputation as a reliable person. He can be trusted in fulfilling his promises. Will perform them faithfully. He is not dynamic, but very strong-willed and authoritative person, who will get what he wants not by swoops and impulses, but via patience, commitment and attrition.
His main instrument of assimilation of information is concretized logic. He thinks about all the specifics of whichever job he is working on, about exact organization, about functional responsibilities of the participants, in short, he tries to include everything. Nothing should go unnoticed, unexamined, and unclarified. Does not like ambiguity, equivocal and fuzzy situations, chaotic information. Prefers a poor result to no resolution at all. In process of reviewing seeks accuracy and clarity. Easily notices parts of a project that haven’t been thought out very well.
His mind is oriented at scrupulous study of specific problems or fields of knowledge. He studies them in depth and builds vertical structures or hierarchies. Compares existing classifications and systems to each other, considers accumulated empirical data. Knows how to choose the best, most reliable scheme and will then work within its framework. Does not take well to major structural breeches. His reasoning is directed at improvement, addition, mending, polishing of the existing methods, schemes, and procedures with available to him material.
The result of his thinking are logical deductions which serve as instructions and directives for establishing order. He is a supporter of cohesion and organization and does not like deviations and discord. Unexpected manifestations seeks to explain through known, established information. Following objective logic, aims to encompass the subject completely and comprehensively. But cannot do this quickly. He always takes time to prepare. He does not like fantasy and improvisation, reckless projects. Sober realist. Thinks, calculates, lays out everything on its shelves.
Has in inclined towards dominance in groups, being taken by a particular idea and a desire to put it into practice. Demanding, intolerant of fluctuations, spinelessness, and negligence. Favored form of guidance is usually strong-willed pressure, which manifests itself in various forms (administrative pressure, persuasion, discrediting). If he occupies a high position may show some dictatorial tendencies. When he is in lower ranks, he usually feels the limits, perceptive of how much insubordination is allowed. Looks to discipline only on his “territory” or within his area of competence.
Does not get emotionally involved in interpersonal dealings of others. His motivation to influence people is particularly reflected in the desire to impose his own vision, his own solutions to problems. At the same time, he doesn’t feel much of a need to be closer with people. May avoid group interactions and gatherings, where due to nature of interaction there is no certainty that everything will go as intended. Seeks privacy to think over problems in solitude. Can spend a good portion of workday talking on the phone.
His business activity can lacking in dynamism due to his inclination to think and analyze first. But this only concerns situations for which he hasn’t already established workable patterns of behavior. In familiar situations he may spring to action, act in brash and audacious manner. If he wants to achieve anything, he usually does not stop trying until he reaches it. Very persistent and steadfast. Usually displays a responsible and conscientious attitude towards his assignments. In this regard, demanding of himself and others.
When establishing business contacts focuses on objective criteria. Judges people by the concrete results of their performance (efficiency, diligence, attitude towards their work) regardless of his own sympathies and antipathies. Aims to achieve competence and expects the same from others. Will avoid establishing partnership with people whom he deems to be incompetent.
Uncompromising, but compensates for this by strong sense of purpose and perseverance. Disagrees openly if the situation is not in his favor. Tries to disperse his opposition and draw them to his side. Achieves his goals by using a strategy of “shrinking iron loop”.
Main characteristics:
Performs well in solving tactical problems.
Can adequately fill the role of hierarchical leader.
When establishing business contacts focuses on objective criteria. Refrains from making emotional evaluations or letting his own emotions influence the situation.
Business activity is expressed in the persistence, focus, taking into account details pertaining to his work.
Interaction with subordinates often takes form of “trainer - students.” Independent initiative is not supported.
Achieves major results through the creation of sophisticated organizational structure.
Demonstrates commitment to the principles in business, often in a very formal manner.
Motives and goals: self-interest, profit and success of the organization through measured and consistent performance.
Attitude to the law: will verse himself in rules preemptively to not fall into trap and appear incompetent.
Strategy: maximum attention to productivity, little attention to the human factor.
Working conditions¶
The incentive for work of LSI is to achieve a high level of prosperity. He qualitatively and reliably performs work assigned to him, hoping at the same time that he will be paid by the merit. Since this type prioritizes concrete returns, it is best to motivate him to work with something tangible e.g. gifts, bonuses, etc. The LSI likes to work at a measured pace. Cannot tolerate jobs that require hurry, urgency, constant changes of plans. When he is rushed and required to rapidly change his course of action, he may flare up with anger. Likes it when he is entrusted with a specific, not very big assignment, such that he will have an opportunity to think it through in advance. Readily masters technological innovations that could facilitate his work. Can be inspired to do work by emotionally charged warnings about dangers and troubles that will follow if he doesn’t take action in a timely manner. Dislikes it when someone is interfering with him working, thus lowering the quality of his work. Seeks out environments where he won’t be distracted, but can work quietly and independently.
Recommendations for self-improvement¶
Your strengths lie in being realistic, careful, capable of following through with any project or activity you take upon yourself. You are a responsible person who doesn’t throw promises to the wind. You are characterized by a desire for order, discipline, clear rules and regulations. You are impatient of any kind of negligence and irresponsibility. Your thinking is realistic, grounded, guided by objective, concrete factors, not by sentiments. You can perform an in-depth development of specific areas of operations. You are assertive and purposeful. There is no doubt that you make a good administrator.
You also advocate of the use of disciplinary measures against people who are not performing their duties. Do not overdo with applying pressure to others. Try to first understand what constitutes a true instance of misconduct worthy of punishment. You may be too uncompromising in meeting high standards in the home and at work.
One of your main problems - lack of confidence in situations that require breaking the established views without clear prospects, distrust of unexpected ideas and proposals that require rejection of past values. In such cases you may be overtaken by a feeling of impending chaos. Try to abandon old outlived stereotypes after carefully weighing the pros and cons. Keep track of new, unconventional ideas so that they do not catch you by surprise.
Trust people more, don’t imagine causes of failures as someone’s deliberate machinations. Do not demand same performance out of everyone, remember that everyone has different abilities and talents. Try to develop a more individual approach.
If you are the leader, do not suppress creative initiative in your subordinates or try to monitor their every move. Do not seek to prove yourself by following every regulation and instruction, however obsolete. Extend your range of interests and hobbies, do not focus on one thing. Remember that the most advanced ideas of present times were not recorded in any book in the past.
Your other problem is occasional sharp variations and irregularities in your dealings with people. You display unnatural, abrupt transitions from showing kindness and sensitivity to manifesting authoritativeness. Remember that you have a tendency to show insensitivity and rudeness in close relations. Try to keep a moderately restrained attitude to not escalate possible misunderstandings and conflicts to dramatic resolutions. Do not consider that others are obligated to help you. Do not bore people with redundant moralizing and lecturing. Even if you are right, your didactic tone can make them shun you.