140 Why a green and a yellow may clash and what to do about it.

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Welcome
Hello and welcome back to the Treat Your Business Podcast! I’m Katie Bell, and today I’m flying solo for a little mini episode that dives into a brilliant question from one of our coaching clients. If you’re a leader who needs to be liked and sometimes finds those tough conversations a bit daunting, this episode is especially for you.

Episode Summary
This week, I’m unpacking what happens when your leadership style, especially if you’re a classic “yellow” like me - meets a team member with a completely different vibe, like a “green.” I’ll walk you through a real-life scenario from a client who’s just welcomed a new physio to her team and is already feeling the clash of personalities and communication styles. We’ll talk about colour profiling, strengths testing, and why your values-led culture matters more than ever when onboarding new staff.

Key Takeaways
✨ Everyone brings a unique communication style and energy to the team, and that’s not only okay, it’s essential for growth.
✨ “Yellows” (the visionaries and cheerleaders) thrive on warmth, connection, and harmony, while “greens” value order, routine, and deep one-to-one relationships.
✨ If you’re feeling a disconnect with a new team member, it’s not about fixing them, it’s about mutual understanding, setting clear expectations, and allowing time for trust and rapport to build.
✨ Boundaries aren’t a red flag, they’re often a sign of strong values and self-awareness.
✨ Onboarding should be structured, values-led, and include regular check-ins, weekly at first, then moving to biweekly and monthly.
✨ Your job as a leader is to be a bit of a chameleon, adapting your communication to suit the person in front of you, without losing sight of your own values or expectations.
✨ Don’t be afraid to have direct, open conversations. Conflict doesn’t have to mean confrontation, it’s about clarity and honesty.

Resources & Links
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Final Thoughts
Remember, culture is everything. As you get clearer about your values and who you are as a leader, you’ll spot who fits and who doesn’t. Don’t be afraid of change, and don’t shy away from those honest conversations. The strongest teams are open, transparent, and built on shared values.

Thanks for tuning in to this short, bite-sized episode. I’ll see you back next week for more strategies, tools, and mindset shifts to help you transform your clinic into a thriving business. I

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