Core Belief Profile 8
The Boss Elephant
Core Belief Profile 8
The Boss Elephant
Core Belief Profile 8
The Boss Elephant
Role Description
Considered the ‘powerful person’ as they are personally assertive and seek to control their immediate environment.Their view is that the strong survive and the weak do not. Their self-concept is that of a defender of the weak.
They focus on being strong and powerful in response to an unjust world. They do this through dominance of their personal space and of the people within this space. They use confrontations with others to establish the truth, and they focus on the weakness of others and their own strengths to control over their environment.
The basic assumption is that any weakness will be used to control them – just as they try to use the weaknesses of others to control them.They are assertive because they seek to protect themselves and others to gain respect while also hiding any weakness or vulnerability that may lead to betrayal and injustice.
They desire intensity in all things. Moderation is death, and if something is good, then they can’t get enough. They crave satisfaction and when something desirable comes to mind, they are not particularly aware of the consequences of what they say or do. Once the goal is set, obstacles seem minimal and they want it in the most expedient way possible.
Intensity is created when they believe they are being taken advantage of. It also creates a sense of urgency, cleverness and strength of will.
They have different circles of people they can trust and love. To people within that circle they appear as great caring warriors who will do anything to protect the weak within the group. To those outside the circles, they can appear aggressive and abrasive.
Power and control.
Justice and injustice.
Deceptions and manipulations.
All or nothing polarities.
Whatever demands action right now.
Being weak, vulnerable, uncertain or dependant.
Losing the regard of people they respect.
Control and dominance of their space and of the people and things in their space.
Taking direct action and facing conflict head-on.
Protecting the weak and innocent.
Gaining respect by being strong and just.
Want to see the big picture and how the parts relate.
Want a balance of theory and application.
Want clarity, focus and a defined structure in establishing the learning environment.
Want to move quickly to the substance of the material after a brief initial opening.
Impatient with people who lose focus.
Want energetic and lively learning situations; no tolerance for boredom.
Doesn’t want to feel confined; likes to be able to get up and move around.
Do ensure that you always turn up when you are expected to.
Do articulate yourself confidently. CBP8s appreciate news straight up and to the point.
Do give the CBP8 your respect. They want respect for being a substantial figure, not a petty functionary.
Do provide explanations for problems in black and white terms. CBP8s have little tolerance for subtlety or philosophical context.
When disagreements arise, do ask yourself, ‘Is this clause essential to the deal?’ If it is, then explain to the CBP8 that it is a deal breaker and be prepared to back it up. Do you really need this fight? If not, close the deal without that element.
Do realise that they will always prefer that you tell them straight away when they are making mistakes or making you mad. Avoiding holding on to your anger and resentment, or ‘hinting’ when something is not right.
Too worked up
Overcharged
Don’t complain about barriers or obstacles. They do not want to hear your excuses – they want results.
Do not waffle or spend time ‘setting the scene’. Do not embellish. Start with action.
If a CBP8 gives you a verbal ‘tongue lashing’, do not simply blast back. Standing up to them (which CBP8s respect) is very different from raising the stakes (which gives the CBP8 no option but to try and annihilate their opponent). Instead, acknowledge their power but also remind them of your own.
Check the details before you retaliate. Feeling taken advantage of is not the same as actually being taken advantage of.
Choose your battles. Constantly ask yourself ‘is this fight worth it?’
For many people your threats and tirades are not effective, no matter how much you may enjoy putting it on them.
When giving instructions, be very specific about the behaviour that will satisfy your expectations.
Find ways to use others’ talents and give them a sense of ownership and empowerment rather than just being a hired hand.
