Monkeys
Primary Instinct: Enjoyment
Monkeys are driven to have fun and enjoy life. They are good at vocalizing and naturally find enjoyment in all they do. Monkeys look for ways to make life enjoyable, not just for themselves, but for everyone around them. They are often the life of the party and very admired for the carefree way they live their lives.
They are very affectionate and like physical closeness with those they love. Monkeys are fun to be around and their positive outlook can be infectious. They are quick in decision making and lead with their hearts, not their heads. They are spontaneous and may surprise you, making quick changes.
Monkeys are good workers but can get distracted, especially if they aren’t challenged. They need flexibility and don’t like others placing limits on them. They are not just social lightweights and are creative at coming up with new ways of doing things. Monkeys like to be noticed and like to be praised.
Identifying Monkey Tracks
Talents:
- Positive outlook
- Spontaneity
- Showing affection
- Communication
- Making others feel good
Challenges:
- Quiet down-time
- Long-range planning
- Organizing
- Weighing alternatives
- Loyalty in times of adversity
Keys for Monkeys to build relationships with others:
Jungle Cats
Cats like to be in charge, so when dealing with Cats, divide up the tasks and make sure they feel like they have input and some control over their environment. Don’t take what they say personally—you will get pushback because they have strong opinions and won’t hesitate to share them. Watch their interaction with other animals to make sure they aren’t creating some emotional problems with people they deal with. Ask for their help because they have great vision and will see how to move a project along.
Jungle Cats
Cats like to be in charge, so when dealing with Cats, divide up the tasks and make sure they feel like they have input and some control over their environment. Don’t take what they say personally—you will get pushback because they have strong opinions and won’t hesitate to share them. Watch their interaction with other animals to make sure they aren’t creating some emotional problems with people they deal with. Ask for their help because they have great vision and will see how to move a project along.
Bears
Don’t get frustrated when they don’t communicate or seek out your company. Bears go about their work quietly and without need for interaction. They don’t react well to pressure—don’t back them into a corner; you won’t like the results! Give Bears specific instructions and tell them what’s in it for them. They are logical and respond well to gentle, logical persuasion. Give them their space—don’t micromanage them or they withdraw. Watch their body language and ask open-ended questions, then wait for a response. Be comfortable with silence.
Horses
Understand Horses are emotional and lead with their hearts, not their heads. Be patient and don’t expect them to act too quickly. Respect their innate moral compass and trust in their gut reactions. Remember they are very driven to please and need to make a personal connection. Don’t just talk about business, but show interest in them personally. They also need a pat on the back and feedback that they are doing well. Remember, a little criticism goes a long way.
Horses
Understand Horses are emotional and lead with their hearts, not their heads. Be patient and don’t expect them to act too quickly. Respect their innate moral compass and trust in their gut reactions. Remember they are very driven to please and need to make a personal connection. Don’t just talk about business, but show interest in them personally. They also need a pat on the back and feedback that they are doing well. Remember, a little criticism goes a long way.
Other Monkeys
Remember Monkeys are very verbal and you will get feedback from them whether you want it or not. Give them short-term goals and build follow-up steps to keep them on track. Monkeys are great at multitasking but can get off track if they are not challenged. Let them have fun and use them to create a lighter, more enjoyable environment for everyone! They are emotional and enjoy playful teasing (keep it appropriate). They need flexibility and interaction with teammates.
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Jungle Motives: Building Healthy Relationships Through Personality
