ANALYZER
Analyzer to Controller
Both Analyzers and Controllers focus more on what is being done than who is doing it or how they feel. Key differences are the desire for details and time for making decisions. Controllers assume you understand the context for tasks and can get frustrated with conversations that focus on the how, when and where details. Make sure you keep your questions about context and details to a minimum. When you need to ask questions or present information keep it as brief as possible. Remember, they prefer statements about what you think over questions about what you should do. They prefer action over discussion. If a meeting is scheduled for 15 minutes and they believe everything that needs to be discussed to act has been covered in 5 minutes, the meeting should be over.
Analyzer to Persuader
From a Behavior Style perspective, Persuaders and Analyzers are opposites. The Persuaders natural enthusiasm, verbal expressiveness and figurative tendencies when communicating can all be frustrating for Analyzers. However, these tendencies are also clues to how to communicate most effectively with this Behavior Style. To be effective, reduce the amount of details and data you focus on and be more willing to express your thoughts and emotions. This may seem superfluous to you, but it is helpful for Persuaders as talking and thinking are closely connected for them. There will be minimal need to ask them questions to find out what they think and feel. However, you might not get the information you need so ask questions as necessary but be specific and brief. Do not give them many details or lengthy context. They live in the present moment, and talking is like taking notes, so they will interrupt if you are not brief. At the end of the interaction, make sure you let them know how much you appreciate them.
Analyzer to Stabilizer
Two things that will make communication easy with Stabilizers is your shared desire for context (i.e., the how and why behind a task or request), and time to make sure decisions are carefully considered and fully informed. However, Stabilizers prefer a more relational approach to interactions so be willing to take a little time to make a personal connection before discussing the task. Even though Stabilizers have a similar commitment to producing high quality work, they tend to be motivated more from a desire to give you what you need and less from your tendency to make sure the work is accurate. For this reason, a sense of personal recognition and appreciation for their efforts is helpful.
Analyzer to Analyzer
Analyzers prefer to focus the conversation on the details of the tasks that are being worked on and the process involved. Since Analyzers have a high need for accuracy, recognize they will evaluate any information you share. Since you also place a high value on accuracy this can trigger defensiveness and each of you may feel inclined to turn the attention towards the accuracy of your own information. Analyzers value integrity so it is more productive to ask questions about their research and knowledge than recognize or talk about the quality of your own information.
