Emotions: Displays competence; is restrained and cautious
Goal: Stability; predictable accomplishments
Judges others by: Precise standards
Influences others by: Attention to detail;accuracy
Value to the organization: Is conscientious; maintains standards; controls quality
Overuses:  Procedures and "fail-safe" controls; overdependence on people‚ products‚ and processes that have worked in past
Under Pressure: Becomes tactful and diplomatic
Fears: Antagonism
Would increase effectiveness with more: Role flexibility; independence and interdependence; belief in self-worth 

Perfectionists are systematic‚ precise thinkers and
workers who follow procedure in both their personal and work lives. Extremely conscientious‚ they are diligent in work that requires attention to detail and accuracy. 

Because they desire stable conditions and predictable
activities‚ Perfectionists are most comfortable in a clearly defined work environment. They want specifics on work expectations‚ time requirements‚ and evaluation procedures.

Perfectionists may bog down in the details of the decision-making process. They can make major decisions but may be criticized for the amount of time they take to gather and analyze information. Although they like to hear the opinions of their managers‚ Perfectionists take risks when they have facts that they can interpret and use to draw conclusions.

Perfectionists evaluate themselves and others by precise standards for achieving concrete results while adhering to standard operating procedures. This conscientious attention to standards and quality is valuable to the organization. Perfectionists may define their worth too much by what they do and not by who they are as people.

As a result‚ they tend to react to personal compliments by thinking‚ "What does this person want?" By accepting sincere compliments‚ Perfectionists can increase their self-confidence.