Social Profiles contain both a summary of an individual’s overall behaviour and his/her underlying strengths, potential weaknesses, degree of creativity, and sources of motivation.
Unlike other behavioural assessments that identify an individual’s preferences or traits, 4G evaluates the way in which people make sense of the world around them i.e., how individuals “Process Information”.
How individuals process the information they receive, as well contextualize and abstract their experiences determines which of the 16 different 4G Social Profiles applies to them.
Summary 4G Social Profiles
| Social Profiles in Social Group 1 | Social Profiles in Social Group 2 | Social Profiles in Social Group 3 | Social Profiles in Social Group 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Fe 1Fe’s are naturally enthusiastic and energetic Have strong communication skills and enjoy prolonged social interaction Will seek assurances that they he/she has been properly understood Places considerable value on those who help and assist them It is important for your colleague to feel at the centre of the action It is important for your colleague to work in a manner that lets them be creative May have difficulties embracing change or dealing with ambiguity | 2Fe 2Fe’s are people-focused, far-sighted and compassionate Possess strong communication skills and are able to hold an audience Are principled and ethical in his/her approach to work Persuasive, charismatic and able to convince others of his/her point of view Work needs to be consistent with his/her long-term values and goals Are able to identify opportunities and potential in new ideas Can neglect or ignore immediate issues or problems | 3Fi 3Fi’s are friendly, helpful individuals, who will ensure their responsibilities are met Are able to find problems and difficulties in proposals Often go out of their way to ensure the wellbeing of others Like to plan and prepare and have excellent organizational skills Are resilient and determined when facing obstacles or challenges Dislikes uncertainty or situations that are unclear or unfamiliar Benefits from an environment where people are calm and polite | 4Fi 4Fi’s are excellent at helping and assisting other people Are diplomatic, ethical and considered in his/her approach to work Maintains high standards and has good attention to detail Benefits from being given freedom or autonomy to develop his/her work Appreciates clear planning and a measured approach to work Are regarded as consistent and reliable by others May not be forceful or direct enough when facing obstacles |
| 1Ne 1Ne’s are idea generators and often propose radical and innovative solutions Enjoy developing specific expertise and understanding Are able to shed fresh light on existing problems Sees the hidden potential in people and new ideas Prefers a working environment that is unpredictable and varied Maintaining energy and focus can also be difficult May struggle with organization and performing routine tasks | 2Ni 2Ni’s are imaginative and naturally drawn towards new products or services Are forward looking and able to understand potential and risk in most situations Can raise morale and paint a positive picture of the future Strong communication skills and can easily empathize with others Encourages an informal and tension free atmosphere May be impetuous or not stick to the plan or suggested course of action Can sometimes struggle to focus on details or routine tasks | 3Ni 3Ni’s are imaginative and enjoy challenging conventional thinking Enjoys taking a contrary approach and debating ideas Are drawn towards propositions that offer large, significant returns Are adept at identifying commercial potential in new opportunities Economical and prudent with financial matters May not always consider the impact of his/her decisions on others Can neglect routine or mundane tasks | 4Ne 4Ne’s have excellent people skills and can handle awkward situations easily Displays optimism for his/her work and can transfer this easily to others Will defend and promote any groups that he/she is a member of Are quick and nimble in their responses to external activity Thrives on adventure, spontaneity and originality Enjoys wide ranging speculative discussions May need to put effort into organization, planning and attention to detail |
| 1Si 1Si’s value transparency and openness in the workplace Your colleague is low-key and consensual in his/her approach to work Enjoys sharing and disseminating new and relevant information Has a strong sense of visual or presentation issues Excellent at diplomacy and maintaining a neutral position Takes a balanced and informal approach to work Is able to maintain good relationships over long periods | 2Se 2Se’s are determined, resilient and sometimes impatient Are able to work quickly and efficiently Can quickly build up solid expertise in a particular area Rarely ruffled and can display high levels of self control under pressure Are adept at overcoming obstacles to progress Will be able to focus on commercial or other measurable outcomes Can be insensitive or rash in his/her decision-making | 3Se 3Se’s are strong personalities who enjoy being in positions of responsibility Encourages other people to show positive emotions Excellent motivators and passionate people Very determined and resilient in the face of obstacles Ensures that the end goal is realistic and attainable prior to starting work Seeks rapid returns and often search out direct challenges May struggle to see beyond short-term issues | 4Si 4Si’s are focused around practical and economic returns from his/her work Are able to extract the maximum value from situations Works at his/her best when given a free hand and independence Enjoy being in positions of responsibility and not afraid to make difficult decisions Place significant value on interpersonal relationships and requires positive feedback Has an eye for detail, design and presentation Can be abrupt and fail to read the signals from others |
| 1Ti 1Ti’s are analytical, experimental and enjoy developing his/her expertise Your colleague enjoys situations when given freedom and few constraints Are able to hold their interest for extended periods, refining and developing ideas Your colleague is meritocratic in outlook and dislikes excessive bureaucracy or strict hierarchy Encourages idea sharing and the application of people’s talents Is drawn towards situations requiring an alternative or innovative approach May not place much emphasis on presentation and design | 2Ti 2Ti’s are factually orientated and pay close attention to detail Relies on proven methods, techniques and approaches to problem solving Enjoys sharing knowledge and expertise with others Enjoys being in situations where complex obstacles or problems need to be overcome Strong organizational and administrative abilities Will work in a precise and controlled manner Dislikes situations that are uncertain or where logic and analysis can be deployed | 3Te 3Te’s are drawn to commercial issues; in particular ideas promising large returns Will spend time researching and exploring the practicality of new ideas Enjoys being in power and offering advice and recommendations to others Are able to work quickly and can often multi-task successfully Are optimistic and positive about long-term opportunities Can quickly over-extend his/herself or themselves too thinly Can be autocratic or insensitive to the needs of others | 4Te 4Te’s are adept at handling large amounts of data and analytical information Work quickly and efficiently, especially when under pressure Approaches goals and targets in a determined and direct manner Values transparency, consistency and competence in others Has an eye for detail and presentation Will look to bring order and stability and consistency to his/her working environment May struggle with situations that are ambiguous or uncertain |
