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What does it mean?
An action-oriented person feels uncomfortable when forced to think instead of acting.
In plain terms
People who prefer doing things feel unhappy when they have to sit and think instead.
What can you take from it?
Actors dislike being forced to contemplate.

Where it applies

  • decision making
  • leadership
  • self-awareness

Putting it to work

  • recognize your thinking style
  • schedule action after thought

Questions to consider

  • Are you more action or thought oriented?
  • How do you handle forced downtime?

Another view

Some action types can learn to enjoy reflection.

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