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Mental Models

Green Behavior

Green behavior is a personality trait centered on helping others, fostering harmony, and demonstrating empathy. Notable examples include Mr. Rogers, Gandhi, Michelle Obama, Jimmy Carter, and Jesus.

THE IDEA

Conclusions on Green Behavior

Okay. Do you have any Greens in your family? Highly likely.

Mr. Rogers, Gandhi, Michelle Obama, and Jimmy Carter are some well-known people with elements of Green. And, yes, Jesus. There’s a guy who knew how to help others.

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Blue Behavior

When to use it

  • Leading a team with a focus on collaboration and empathy

  • Providing customer service that prioritizes customer satisfaction over speed

  • Resolving conflicts by seeking win-win solutions

  • Coaching or mentoring others with a supportive approach

FROM THEORY TO EVERYDAY LIFE

In practice

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Well-known Greens

Mr. Rogers, Gandhi, Michelle Obama, Jimmy Carter, and Jesus are cited as examples of individuals with strong Green behavior elements.

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A MOMENT TO REFLECT

Put it to work.

  1. Who in your life exhibits Green behavior? How do they make you feel?

  2. In what situations might Green behavior be more effective than other behavioral styles?

  3. How can you cultivate more Green behavior in your own interactions?

Connected ideas

Another lens can bring the same problem into focus.

CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION

Source texts

  • Surrounded By Idiots (Thomas Erikson)
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