Selectors are the most convergent of the styles. They like to reach conclusions and are motivated by getting to the end destination.

When collaborating, Selectors can be trusted to make the tough calls. They don’t feel it as a burden on their shoulders.

Because Selectors want to choose the best way forward, they need to clarify the wider context and will always keep the bigger picture in mind. This is especially helpful when others are busy diving into the details.

Selectors set the strategic space within which Stimulators can generate fresh ideas and come up with different solutions.

Stimulators provide fresh perspectives for Selectors to consider, which complement their existing decision-making criteria.

Selectors add logic and reasoning to the intuitive ‘finds’ of the Spotter, and help filter them down to the best ones.

Spotters provide a contextual vision based on underlying principles which helps Selectors frame their decision-making.

Selectors can tell Sculptors when the optimal ‘shape’ of an idea has been reached so they don’t keep polishing things up.

Sculptors add value to Selectors by finding ways of improving the weaker elements of an idea to reach the best possible solution.

Selectors make the task of the Supporter easier as their decisions give the team a sense of achievement and focus.

Supporters encourage Selectors whenever they are seen as the ‘bad guys’ who like to close things down.