Personality Matters Blog

Posted 21 June 2024 by
Kevin Wood, Global Marketing

Take 3 For the Sea Case Study

Charity team handles switch to remote work using MBTI insights

Posted 18 June 2024 by
Melissa Summer

All About Extraversion – New Podcast Episode

In this episode of The Myers-Briggs Company Podcast, we’re joined by Catherine Ellwood. Catherine Ellwood is an Occupational Psychologist with over 18 years’ experience in people development.

Posted 22 May 2024 by
Kevin Wood, Global Marketing

Talking psychometrics with the Start, Scale, Grow podcast

Talent selection, remote working, and psychological safety are among the topics covered on the Start, Scale, Grow podcast with consulting psychologist Cameron Nott

Posted 20 May 2024 by
Lucy Bellec, Trainer with The Myers-Briggs Company

What motivates different people?

Leaders need to be able to motivate their people—but how? In this extract from Psychology of Leadership, Lucy Bellec explores the complexities of motivation

Posted 23 April 2024 by
Kevin Wood

How sustainable do you think you are?

New research from The Myers-Briggs Company shares how MBTI® personality type affects views on sustainability and environmentally-focused organizations.

Posted 17 April 2024 by
Kevin Wood, Global Marketing

Well-being, Stress, and Resilience – New Podcast Episode

Season 3 of the podcast! In episode 1, chartered occupational psychologist Melissa Hill dives deep into well-being and resilience.

Posted 21 March 2024 by
Ralph Kilmann

Resolving Internal Conflicts

Part 4/4: Can the TKI model help with internal conflict? Ralph H. Kilmann, co-author of the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI®), shows which mode works best

Posted 08 March 2024 by
Melissa Summer

MBTI-centered Leadership Development Helps 16,000 Nurses Improve Patient Care

In hierarchical workplace environments like those found in the healthcare industry, leadership and communication skills can often be overlooked as a determinant of patient care in favor of processes, resource allocation and effi-ciency of operational systems.

Posted 04 March 2024 by
Ralph H. Kilmann

The Big Picture and Conflict Management

Part 3/4: Using a Big Picture model, Ralph H. Kilmann, co-author of the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI®), shows how to evaluate and manage conflict

Posted 28 February 2024 by
Ralph Kilmann

The Avoiding Culture in Organizations

Part 2/4: Ralph H. Kilmann, co-author of the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI®), tries alternative TKI questions to get the true picture about the avoiding culture in organizations

Posted 15 February 2024 by
Global Marketing

Can MBTI training help a criminal justice organization function better?

New case study shows role of MBTI® self-awareness in organizational reform

Posted 13 February 2024 by
John Hackston, The Myers-Briggs Company

Key Workplace Trends of 2024 Affecting Talent Development

Six areas to explore in the year ahead.

Posted 13 February 2024 by
Ralph H. Kilmann

Cultural norms and conflict modes

What are cultural norms and how do they affect how people manage conflict? Get in-depth insights from Ralph H. Kilmann, co-author of the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI®), on the nuances of using and interpreting the TKI instrument in this blog.

Posted 29 January 2024 by
Vanessa Bradford

How Australia Post used MBTI personality type to build trust and increase productivity

Managers have a lot on their plate – from exceeding customer expectations to taking care of their employees. This blog explains how sales and operations managers at Australia Post improved company success by using the MBTI personality assessment to build trust and collaboration.

Posted 29 December 2023 by
Melissa Summer

Myers Briggs Test Online

How can you take the famous Myers Briggs test online? Is it the same as the MBTI test? Learn more here.

Posted 28 December 2023 by
Melissa Summer

World Introvert Day: Introversion in-depth

Can you be an extraverted Introvert? What’re the differences between Introverts? Do ambiverts exist? Does Introversion look different in different cultures? In honor of World Introvert Day, listen to this podcast episode that dives into Introversion in-depth with MBTI expert and chartered psychologist John Hackston.

Posted 27 December 2023 by
Melissa Summer

The MBTI® Step II™ Assessment - Uncovering the DNA of personality type

What is the MBTI Step II and what are facets? Learn more about uncovering the DNA of personality type in this blog.

