Managing a High I in Projects – Leading Energetic, Social, and Visionary Personalities

Show Notes - Managing High I Personalities in Projects The Integrated Leader Podcast | Season 3, Episode [#] Episode Overview: In this episode, Lauren dives into strategies for managing High I personalities in the workplace, especially when it comes to leading them on projects. High I’s are known for their energy, creativity, and big-picture thinking, but they can sometimes struggle with the details and follow-through. If you’ve worked with High I’s, you know they bring an infectious enthusiasm and drive, but they may also need extra guidance to stay on track. Lauren discusses how to keep them engaged, motivated, and productive while still holding them accountable without overwhelming them. Key Takeaways: 1. Delegate with Creativity: • Give High I’s a chance to add their creative spin to tasks. • Instead of a rigid assignment, ask how they envision the task coming together. 2. Set Clear Expectations and Check-Ins: • High I’s need clear, but flexible expectations. • Set realistic deadlines and check-in regularly, but make it feel light and engaging. 3. Break Down Big Tasks: • High I’s can struggle with execution if the task is too big. Break it down into smaller, manageable steps to keep them on track. 4. Engage Through Positive Reinforcement: • Celebrate progress, even small wins, before asking for updates. • Keep check-ins brief, engaging, and motivational—avoid being seen as a micromanager. 5. Visual Tools for Progress: • Use progress boards, dashboards, or checklists to keep High I’s engaged and focused. • Visual tools can help them track progress while making the process fun. 6. Encourage and Acknowledge Success: • Recognize milestones and celebrate achievements to reinforce good habits and keep motivation high. Mentioned in the Episode: • DISC Model – A framework for understanding behavior styles in the workplace. • Progress Tools – How visual tools like dashboards and checklists help High I’s stay engaged. Subscribe and Share: If you found this episode valuable, please subscribe and share it with another leader who might benefit from these insights. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s episode, where we’ll dive into managing High S personalities—those dependable team members who are steady and focused on harmony but sometimes struggle with quick decisions and change. Thanks for listening! The Integrated Leader Podcast #Leadership #ProjectManagement #TeamBuilding #HighI #DISCModel #TheIntegratedLeaderPodcast