Difficult conversations are inevitable. Whether in personal relationships, at work, or in society, we all face moments where perspectives clash and emotions run high. Too often, empathy falters, and walls go up. In a time when division seems to be encouraged to a point of crisis, our culture and workplaces have an urgent need for […]
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In the world of workplace behavior and communication, the Behavior Style model is a powerful tool for understanding how people interact, make decisions, and handle tasks. Many organizations use Effectiveness Institute’s Behavior Style model to identify the four patterns of Controller, Analyzer, Stabilizer, and Persuader. These categories help individuals and teams understand their behavior tendencies,
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We recently posed this question to multi-cultural, multi-lingual global leader and Certified Delivery Expert Patrick Ghielmetti, who has delivered People Skills in more than 50 countries over the past 7 years. Here is his compelling answer. Thank you, Patrick, for taking the time to share you insights and experience with us. We are grateful for
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We recently interviewed Theresa Little, Talent Development Manager at McKinstry, to find out why they chose Effectiveness Institute’s People Skills program as part of their core content. Thank you, Theresa, for allowing us to interview you. We are grateful to be a part of the outstanding work of McKinstry and their excellent People Skills Certified
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How well do you recognize and adjust to different behavior styles in others? Over the past few weeks, we’ve been discussing simple strategies to help you adapt your approach based on the behavior patterns you observe in those around you. For instance, it’s easy to spot when you’re interacting with someone who’s relationally focused. These
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When you are interacting with someone, what behavior are you seeing, hearing, or reading? These clues give you a good idea of whether flexing your behavior a little could be helpful (and it often is). Learning how and when to modify our behavior to better connect and work with others is the goal of People
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The goal of People Skills assessments and training is to learn how to modify your behavior (i.e., rotate your iceberg) to improve relationships and outcomes. Do you know someone who prefers to carefully think through things before making decisions or taking action? They often speak thoughtfully to make sure they say only what is correct
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One of the most important skills we teach in People Skills is the importance of modifying your behavior (i.e., rotating your iceberg) to make a better impact on others. But what are some practical ways to do that? When you are interacting with someone who tends to think, act, decide, and often talk quickly, here
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You are invited to join us at one of our two upcoming virtual Facilitator Summits (same agenda, two different dates) on October 4 and 10 from 11:00-12:30 PT. The Summits will be co-hosted by Certified Delivery Expert Dana Pratt and Effectiveness Institute President George Myers. The purpose of these summits is to build community by connecting with
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We are excited to announce a new partnership with Reality Break Escape that combines an enlightening escape experience with a Behavior Style Assessment. Enhance collaboration, improve communication and watch individuals discover their strengths and how they rely on each other (or not) as they work together to unravel the mystery and solve an exciting escape game!
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We’ve recently made multiple posts about how each behavior style has a central, core value. This doesn’t mean that value is limited to one style—they are often shared by all styles. They’re also not the only core value someone might have, but they usually take the spotlight depending on their style preference. For those with
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In two earlier posts on values, we discussed how each style has a specific core value. This doesn’t imply exclusivity to one style alone—these values are often embraced across all styles. Additionally, while they may not represent the only core values an individual holds, they typically take precedence based on their style preference. For those
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We’re excited to offer a free “try before you buy” experience, giving you a taste of the high-quality content and insights we provide. Visit our website or follow the link below to take a quick Behavior Style profile. This will give you a snapshot of your preferences and, even better, you can invite your team
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In our previous post about values, we shared how each style has one core value. This doesn’t mean these are just for one style—they’re often shared by all the styles. They’re also not the sole core value someone might hold, but they tend to get top billing based on someone’s style preference. Individuals with a
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In ethics and social sciences, our values reflect how significant we perceive something or an action to be. While some values are commonly shared, the level of importance and how they’re understood and shown can vary widely among individuals. In the realm of behavioral styles, there are four core values, each corresponding to a particular
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What do you think of when you see this grid? Some people view this visual as a tool for understanding an individual’s personality. Some see a model they have seen before, possibly many times. Some just see four different colored boxes. For me, this is: However, I also recognize how it can be: It’s essential
After nearly a year of dedicated effort, we are thrilled to announce our brand-new assessment platform is now live! You may have already received updates about this exciting development, but if not, we assure you it’s a change worth noticing. Our new console is not only more intuitive and mobile-friendly, but also comes with improvements
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Reducing Tension-Reaction in Analyzers Knowing how to handle tension reactions with the different Behavior Styles can be tricky. We recently talked about how Analyzers tend to withdraw when they feel stressed. So, how can we support our Analyzer colleagues, friends, and family members when they’re under pressure? A key insight is understanding that Analyzers prioritize
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Reducing Tension-Reaction in Stabilizers Stabilizers value harmony deeply, often avoiding conflict by agreeing outwardly even when they may not agree internally. This approach, while well-intentioned, can strain relationships. How can we help our loyal, friendly, and supportive Stabilizer coworkers, friends, and family members when they start acquiescing during tense moments? Here are a few effective
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Reducing Tension-Reaction in Persuaders We’ve talked about how folks who lean towards the Persuader behavior style tend to get super chatty when the heat is on. Sometimes, it feels like they’re coming at you full throttle. So, what’s the game plan when your coworker, boss, or teammate is verbally going off? Step one: Listen up.
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We’re thrilled to announce our new assessment platform and the refreshed appearance of our Behavior Style Self and 360 assessments. This marks a significant milestone in our commitment to providing enhanced user experiences and valuable insights for professional and personal development. With the rollout of our new platform, we’ve tweaked a couple of our assessments
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To share our excitement and celebrate the launch of our brand-new assessment platform, we’re offering a 50% discount on all store materials for the next two weeks! Use the code platform!