Posted 21 December 2023 by
Kevin Wood, The Myers-Briggs Company

Can you be an extraverted Introvert?

Why introverts can be louder than you expect.

Posted 29 November 2023 by
Kevin Wood, The Myers-Briggs Company

How to use the MBTI assessment with the Strong assessment

Learn where interests and personality type combine to improve career planning.

Posted 20 November 2023 by
Global Marketing

Why knowing your personality type is critical to a growth mindset

If people think ability is innate, it could be holding them back.

Posted 20 November 2023 by
Global Marketing

Should personality assessments be used in hiring?

How to decide if and when to include personality assessments in the selection process.

Posted 16 November 2023 by
Global Marketing

How personality type affects team performance and job satisfaction

New research sends clear message to team leaders

Posted 07 November 2023 by
Melissa Summer

The Psychology of Leadership

What're the psychological factors that contribute to great leadership? How is active self-awareness helpful to leaders? Listen to this episode with leadership expert and business psychology consultant Cameron Nott to learn more.

Posted 03 November 2023 by
Kevin Wood, The Myers-Briggs Company

Why self-awareness is not enough

Business psychology experts weigh in on leadership and people development in organizations.

Posted 23 October 2023 by
Kevin Wood, The Myers-Briggs Company

People have forgotten how to work with each other

Our consultants share the workplace trends and topics they’re hearing about.

Posted 18 October 2023 by
Melissa Summer

Career Transitions and Job Fit

What’s the best way to approach career transitions? How are these transitions different during early, mid and end career stages? Listen to this podcast for all things career.

Posted 03 October 2023 by
Global Marketing

Why and how innovative organizations welcome conflict

Effective conflict management is a pillar of high-performing organizations.

Posted 21 September 2023 by
Vanessa Bradford, Contributing Writer

Uncover the (in)visible elements of team success

There are many psychological factors that affect team success. This article helps managers and leaders understand how those factors affect performance – and why the MBTI personality assessment is one of the best opportunities for growth.

Posted 19 September 2023 by
Melissa Summer, The Myers-Briggs Company

Parenting and Personality Type

How does your MBTI personality type affect your parenting style? What’s the best way to parent a child who has different personality preferences from yours? Listen to this episode of The Myers-Briggs Company Podcast to find out!

Posted 15 September 2023 by
Vanessa Bradford, Contributing Writer

Leadership wake-up call: how’s your team’s orientation?

In the workplace, there are hidden elements that can make or break team success. This blog post helps managers and leaders understand the importance of team orientation – and the role inclusive leadership plays in boosting it.

Posted 07 September 2023 by
Vanessa Bradford, Contributing Writer

To build better teams, start by building trust

At work, there are hidden elements that can make or break team success. This blog post helps managers and leaders understand how inclusion – and inclusive leadership – cultivates the trust and psychological safety that teams need to be effective.

Posted 05 September 2023 by
Kevin Wood

The worst thing about teams? Poor leaders

New research explores team performance, job satisfaction, and the role of personality type

Posted 23 August 2023 by
Melissa Summer

Targeted Leadership Development and Succession Planning through CPI 260 Certification

The CPI 260 assessment enables HR and talent development professionals to find and develop high-potential employees, making it an essential tool for your investment in employee training and development.

Posted 22 August 2023 by
Melissa Summer, The Myers-Briggs Company

Working Across Cultures

What are the biggest challenges people face working across cultures? Listen to this episode of The Myers-Briggs Company Podcast with Frank Garten, cross-cultural expert and global leadership trainer to learn how to mitigate cultural challenges and improve communication.

Posted 17 August 2023 by
Melissa Summer

Enhancing communication in teams

In this post we explore practical strategies for improving team communication and recommend tips to improve how team members interact on the job.

Posted 09 August 2023 by
Kevin Wood, The Myers-Briggs Company

Can you pick up 3 pieces of litter?

