Laid Back
The Laid Back Core Driver reflects the low pole of Extraversion’s Proactivity sub-facet.
Description
Laid Back individuals are easygoing and content to let life unfold without rigid goals. They prefer harmony over competition and are relaxed about work and ambition.
Strengths
Comfortable letting others take the lead
Cooperative and supportive team players
Value balance in life beyond work
Limitations
May appear unambitious or lacking confidence
Tend to be unclear about goals or direction
Risk of not fully appreciating the importance of deadlines or effort
Team and leadership style
Laid Back individuals often play the role of a “Supporter.”
Focused on helping rather than dominating
Well received for their relaxed, easygoing nature
Contribute to group harmony
Risk: Their tendency to avoid competition and stretch goals may limit progress. They may need reminders to match teammates’ effort and occasionally demonstrate their value explicitly.
Driven
The Driven Core Driver reflects the high pole of Extraversion’s Proactivity sub-facet.
Description
Driven individuals are ambitious, competitive, and goal-oriented. They like to take charge, move quickly, and are energized by bold objectives.
Strengths
Highly motivated and ambitious
Natural leaders who set direction and goals
Bring focus, energy, and momentum to teams
Limitations
May be seen as dominant or overly competitive
Risk of focusing too much on their own goals
Can overlook collaboration, feedback, or shared credit
Team and leadership style
Driven individuals often play the role of a “Navigator.”
Provide clarity of purpose and motivation to others
Thrive in leadership roles that involve responsibility and goal-setting
Push teams to achieve more
Risk: They may set unrealistic goals or become frustrated with slower teammates. Remembering that not everyone shares the same pace or appetite for stretch goals is essential.