Portrait+of+a+Collaborator

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=Portrait of a Collaborator Reflection= After having analyzed and reflected on my personality, I am ready share how I am suited to be a librarian, a.k.a. collaborator!

=Reflecting on My Personality= According to the Jung Typology my personality type is ISFJ, sometimes referred to as the “Protector Guardian”. In decreasing order, my ratings indicated that my personality leans towards feeling (75), introversion (44), judging (22), and sensing (12). After responding to the Hartzell Needs Assessment I have discovered that I seek out, in descending order, Affiliation (50%), Achievement (33%), and Power (17%).

My results from both personality assessments show consistency. The high marks in Jung’s category of “feeling” relate to Hartzell's need for “affiliation”. I feel that this is an accurate description of who I am. I am often concerned with the emotions and needs of others around me. Observing how others are feeling and what they need can be a strong asset to a librarian who needs to be both a team player and an educator. I tend to be introverted in large crowds, but feel that I “come alive” when in small groups and/or partnerships, such as those often encountered in the library.

I like to make plans and goals, but am not afraid to make spontaneous decisions that will improve a lesson, collaboration, or other situation. I find this thought out, but flexible, approach leads to achievement. With this achievement comes a strong sense of accomplishment. I work diligently to be successful and feel a thrill when I have “conquered” a difficult task. Despite my love of achievement, I do not strive to have total control, or power, over a situation. Instead, I prefer teamwork, believing that the sum is greater than its parts!

Works Referenced
Hartzell, G.N. 1994. //Builders Influence for the School Librarian//. Worthington, OH: Tinsworth. //Jung Typology Test//. Human Metrics, 1998-2011. Web. 25 Jan 2012. .