How micro habits are key to the environmental mission of our new charity partner, Take 3 for the Sea

Posted 07 August 2023 by
Melissa Summer and Kevin Wood

Unlocking Team and Leadership Potential through FIRO Certification

In the ever-evolving landscape of HR and training and development, organizations are recognizing the significance of assessments in unlocking individual and team potential. Among these assessments, the Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation™ (FIRO®) assessment stands out as a powerful tool for team development and leadership growth.

Posted 07 August 2023 by
Melissa Summer

Awards Spotlight: The Myers-Briggs Company

At the beginning of this year, The Myers-Briggs Company was notified of multiple awards it had won from various agencies, recognizing our excellence and effort in areas from psychometric testing and measurement to social and environmental impact as an organization.

Posted 03 August 2023 by
Melissa Summer

Overcoming team communication challenges

In this post, based on an interview with Myers-Briggs Professional Services Principal Consultant and Depth Psychologist Dr. Marta Koonz, we discuss communication in teams, the psychological needs of teams, and their impact on collaboration.

Posted 25 July 2023 by
Melissa Summer

Psychological Needs of Teams

In this episode of The Myers-Briggs Company Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Marta Koonz, Principal Consultant for The Myers-Briggs Company, as she walks us through insights around using psychological needs to better work relationships and improve teamwork.

Posted 21 July 2023 by
Melissa Summer and Kevin Wood

Harnessing the power of personality type through MBTI Certification

What can you do with an MBTI certification? Learn more about popular applications of the MBTI tool like leadership and team development, and why becoming an MBTI certified practitioner could be your best professional investment.

Posted 20 July 2023 by
Melissa Summer

Personality in the news

See the latest news coverage of The Myers-Briggs Company personality assessments and articles featuring our in-house experts and psychologists, including links to all third-party sites.

Posted 30 June 2023 by
Melissa Summer

The Myers-Briggs Company Welcomes Guest Speaker Laila El-Metoui for Pride Month

This June in recognition of Pride month, the LGBTQIA+ employee resource group at The Myers-Briggs Company brought in a guest speaker to educate, enlighten and bring a perspective that employees may not have been aware of.

Posted 15 June 2023 by
Global Marketing

Happiness and profit are synergistic

Why well-being is crucial to employee and organizational performance

Posted 12 June 2023 by
Sherrie Haynie, Senior Director of US Professional Services for The Myers-Briggs Company

How stress and personality type affect leader’s risk tolerance & decision-making

How stress and personality type affect leader’s risk tolerance & decision-making

Posted 06 June 2023 by
Kevin Wood

All about the new Strong 244 career and interest assessment

Strong 244 gives career guidance professionals more options when helping people find a career

Posted 30 May 2023 by
Melissa Summer

New Strong career assessment predicts potential major satisfaction and job satisfaction

The Myers-Briggs Company has released the new Strong Interest Inventory® 244 career assessment with new features and predicted satisfaction scores.

Posted 12 May 2023 by
Global Marketing

How to foster an inclusive culture in a diverse organization

Overestimating progress is one of the barriers to an inclusive culture

Posted 28 April 2023 by
Kevin Wood

Essential skills for uncertain times

How do essential skills help organizations adapt to uncertainty and disruptive change?

Posted 10 April 2023 by
Melissa Summer

MBTI Type & Research in the News

Here’re the articles you might have missed in the news in 2022 about the MBTI assessment and research from The Myers-Briggs Company.

Posted 05 April 2023 by
Marta Koonz

Building leadership skills from home through interpersonal needs

Working from home presents both opportunities and challenges. A basic understanding of interpersonal needs from the perspective of the FIRO-B® assessment can provide insights that can lead to a deeper understanding of your own interpersonal needs and those of your team.

Posted 23 March 2023 by
Vanessa Bradford

Three types of workplace conflict – and a tool to help resolve them

There are three types of conflict that people experience at work. Fortunately, HR professionals, leadership consultants, and executive coaches can help leaders and employees improve their conflict resolution skills with the FIRO-B® assessment.

Posted 17 March 2023 by
Global Marketing

To be an inclusive leader, you need to understand and respect personality preferences

What does inclusion look like for executives and the people they lead?

