My Johari Window Model was done with two friends, one is a close friend, while the other is a friend I met not long ago. The results are surprising! In this blog post, I will be diving into my views on the results. Here are the 2 Johari Window Models.
Is this an accurate presentation of myself ?Are there any area(s) that you are surprised by your friend’s perception of you?
Looking at the model done with my new friend, the top-left box of the Model contains qualities I would like to portray to someone new in order to make a good first impression. These are positive traits that I know and other know. Personally, I believe it seems a little superficial like I am just putting on a façade to impress this person. This is because there are traits here that did not appear in the same box when the model is done with someone close to me. Hence, I believe that there are certain traits I would like others to think of me, but to someone I am much closer to, I do not possess these traits.
One example is the trait “Extroverted”. With someone new, they believe I am extroverted. In fact, I believe so too! However, with someone I am close to, they believe that I am not extroverted, but actually introverted, which is a complete opposite trait. When I first saw this stark difference, I was really confused. My impression of introverts look somewhat like this:
Personally, I do not usually go to such extreme lengths to avoid people. In fact, I do enjoy being around people. However, after more self-reflection, I agree that I might actually be slightly more introverted than extroverted. My reason is that when meeting new people, I do tend to do well in small talk and am able to continue conversations well. Despite that, this is only true when it’s a one-to-one setting. If I were to be in a group setting with unfamiliar people, I would prefer to be a listener instead, only responding to others when probed, but not initiating a full-on conversation with the entire group. I found this tendency of mine to be quite interesting. It seems like my close friend is able to point out something that I barely even noticed. It really made me think about how different I am to a close friend versus to someone new (which is what the Johari Window is for!).
Usefulness for self-awareness and communication in a team
The additional knowledge I have gained from knowing how others perceive me definitely made me reflect and think about myself from a third-person point of view. Sometimes, it is important to take a step back and really analyze what kind of impression we leave on others. Understanding their perceptions allows us to identify areas for personal growth and self-improvement. It’s fascinating to see how my actions and words can be interpreted differently by those around me, leading me to become more conscious of my behavior and its impact.
In a team setting, I would definitely be more mindful of fostering open and clear communication. By being aware of how my words and actions are received, I can adapt my communication style to ensure effective interaction with my teammates. Acknowledging diverse perspectives and actively listening to others’ feedback can promote a positive and collaborative environment. Furthermore, this newfound self-awareness can significantly benefit the team’s dynamics. By being more attuned to my strengths and weaknesses, I can play a more constructive role within the group. Leveraging this knowledge, we can delegate tasks more effectively, ensuring that everyone’s skills are utilized optimally.
Overall, the combination of self-awareness and improved communication can lead to a more harmonious and productive team environment, where individuals feel valued and understood, and collectively work towards achieving shared goals.
In conclusion, the Johari Window Model has provided me with valuable insights into how others perceive me and how I see myself. This self-awareness has empowered me to improve my communication on a personal level, as well as in a team setting. Understanding and embracing these discoveries have become essential elements in my personal growth.
References:
1st GIF: https://tenor.com/view/funny-introvert-gif-19539184
2nd GIF: https://www.buzzfeed.com/genamourbarrett/things-you-know-if-youre-an-extrovert-but-also-a-little
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6 responses to “The Johari Window”
Hi Sin Yu, it was great reading your post. As a new friend, I certainly have seen inclinations of both extroversion and introversion, albeit more on the extroversion side of the spectrum, which would line up with your findings according to the Johari Window model you did with your new friend! After reading your post, perhaps the pool of adjectives may not concisely represent a person’s personality, and could use an update such as “ambivert” to describe personalities like yours. I think it is great that you are both extroverted and introverted, I believe such a trait is helpful in adapting to all social situations, a “jack of all situations” if you will. Great post, looking forward to the next one already.
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Hi Sin Yu. I do believe that close friends will know more about us than new friends. I think it is relatable that we might act a bit differently when we are around new people. Maybe people with a lot of social battery will be more extroverted and as the battery depletes they will slowly turn into an introvert. I find your blog very insightful and has gained a deeper understanding on usefulness for self-awareness in team settings. I think it is very important for us to do self reflection. I enjoyed reading your blog and will be looking forward to reading your next blogs.
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Hi Sin Yu, I do agree with you that the model may not be the best at portraying you at the first meeting. However I feel that this is what brings about and sparks conversation topics for both topics. Through sharing the different perspectives, you can understand where the other party is coming from. This allows feedbacks and improvements on your characteristics. In my opinion, this was what I found the most interesting about the Johari Window. That being said, I truly enjoyed your blogpost. Looking forward to the next post!!
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Hi Sin Yu! It is nice reading through your blog! I believe the same way as well being superficial, putting a façade just does not feel right and can be quite tiring to keep up. You are not the only one who feels introverted in group settings as I do the same as well. Having several perspectives of what others think about you gets you to think about yourselves more! “I… am complicated” Hahahahaha. I do think in a team setting, the improvement in self-awareness could really be greatly beneficial in communicating with others. I am sure you have an excellent time with groups with the increasing self-awareness you have gotten from the Johari Window Models acquired from your friends! Very insightful blog! Thank you and take care! Cheers!
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Hi Sin Yu! I think it has been a few times that I commented on your blog posts HAHA! I feel like you are an extrovert after reading the few blog posts including your introduction one, so we can say that this Johari model is quite different depending on the people you close with or not. For me, the scenario is different from yours, as both of my friends’ opinions are almost the same. Besides upon that, I really find your blog posts insightful and helpful to me to have a better understanding of the subject. Looking forward to your future posts as well.
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Hi Sin Yu, please believe that some traits you think are superficial may be untrue. I do not doubt that there may be a divergence in the way your close friends see you and a newer friend, however, that may just be due to the different levels of intimacy. Just like how you tend to hold a baby with lesser force than usual, I would think that treating newer people with a more careful attitude would be wise. Some people may have their ticks and when exploring new friendships I would say that it is better to err on the side of caution instead of treating them as you treat your close friends. Thus, there will naturally be some traits that your new friend sees in you that your
close friends would not. Nevertheless, it may be desirable to have consistency in the ‘open area’ too. I agree that this exercise can serve as an awareness of how we act and it would make the self-growth journey a smooth one.
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