Leading Analysts: How to Fix the January Problem
Learn why Analysts may struggle after a holiday break (and how quick wins can help them regain momentum)
So your Analyst team members have been acting... differently since the holiday break. While everyone else shares vacation stories, they’re unusually quiet, maybe even frustrated.
Don’t worry – there’s a simple explanation for this behavior, and better yet, a clear path to helping them regain their momentum.
We’ll explore what this post-holiday slump looks like for Analysts as a group, then dive into specific “quick wins” for each type – INTJs (Architects), INTPs (Logicians), ENTJs (Commanders), and ENTPs (Debaters).
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But first – wondering if you have any Analysts on your team? Here are the key signs to watch for. 👇
How to Spot an Analyst Team Member:
They ask “why” more often than “what” or “how”
They challenge established processes, seeking logical justification
They show visible frustration with emotional or intuitive decision-making
They naturally gravitate toward the most complex problems in any project
They tend to work independently, even within group settings
They respond better to logical arguments than emotional appeals
Still not sure about a team member’s personality type? Use our free type-guesser tool to guesstimate it.
When you’ve spotted your Analyst team members, keep reading to discover exactly how to help each type secure their perfect early win and kick-start their momentum. 👇
The Analyst’s Post-Holiday Struggle: Getting Their Mental Gears Turning Again
After the holidays, Analysts can struggle in a way that’s different from your other team members.
While most people come back from break needing to get back into their work routine, Analysts are more likely to be frustrated about getting their mental momentum back.
It’s like they’ve had to pause a complex chess game mid-strategy, and now they’re irritated about having to reconstruct their entire thought process.
You might notice them being more withdrawn than usual or perhaps more critical of everyday processes. They’re not being difficult – they’re just trying to get their mental gears turning again.
While others might be chatting about their holiday adventures, your Analysts are likely trying to tune out what they see as “distracting” social activities so they can focus on rebuilding their mental frameworks.
Want to help Analyst personalities bounce back? Here’s how:
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