Karen Lorena Palacios

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Karen Lorena's NeuroColors

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Karen Lorena's NeuroColors in Detail

Cautious / Measured

Concrete / Structured

Inventive / Future-Oriented

Curious / Energetic

Systems Thinking

Tough Minded / Direct

Empathetic / Inclusive

Contemplative / Contextual
Rethinking Introversion and Extroversion
Conventional wisdom says extroverts are outgoing and introverts are reserved. This is not always
true. You may have an Outgoing or Reserved communication style. However, communication style
is separate from Introversion and Extroversion - which refer to where you gain the most energy and
how you recharge. See your approach below.

= you
Energy Source

Extroversion - Energized by being around others

Introversion - Recharges by being alone or having time to reflect
Behavior

Reserved - Slower to reveal emotion or opinions, self-contained and composed

Outgoing - Friendly and socially confident, communicative and responsive
Overview of Karen Lorena's Style
Karen Lorena's NeuroColor traits:

The "what's next" fascinates Karen Lorena. She's always on the lookout for new ideas and
opportunities. She is an insightful thinker who likes to cross-pollinate ideas. She may take a
concept or approach from one discipline and apply it to another in a fresh and surprising
way. She likes action and variety. She wants to feel passionate about the projects she takes
on. Karen Lorena has a knack for finding the silver lining and is able to see the good, even
during challenging times. When Karen Lorena listens to others, she isn't just going through
the motions. She pays attention and retains the essence of their thoughts long after the
conversation. She prefers to rely on her intellect rather than her intuitive sense of how things
will go.

Karen Lorena is an introvert who may be more reserved among people she doesn't know
well. While Karen Lorena enjoys interacting with others, she tends to recharge more quickly
when she has an opportunity away from others to reflect on her thoughts and ideas. Karen
Lorena likes it when her day strikes just the right balance between connecting with others and
having enough quiet to regroup. She prefers to make sure that she is fully informed before
taking a definitive stance on an issue. She often speaks up more when conversing one on
one, or in situations where she is very familiar with others in the room.

If she has reservations or concerns, she is much more likely to share them one on one or
when with a smaller group. She is comfortable with a less orderly, unconstrained and
spontaneous approach to discussion. She is approachable and easygoing. She isn't easily
upset by the things people say. If a discussion becomes tiresome and fails to hold her
attention, Karen Lorena may change the topic to one that interests her. If she doesn't see
eye to eye with someone, she still wants to understand their viewpoint and disagree in a
respectful manner.
How Karen Lorena Works:
How Karen Lorena Realistic when estimating how long something will
manages time: take.
Sees value in taking time to ideate and explore new
ideas.

Karen Lorena's Repetitive tasks can feel mind-numbing without

approach to something to pique her interest.
processes and Can easily transition to new methods and ways of
procedures: doing things.

What others should She may reach a decision more quickly if she knows
know about how which options you've already ruled out - and why you
Karen Lorena eliminated them.
works: Engage her by telling a story or sharing a joke
before moving to more serious topics.

Working with Stress:

Possible causes of Lack of variety; nothing new or interesting.
stress for Karen Excessive focus on the negative; not enough
Lorena mention of everything that has gone well.

Karen Lorena's Can't think as broadly.

likely stress Feels sudden urgency to complete a project but
behaviors: may lose focus before seeing it through.

Solutions that may For extreme stress, take a break and try applying a
reduce Karen damp washcloth - warm or cold - to her face or neck
Lorena's stress: for several minutes.
When stressed at the end of the day, turn on sounds
of nature for 10-15 minutes - the lapping of waves,
wind gently rustling leaves or any other natural sound
that she finds restful and restorative.
How to Communicate With Other Colors:
Here are suggestions that may help you more effectively communicate with and influence
individuals who have a high level of the following color:
Blue:

Work out details more before presenting your idea - so they focus on your main point and
not on what's missing.
Dial down the intensity.
Give them time to adjust when your ideas are a radical departure from the norm.
Share success stories and concrete examples if a similar idea has been effective
elsewhere.

Red:

Be clear and forthright about what you want to achieve.

Show slightly more restraint even when you are excited about an idea.
Be clear so they understand exactly where you stand or what you want from them.
Be ready for them to challenge your ideas and remember that it's not personal.

Yellow:

Show more enthusiasm and energy than you might normally - get them excited about your
idea.
Relax and have fun with the conversation.
Start with the most engaging topics but don't stop without discussing the most important
ones.
They appreciate that you listen to them - don't be offended if they don’t always return the
favor.

Green:

Don't just try to sell your idea to them; inspire them or share information that is genuinely
helpful to them.
They want to be agreeable; be sure to specifically ask for their concerns about your ideas.
Make sure in your mutual quest to be sensitive that you also agree on a plan of action.
Make them feel important with eye contact; ignore the other interesting things that are
happening around you.
Improving Communication:
Fine-tuning your communication skills can help you get your point across more easily and
become a more receptive listener to the ideas of others. Knowing yourself is as important as
knowing your audience. Consider the ideas below.
How Karen Lorena m ight im prove her com m unication effectiveness:

Provide more than her bottom line opinion; explain her reasoning.
Leverage her natural tendency to listen - nod, smile and encourage the speaker.
Be proactive in offering her creative solutions; they may work and/or spark others' thinking.
Be sure to provide enough detail and data - others may need more than she does.
Repeat the other person's main themes; if they feel heard, they may be less intent on
getting their point across and more open to listening.
Find out what the other person likes and values and make sure her message ties to their
goals.