Perceiving Personalities: Maximizing your potential by recognizing personality traits in yourself and others

Perceiving Personalities: Maximizing Your Potential by Recognizing Personality Traits in Yourself and Others introduces a practical framework for Higher Education administrators to better understand students and colleagues through four observable personality styles: Connectors, Planners, Movers, and Thinkers. The presentation argues that recognizing these traits enhances communication, reduces conflict, and strengthens advising effectiveness.

Through student scenarios and case studies, the presentation demonstrates how personality awareness can guide advising strategies, helping administrators adjust their practice to meet students where they are. Ultimately, the session reinforces that understanding personality differences leads to more empathetic, efficient, and impactful student support