Posted 06 March 2023 by
Melissa Summer

SF Achievers Charity Partnership: Engagement and Impact

Learn more about The Myers-Briggs Company's charity partnership with San Francisco Achievers

Posted 21 February 2023 by
Melissa Summer

In-person development and the importance of human synchronization

What is human synchronization and why is it important for learning and development trainers, consultants and coaches to consider?

Posted 09 February 2023 by
Vanessa Bradford

Measuring the behaviors of successful, inclusive leaders with the FIRO-B tool

Did you know that interpersonal behaviors can be measured in an objective way? Through the FIRO-B® assessment, HR professionals and leadership consultants can check how well a person's behaviors cultivate inclusion and success in the workplace.

Posted 06 February 2023 by
Global Marketing

Inclusion is a priority, but how do leaders actually become inclusive?

Research shows there’s a self-perception gap when leaders assess their inclusion efforts

Posted 31 January 2023 by
Melissa Summer

MBTI personality type and relationships

How can MBTI personality type help strengthen relationships? Do people with the same type get along better? Listen to this episode of The Myers-Briggs Company Podcast to find out!

Posted 26 January 2023 by
Melissa Summer

Does the MBTI assessment work across cultures?

The world has been flattened by technology and working across county and cultural borders is now the norm. But can you use the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator assessment across borders? Here’s what you should know.

Posted 26 January 2023 by
Vanessa Bradford

How can you help managers develop an inclusive workplace for employees?

Inclusion in the workplace gives people a voice and drives performance. And the FIRO-B assessment can help your people understand how their interpersonal behaviors are tied to company culture and inclusivity.

Posted 19 January 2023 by
Melissa Summer

The Myers-Briggs Company & MBTI assessment in the news – top articles from 2022

Where did the MBTI assessment and The Myers-Briggs Company pop up in the news last year? Check out these top articles…

Posted 04 January 2023 by
Sherrie Haynie

Four ways to help employees manage the ‘always on' culture

Technology developments increasingly blur the work-life divide. But what’s the impact on employees? Is it always negative?

Posted 02 January 2023 by
Kevin Wood

Introverts in conflict: what we learned in 2022

New research and data shows how different personality types approach conflict. But what does it mean for Introverted types?

Posted 27 December 2022 by
Alex Eggington, Consultant at The Myers-Briggs Company

How those with an Introversion preference tend to manage and deal with conflict

Research shows that Introverted types handle conflict differently that those preferring Extraversion. Here’s how…

Posted 20 December 2022 by
Global Marketing

Will Gen Z usher in a new generation of work-related conflict?

Awareness of different approaches to conflict could help multi-generational workforces understand each other and work together better.

Posted 19 December 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Inclusive Leadership

Why aren’t leaders as inclusive as they think? Listen to the latest podcast episode from The Myers-Briggs Company featuring Dr. Rachel Cubas-Wilkinson.

Posted 30 November 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Burnout

With increased stress and changing workplaces, burnout is on the rise. Hear from one of the leading experts in the field of workplace burnout to learn all about why companies keep getting it wrong when it comes to employee burnout.

Posted 23 November 2022 by
Sherrie Haynie, Sr. Director of Professional Services at The Myers-Briggs Company

Are personalities permanent? Can your personality type change?

Humans learn and grow all the time. But what about someone’s personality? Can your personality type change?

Posted 08 November 2022 by
Melissa Summer

The psychological, emotional, and financial value of training & development

4 min read. If you’re in human resources, have a learning and development position, or are an independent trainer or consultant in these areas, you probably know the value of planned training and development initiatives for your employees. But when economies slow and budgets tighten, the training and development budget is often one of the first things to be cut. Why? Compared to manufacturing, sales, and other revenue generating parts of the business, many leaders have a hard time recogni...

Posted 08 November 2022 by
Kevin Wood

Use conflict as a health check for your team

Is lack of conflict a sign of dysfunction? And what do people feel about conflict today?

