The most human person

It’s time to talk about people of the Green vector. In previous articles, when discussing the five psychological vectors, I often spoke about a tendency toward leadership, but Green people have no connection to power. You could even say that this vector is quite distant from business, yet without it, business life would be exceptionally dull.

Beauty Will Save the World

Recognizing a Green person is not difficult. These individuals always stand out in a crowd due to their appearance, as they dress beautifully and harmoniously. It doesn't matter if they follow the whims of fashion or develop their own style — either way, their look immediately catches the eye.

If you remember, when I talked about the Brown vector, I emphasized its extreme neatness in clothing. However, neatness is not the same as beauty; it's simply a desire for order. Green people, on the other hand, can make even chaos beautiful.

Naturally endowed with a variety of artistic talents, Greens have a refined sense of beauty and can create it not only in clothing. Whether it's website design, a promotional brochure, window displays, customer service point decoration, or bringing joy to a dull or strict office space — all of this can be entrusted to a Green employee, and you can be sure of excellent results. Just don’t dare argue with them about beauty or question their talents — sensitivity is also an inherent trait of these individuals.

Indeed, Greens strive to decorate and make everything around them in everyday life attractive and memorable. Many items at their home or workplace serve no other purpose than to please the eye of their owner, and at the same time, everyone around them. Unlike the highly practical Oranges or the relatively frugal Browns, Green people are often willing to spend a significant amount of money on a charming trinket, regardless of its usefulness. This is because, for the Green vector, the external aspect of things (events, phenomena, people) is sometimes more important than the internal one.

For several centuries, global industry and the service sector have been leveraging this "green" quality. Manufacturers long ago realized that if you carefully wrap "something" in beautiful packaging, you'll find plenty of buyers who don't really need that product or service. Or they do need it, but not enough to buy it today, or at that price. By the way, the other seven vectors don't "fall" for "beautiful packaging," so if a product isn't intended for Green people (there might be such products), making it visually appealing is pointless from a business perspective.

This heightened attention to the external side of things manifests in all areas of a Green person’s life. A slightly messy table setting can ruin their appetite for a long time. If a job candidate shows up for an interview with a stain on their suit, they won’t be hired by a Green HR manager, no matter how talented they are. And, of course, the most wonderful product won't be purchased by a Green person if it has an unpresentable appearance or even minor packaging defects. It’s no secret that many people spend quite a bit of time admiring their purchase before putting it to practical use.

A Green person’s car also becomes a canvas for decoration: drawings on the body, numerous toys and pictures in the interior, and of course, no tinted windows — otherwise, who would see all this beauty?

However, the main platform for expressing the artistic abilities of a Green person remains their own appearance. This explains their love for mirrors, which should be present in every room, constantly confirming that they look fabulous. After all, their main need is to attract the attention of others, whose compliments the Green person always expects, regardless of gender or age.

Reason and Emotion

However, it’s probably not for these beautiful traits that people appreciate Greens, especially in business relationships. Their more important virtues are their exceptional intellect and erudition, which can only be rivaled by representatives of the Blue vector. Yes, indeed, no Reds with their sharpness or Oranges with their impeccable logic, no Browns with their analytical minds or Violets with their unmatched intuition can compare to the Green vector in terms of knowledge across various fields, breadth of perspective, and excellent memory. This is why Greens are indispensable in areas where the ability to work with information is essential. Add to this their high-speed thinking and attention to detail, and it becomes clear that we owe them our gratitude for the creation of any intellectual product.

Still, the most important feature of the Green vector is their emotional qualities. These individuals are always kindly disposed toward others, tactful, delicate, and empathetic. They possess a strong sense of empathy (the ability to feel others’ emotions), and thanks to their innate artistic nature, they adapt well to a wide variety of people. Moreover, Greens can easily switch between different communication styles in various life situations, and they do this without inner strain, but naturally and spontaneously.

Greens make excellent sales consultants: they are ready to patiently and empathetically listen to customers, and their faces always display genuine interest in the conversation. Sometimes they can sense a customer’s desires so well that they immediately know what to offer them, even if the customer hasn’t fully formulated their needs. Of course, for a vibrant and emotional product presentation, the Yellow vector is also needed, which is why the "Yellow-Green" combination is key when selecting staff for such positions.

Thanks to their kindness, Greens are skilled at diffusing conflicts, whether within the organization or externally, such as with dissatisfied clients or partners. The only issue in these situations might be their innate sensitivity and tendency to take offense: Greens often respond to insults with tears — not quiet, restrained ones, but dramatic and unhidden. This inability to internalize hurt actually benefits their health (since they don't accumulate negative emotions), but in the tough world of business, this behavior, especially in front of a callous boss, might lead to dismissal.

Due to their sensitivity and caring nature, Greens sometimes become a "shoulder to cry on" for others, as many people love to offload their personal problems onto someone who will empathize with them as if they were their own.

In theory, Greens could work on customer service hotlines, but the lack of eye contact with the person they’re talking to — a crucial element for the comfort of a Green — might lead to quick burnout.

