Components - Four Possible Patterns

In reviewing any of the Birkman Components, there are four common patterns that might be generated. We have listed, as an example, the combinations here for Self-Consciousness (formerly Esteem) with the approximate percentage of the population that will show each pattern, as well as some narrative descriptions for how to understand these patterns.

Each of the other Components will have two of the same patterns:  Lower/Lower/Lower and Higher/Higher/Higher. 

Then, the other two patterns on each Component will either be:  Lower/Higher/Higher and Higher/Lower/Higher OR Higher/Lower/Lower and Lower/Higher/Lower.

Usual/Need/Stress	%	Description
Low/High/High	70%	Candid and direct in their usual style but have a need to feel the genuine respect and appreciation of others in return. Under stress may become sensitive and easily embarrassed.
Low/Low/Low	10%	Direct and straightforward and prefers others to be frank and unevasive in return. Under stress may become blunt or inconsiderate.
High/High/High	10%	Sensitive and tactful and have a need to feel respect and appreciation from others in return. Under stress, may become evasive and lose self-confidence.
High/Low/High	10%	Are generally serious and diplomatic in their usual style but prefer frank and direct communication in return. Under stress may become overly sensitive and self-conscious.

Issues impacted by the Self-Consciousness Component:

• Managing performance problems and performance reviews
• Awareness of feelings and special needs of others
• The use of candor as an interpersonal tool
• Dealing with sensitive or tough business issues