Being HELPFUL
How might you be HELPFUL today?
Does it differ dependent on who you’re helping?
Do you have a team member who is always HELPFUL?
HELPFUL is one of the popular STRENGTHS measured in Relationship Intelligence (RQ) using the SDI 2.0 assessment.
HELPFUL is defined as I give assistance to those who are in need, and it’s heard daily in the workplace.
Yet, it will show up differently. For different reasons.
STRENGTHS are behaviours we use in our relationships – by choice in every interaction.
When leading people who deploy the HELPFUL STRENGTH – please don’t dismiss their HELP or appear distant and do lean in to discuss their feelings about being able to HELP others.
Acknowledging people’s effective application of their STRENGTHS enables them to flourish.
Consider how you might use HELPFUL in these specific four relationships:
Colleagues – to show empathy for their situation or help them overcome obstacles
Crew – to help them rise above their challenges or to contribute whatever is needed in the moment
Clients – speed up the process to provide service or ensure they feel better
Chiefs – so they’ll help me when I need it or they can focus on what’s most important for them
Whilst this is a popular STRENGTH, it is one that quickly causes angst or leads to conflict. Although your intent of HELPFUL is positive, the receiver may feel hindered or smothered.
I’ll be transparent here, HELPFUL is a low STRENGTH and I don’t often apply in the workplace. Don’t get me wrong, HELPFUL appears with my family and friends and I know I go overboard and smother my kids! They tell me too often that I do things for them that they do not want or need.
Today I’ll be HELPFUL if I can assist you with a complimentary online SDI 2.0assessment to measure your Relationship Intelligence.
What are we likely to see as your top STRENGTH?