Posted 26 October 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Finding a Career with Purpose

Career expert and coach Julie Gross shares her tips for finding a career with purpose in this episode of The Myers-Briggs Company Podcast.

Posted 14 October 2022 by
Melissa Summer

The New TKI® Team Report

The easiest way to run a conflict management workshop for a team is now here. Meet the new TKI® Team Report.

Posted 07 October 2022 by
Kevin Wood

What are the new sources of conflict at work?

Learn the types and causes of conflict to be better prepared in how you manage conflict

Posted 05 October 2022 by
Global Marketing

How to build a more effective hybrid workplace

Paying closer attention to employee needs is the way to make remote, in-office, and hybrid teams function better.

Posted 05 October 2022 by
Kevin Wood

Get the latest research on conflict at work

Conflict can be positive. New data and tips help you learn how to manage it.

Posted 04 October 2022 by
Kevin Wood

Conflict at work: What are your options?

If conflict management is something you dread, here’s how to start turning it around.

Posted 03 October 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Galderma Skincare Uses the MBTI® Tool to Navigate Major Company Change

How does a skincare giant smooth out the wrinkles of organizational change?

Posted 28 September 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Connecting with the people you lead

Dr. Martin Boult shares his expertise on leadership and connection in this episode of The Myers-Briggs Company Podcast.

Posted 15 September 2022 by
Melissa Summer

SFA scholar talks about internship with The Myers-Briggs Company

In 2021, The Myers Briggs Company began an 18-month partnership with San Francisco Achievers as part of our B Corp charity partnership program.

Posted 24 August 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Psychology of Change

What is change management and why does it matter for organizations?

Posted 24 August 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Leadership, Extraversion & Introversion

What should leaders be aware of about these well-known personality differences?

Posted 24 August 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Conflict Management

How can conflict management save organizations money?

Posted 09 August 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Introducing The Myers-Briggs Company Podcast

The Myers-Briggs Company is launching a new podcast about psychology, personality, work life, and how to get the best from life.

Posted 13 June 2022 by
Jeff Hayes, President and CEO of The Myers-Briggs Company

Celebrating Pride Month with The Myers-Briggs Company

We interviewed President and CEO of The Myers-Briggs Company, Jeff Hayes, to share what Pride Month means to him, his experience coming out to the company, and what The Myers-Briggs Company is doing to celebrate Pride Month.

Posted 24 May 2022 by
Kevin Wood

Were you asked if you wanted to go back to the office?

If not, you might be part of a hybrid strategy that’s about to fail.

Posted 20 May 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Social contracts, returning to the office and retaining your people in the new hybrid workplace

As employees return to the office, they’re expecting more flexibility in their social contracts with employers. How can HR help?

Posted 08 April 2022 by
Alec Espiritu

Why inclusion is the key to diversity

For diversity to thrive, inclusion is a must.

Posted 29 March 2022 by
Kevin Woods

Another way to look at stress

How FIRO helps people to build trust in their relationships, improve morale and reduce stress in the workplace.

Posted 22 March 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Available now: Psychology of change in the hybrid workplace

Change is inevitable. And as the hybrid workplace becomes a new normal for many organizations, it brings specific benefits and challenges to managing uncertainty and successfully implementing change initiatives.

Posted 07 March 2022 by
Melissa Summer

International Women’s Day: Increasing awareness, supporting, and connecting

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated...

Posted 03 March 2022 by
Jeffrey Hayes

The Myers-Briggs Company Stands with Ukraine and Its People

The Myers-Briggs Company stands with Ukraine and its people and continues to denounce the acts of aggression from the Russian Government to overtake that country.

Posted 02 March 2022 by
Melissa Summer

Using interpersonal needs to make the hybrid model work for teams

Is it possible to get the best of both worlds with hybrid work?

Posted 28 February 2022 by
Kevin Wood

Why unconscious bias is bad for your business

Is a better decision-making process the way forward?

Posted 10 February 2022 by
Kevin Wood

The Myers-Briggs Company celebrates Black History Month

February is Black History Month. Here's what we're doing this month in recognition...