The Main Problem

Despite their sensitivity, the most serious problem a Green person faces in business communication is not their vulnerability, but their inability to say "no." For these kind and empathetic individuals, refusing someone is an almost insurmountable task, and less scrupulous colleagues often take advantage of this. Moreover, Greens frequently feel guilty, even in situations where there is no reason for it. This is why they become easy targets for manipulation by others, especially Reds, Oranges, and Violets.

Cynical bosses often claim that financial incentives aren’t necessary to motivate such employees. Their favorite tactic with Green subordinates is quite simple: heap praise on them in front of everyone, maybe give them some flowers, and then casually add, "We’ll be working all summer without weekends," or "There won’t be any salary bonuses." As a result, the unfortunate victim dutifully goes back to work, justifying the boss’s actions both to themselves and to others.

Even in favorable conditions, Greens often end up being led by others due to their impractical nature. Many of them are so idealistic and detached from harsh reality that they struggle to take care of their own well-being in difficult circumstances. A Green person needs someone nearby who can provide for them and create an environment where they can fully engage in creative or intellectual work. In such a case, they can fully realize their potential. If life takes a different path, however, a talented Green person risks becoming an unrecognized genius, creating only for themselves. Many Greens, despite receiving excellent education, remain underappreciated simply because they don’t know how to make practical use of their vast knowledge.

Leadership and Subordination

The delicate emotional nature, inability to refuse, tactfulness, and sensitivity make Green people poorly suited for leadership roles. Their leadership qualities are minimally developed; instead, they excel as performers (within their areas of expertise) and tend to adapt rather than influence others. When resolving disputes, if a compromise cannot be reached, they align with the leader or the majority, as they are unable to defend their own opinions or withstand psychological pressure. For a Green person, the fear of being in a marginal position or excluded from the team is significant. In this regard, they are the exact opposite of the Red and Violet vectors, for whom being outside the group is a more natural state.

The only tool Green people have for manipulating those around them is tears, but the use of this in a business environment is, unfortunately, quite limited.

Greens have the lowest level of aggression among all eight vectors, which makes it difficult for them to act firmly or apply pressure when needed.

Many successful businesspeople with well-developed Red, Orange, or Brown vectors have a problem they carefully hide: even outstanding leaders can have a Green vector. For these individuals, firing an employee or making other unpopular decisions regarding subordinates can be an extremely difficult task. At best, they delegate this responsibility to a deputy, and at worst, they handle it themselves — but if only others knew the toll it takes! Sleepless nights, health issues, and depression are real-life experiences shared by some of our clients — exceptional leaders who happen to have a highly developed Green vector.

For subordinates, having a boss with a Green vector is a real gift. Such a leader is empathetic, willing to understand difficult situations, and often shows almost parental care for their employees. Unlike the “Red” leadership style, which focuses on maximum efficiency even at the expense of individual careers, the "Green" style is much more humane and compassionate.

It may seem that the Green vector primarily reflects feminine traits, and this is because it is often dominant in many women. A great example of a man with a dominant Green vector is the character played by Vladimir Menshov in the film "Where Is the Nofelet?" — an intelligent, kind-hearted, and sensitive person, yet, unfortunately, not well-suited to the conventional role of a man.

And Once Again About Appearance

There are a few more distinctive traits we can add to the description of Green people. Their physique is often slender (or at the extreme, delicate), and their eyes tend to stand out for their size and expressiveness (often accompanied by glasses or contact lenses). Green women (and men, too) frequently look younger than their years and have a penchant for wearing jewelry — numerous rings, bracelets, and earrings often featuring large, round elements. They are also fond of artistic, colorful tattoos. Green individuals adore all kinds of accessories to decorate their clothing or personal items, and they tend to prefer light and joyful colors in their wardrobe, particularly various shades of green.

Their handwriting is neat and elegant, much like how model students (typically girls) write in school. The letters may have flourishes or decorative touches, and their signature is often a small work of art. In both speech and writing, they enjoy using colorful expressions as well as diminutive and affectionate forms of words.

When Communicating with Green People, It's Important to Keep in Mind That:

they tend to prefer a greater physical distance compared to other vectors, so avoid standing or sitting too close to them;
they do not absorb information well through auditory means; they need to see everything with their own eyes;
logical problem-solving isn't their strength, as their thinking is mostly visual and imaginative;
for physical comfort, they require a warmer environment; they can sometimes feel cold even in summer (it's common for Greens to have cold hands, feet, and other body parts);
don’t insist on feeding them at a large table spread — Greens typically eat very little. Unlike Yellows, they prioritize not the quantity or variety of food, but the beauty of the table setting and the romantic ambiance;
due to their sensitive internal organization (even on a physiological level), they cannot tolerate strong alcoholic beverages. However, they sometimes enjoy light, expensive cigarettes, which can accentuate their elegance.

That's an interesting observation...

Marking off a task from a written plan: different approaches by different people:

Green: They will circle it neatly;
Yellow: They will enclose it in an oval;
Brown: They will either box it in a square or strike it out carefully with a straight line;
Orange: They will place a cross next to it;
Red: They will put a checkmark or strike it out, but in a very careless manner;
Black: They will cross it out so hard that they create a hole, or simply tear off the piece of paper with the written word;
Violet: They are unique even here; they will first meticulously redraw all the letters in the words to make them completely unrecognizable, and then cross it out using any known method. This technique ensures that the information cannot be read by outsiders.