Oranges are by nature caregivers and caretakers. Caring for and about people are what give their lives meaning. This drive is so strong in Oranges that they’ll instinctively put the needs of others before their own. You’ll not find another personality type who is more loving, solicitous, and concerned about the basic or emotional needs of others than Oranges. They’re the most family-oriented of all the personality types, and they see their role within the family as being the peacemaker. Both male and female Oranges are traditional when it comes to family, and they’re driven by the need to create and preserve family traditions. They’re the “let’s get along” people.
Oranges have a strong sense of community and need to be involved in activities that will directly benefit all humankind. It isn’t uncommon to find Oranges taking positions of leadership in community projects or organizations if they believe their involvement will have an impact. However, it’s interesting to note that while Oranges will take a leadership position in service organizations, they’re generally resistant to taking leadership positions within the business community. Oranges see the business environment as hostile and unconcerned with the emotional needs of its people.
In the workplace, Oranges are natural administrators. They’re good at dealing with people because they’re effective in gaining support and cooperation from others. And, at the same time, they’re skilled in communicating with others how tasks need to be done. The role Oranges will often take in the workplace is to position themselves to be the hub of information so that people will rely on them. Oranges strive to create an atmosphere of harmony and are always looking for ways to get more people involved so no one will feel left out. However, if the team lets them down, Oranges will feel taken advantage of and abandoned, and they’ll react aggressively and strongly.
Oranges are worriers. They worry about anything and everything. They’re like mother hens, always fretting and wanting to protect their chicks. As a result of their tendency to worry, they live with a constant low level of anxiety. They also struggle with time and find it difficult to balance their time between family and other activities. For Oranges, there never seems to be enough time in the day to get everything done, and definitely never enough time to take care of their own needs.
Orange Personality Overview
Needs
- A conflict-free environment that promotes cooperation
- Supportive associates
- Appreciation for what they give and all they do
- Stability and financial security
- Strong support systems
- Group approval/team participation
- Minimal changes in their lives
- Structure/security
- Harmony and balance
- Compliant relationships
Emotional Needs
- Open lines of communication so they can share their emotions
Key Strengths
- Loyal, devoted, and sensitive
- Considerate, cooperative, and understanding
- Generous with time and resources
- Competent and dependable
Key Weaknesses
- Inability to ask for what they need
- Emotionally vulnerable and needy
- Emotionally explosive and unpredictable
- Unable to deal with sudden changes and surprises
Primary Fear
- Fear of abandonment
Annoyances
- Being taken for granted and having their good nature abused
Causes of Stress
- Conflict
- Overloaded schedules
Motivations
- Material/off-time incentives
- Recognition for a job well done
- Rewards that benefit the family or group
- Following the rules
Ten Observable Traits
- Cooperative
- Social
- Generous
- Caring
- Emotional
- Traditional
- Apprehensive
- Moody
- Devoted
- Guilt ridden
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