High C Conscientiousness people are reserved and task-oriented.
They need procedural actions.
Note
I give no guarantees about the success of these moments of dignity . Success depends on the invitee, the situation, the timing, etc. However, every moment of dignity in front of bystanders is an invitation for the bystanders to support you. The support probably won’t come immediately, but it probably wouldn’t come at all without an invitation.
Sincerity is necessary for any moment of dignity to be effective. Insincerity could create backlash.
Physical Moments Of Dignity
Stand or sit in face to face positioning, but keep your distance and make direct eye contact.
Do not touch them until they touch you.
Give them time to finish tasks at their slower pace.
Mental Moments Of Dignity
Include them in planning rules and procedures, then put everything in writing.
Give them procedures in writing.
Provide facts and ask about their thoughts.
Emotional Moments Of Dignity
Be formal, not personal.
Never surprise them.
Tell them what you like about their work.
Stress Relief
Alone time
What They Want To Hear
“Good work on…”
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