CASTS - Controller
The Controller are people who care about autonomy and being in charge of making decisions. They're at their very best when they feel they're in the driver's seat.
The Controller are people who care about autonomy and being in charge of making decisions. They're at their very best when they feel they're in the driver's seat.
The Survivor is one of the easiest identities to misread. These are people shaped by challenge. Their main driver isn't achievement. It's validation.
Stars are driven by significance. They want to feel seen, valued, and recognized for who they are and the impact they make.
Academics want to understand things. They value logic, clarity and getting to the right answer. Confidence alone won’t build trust with this group. They want to see the thinking behind your recommendation.
Now let’s talk about the Team type. These are people who care deeply about connection, alignment, and belonging.
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