Some are built to build processes and systems that enable the organization to succeed. Without inspirational leaders on a team, mission can feel mechanical and purpose can feel cold. An inspirational leader excels at investing in people and inspiring people for action. While a directional leader leads with the strength of the idea or the mission, an inspirational leader leads with relationships. Without directional leaders on a team, purpose and direction will wane over time. A directional leader is driven by purpose, values bright and helpful ideas, and is determined to push things forward. Clarity is the gift a directional leader gives to an organization. Some are wired, and feel most comfortable, providing directional leadership. Based on my observations, here are the leadership personalities of each color. Based on the people on my team (our colors are really diverse), I have learned to appreciate more the leadership effectiveness of people wired differently than me. It would be a mistake to think that only a “red” can lead a team. A “blue” is precise and deliberate, and a “green” is encouraging and sharing. The tool focuses on the strengths of each personality type, while also giving insight into the potential downsides of each.Ī “red” is strong-willed and purposeful, a “yellow” is enthusiastic and persuasive. Though there are variations of each color (based on your secondary color), the tool helps team members know their towering personality when it comes to serving on a team. Our Auxano consulting team often uses the tool when consulting with churches. The tool is validated and has proven helpful to our team in serving and communicating with one another. With our leadership team, we use the Insights Discovery tool to help each other understand our unique personalities.