As brief and concise as possible:
1 - Most NTs old school bosses think that plowing ahead and "just getting busy" are the preferred methods. I prefer to work smarter, not harder. I try to find more efficient methods for results. I also believe in prevention and response, over reaction.
2 - Some bosses have described me as "lacking urgency". Because of preferring method and cool, I am sometimes seen this way.
3 - NTs and folks like us define productivity differently. We think in results: getting the job done. Making the kill. Their def. of productivity is "appearing productive". They observe with first impressions and emotion: If you look busy and you are making social exchanges with them, they view you as productive.
4 - I am nice, but not overly congenial or warm. If something happens to someone, I am not the most comforting person. I am supportive, but I'm not good at "mothering" or nursing wounds when ill things happen. I am more soldier and diplomat than anything else.
5 - I find that the 90s were a great time for Aspies or HFAs. Results mattered most; EQ less.
6 - EQ matters more now. If you are connecting socially with a boss, they will perceive you as being more invested in your job. I can still do twice as much, but not be recognized by most NTs.
7- I often suggest ideas to my bosses, that IMO would boost productivity and efficiency. Ways to keep our staff fresher, keep things in order. Bosses often reject the ideas wholesale. I've learned that NT Bosses don't like taking suggestions. It's better to make an anonymous tip, or suggest something to someone you know will listen (powerful Ally) and parse the suggestion through them.
People like us may do better in jobs where results matter more: Do A, B and C objectives - finished.
Or maintain and watch A, B, and C -certain tech jobs, librarians, police, courier.
Work from home/online
Or we could become our own bosses, which is something I am very fond of and considering.
20 Dec 2007, 11:30 am
