I have often heard people referred to as having Type A personalities, but for a long time I didn't understand the meaning of the term. Type A behavior is consistent with a person who is aggressive, ambitious, competitive, task-oriented, and always on the move (Ivanchevich p. 257). Type As are sometimes referred to as "control freaks" (Stone). Individuals with Type A behaviors work very hard to achieve the most in the shortest time possible; they often finish people's sentences due to their explosive way of speaking; they are impatient and may become irritated if put in situations where they have to wait as they consider it a waste of precious time (Ivancevich p. 257). Type As prefer things done their way, with little regard for people who see things differently than they do, and take control of situations whenever possible, even when there is an appointed leader (Stone). The best way to address Type A behavior is to give these individuals the recognition they seek without empowering them (Stone). Type As unconsciously fear receiving the kind of treatment they use on others, so acknowledging their efforts will usually appease them (Stone). Type B The opposite of Type A behavior is known as Type B behavior. This person is relaxed, patient, steady, and good-natured (Ivancevich p. 258). Type B personalities go with the flow of things and usually don't worry about time pressure or other people's pressures (Ivancevich p. 258). Type B individuals are confident and may have a good deal of drive, but they work at their own pace (Ivancevich p. 258). Type B personalities love to win, but they don't get stressed if they lose. Type Bs are also thoughtful and often think about other things and find... middle of the paper... if. Type Bs are also thoughtful and often think of others and find ways to help out when they can (Type A). In the story "The Tortoise and the Hare", the tortoise was relaxed and took his time to achieve his goal, while the hare was aggressive and ruthless. The same comparison can be made with B types such as the Tortoise and with A types such as the Hare. Type B behavior, while not wrong in itself, can be a source of stress for others in the workplace who do not exhibit the same type of behavior (Ivancevich p.253). According to my research, the best way to address conflicts arising from behavioral differences is to educate individuals about their differences in order to bring awareness and cohesion (Gordon). The manager's need to recognize the basis of employee personality in order to better educate and develop them as an integral part of the workforce (Gordon).