Nicole Grant Kriege of The Bold Italics dissects the techie stereotypes of the workplace into ten categories.
From the Founder to different managers and developers to newbs, Kriege strategically outlines each position's specialties, preferred reading material, weaknesses and hobbies while also including their workplace nickname as well as where they would rather be.
Stereotypes exist everywhere, from the schoolyard to the workforce, and although these generalizations may not apply to everyone, they are definitely a more amusing and exciting job description than the typical formal addresses. Whether one is a bacon lover, enjoys screaming at the TV, likes lightsabering or would rather be organizing their ugly sweater drawer, there is definitely one or more techie stereotypes here that one can relate to, more or less.
Interweb Workplace Personas
The Techie Stereotypes Chart Dissects and Analyzes Office Identities
Trend Themes
1. Techie Stereotypes - Opportunity to create products or services that cater to the preferences and hobbies of different techie personas in the workplace.
2. Personalized Job Descriptions - Opportunity to tailor job descriptions to reflect the unique characteristics and interests of employees in order to increase engagement and satisfaction.
3. Workplace Identity Analysis - Opportunity to analyze and understand the different workplace personas to improve team dynamics and collaboration.
Industry Implications
1. Human Resources - Opportunity for HR professionals to develop strategies for attracting and retaining diverse talents by understanding the preferences and hobbies of different workplace personas.
2. Product Development - Opportunity for product developers to design and create innovative products that cater to the unique needs and interests of different techie personas.
3. Team Building - Opportunity for team building professionals to use workplace identity analysis to foster a more inclusive and collaborative work environment.