Of-course driver-style people are as sensitive as anyone else, but they prefer to hide their feelings and emotions from others in their continuous attempts to be seen as strong and in control of the situation. They however always seem to be on a mission. Often, they hide their empathy behind a stern and guarded façade, and their friendliness will surface only after the task has been successfully completed. This is not to say that they have no emotions or empathy. They do not hesitate to make fast or tough decisions, even if and when contrary to the desires of others.ĭriver-style people may come across as overly task oriented and cold or aloof, especially when under pressure. Driver-style people prefer a demanding work environment in which they can define their own purpose and goals and orchestrate the results. They are clearly facts-focused rather than feelings-focused in fact, Driver-style people dislike the display of emotions, certainly on the work floor.ĭriver-style behavior is perceived as direct, forceful, and competitive it is a fast paced, results oriented style. They subconsciously value all of this over making time to establish personal relationships that go beyond the task. Driver-style people respond well to timely follow-up, attentive listening, rational reasoning and factual support, and to solutions that reflect an understanding of their personal goals. People with the Driver-style are motivated by a sense of purpose, and they prefer to be seen as in control of any situation, competent, knowledgeable, forceful, strong-minded and self-confident.ĭriver-style people seem to always have clear objectives and they tend to create a sense of urgency, even when in the eyes of others urgency is not required. For Driver-style people concrete goals and tangible results are essential.