Posted 08 February 2022 by
Melissa Summer

How to develop high potential people using MBTI personality insights

HR professionals get insight into team dynamics, individual strengths and more with potential leaders when using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator assessment.

Posted 26 January 2022 by
Kevin Wood

Inclusion: who's buying?

Three ways to get leaders on board with an inclusion program

Posted 28 December 2021 by
Kevin Wood

Introversion 2.0: Why we need to reshape the way we work

The last two years have caused a major shift in how we work. And for some, it's been an Introvert's paradise. Here's what all managers and Introverted employees should know to work at their best...

Posted 17 December 2021 by
Melissa Summer

Holiday stress & personality: Tips for each MBTI type

Home Alone. A Christmas Story. It’s a Wonderful Life. What do all these movies have in common (aside from taking place during the holiday season)? Stressful situations! While this time of year can be fun, festive and a great time to catch up on sleep, for many people it also brings undesired stress from lack of time, to the pressure to give gifts, to travel and burnout from holiday parties (especially social burnout for those with preferences for Introversion). And all the hustle and bust...

Posted 16 December 2021 by
Melissa Summer

Using personality assessments for team building

How can personality assessments like the MBTI tool help teams work together more effectively and understand each other better?

Posted 14 December 2021 by
Melissa Summer

Master of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator: Dr. Naomi Quenk

Dr. Quenk had an immense passion for helping people to better understand themselves and appreciate differences in others.

Posted 03 November 2021 by
Melissa Summer

From HiPo new employee to rock star producer

Personality assessments like the Myers-Briggs tool help your company maintain a reliable system for developing high potential (aka HiPo) employees.

Posted 27 October 2021 by
Melissa Summer

What are the best tools and training materials for DEI initiatives?

3 experts share their DEI know-how in this webinar from WorkWider

Posted 22 October 2021 by
Melissa Summer

What’s stopping leaders being inclusive?

Everyone knows that inclusion is a complex area. There’s no single thing that stops it happening or slows it down. There are several and they’re probably happening at the same time.

Posted 07 September 2021 by
Kevin Wood

Inclusion: Can your business afford not to be inclusive?

Learn the business case for inclusion and why diversity alone doesn’t work...

Posted 28 June 2021 by
Kevin Wood

Four ways you can improve your remote leadership

Adapt your one-on-one interactions be a better virtual leader...

Posted 22 June 2021 by
Michael Segovia (he/him/his)

What Pride means to me

Pride has many meanings for many people. For me Pride is about embracing and honoring all our differences – from my MBTI® personality type (INFP which is only 6% of the global sample) to being a Hispanic gay male approaching his sixties, to all in the Queer community who stand for “equality for all” now and for the generations to come.

Posted 16 June 2021 by
Jeffrey Hayes

Pride Month: celebrating diversity this month and every month

The Myers-Briggs Company stands for celebrating diversity of personality types, perspectives, and backgrounds. This month of June is Pride Month in the US and June 28th is Pride Day in the UK.

Posted 14 June 2021 by
Kevin Wood

To build or not to build - Is this the question for team leaders?

Do you know what the difference is between team building and team development? The phrases are often used interchangeably, but they’re not the same. Here’s what HR practitioners and leaders should know…

Posted 20 May 2021 by
John Hackston, Head of Thought Leadership at The Myers-Briggs Company

Can you trust the MBTI assessment?

Let's look at the facts when it comes to trusting the framework and the results of the Myers-Briggs personality assessment...

Posted 28 April 2021 by
Kevin Wood

Show your feeling side—and be a better leader in 2021

Well-being has become a priority for organizational leaders and HR experts. And it's put leaders at an interesting juncture. Here's why...

Posted 23 March 2021 by
Jeff Hayes, CEO, The Myers-Briggs Company

Governance and the B Corp™ mission

Governance to a business is like the inner cogs to a clock - it's the parts and pieces of how the business operates. In this blog, CEO Jeff Hayes discusses the importance of governance from the perspective of a Certified B Corporation®. 

Posted 22 March 2021 by
Jennifer Ng, Marketing Specialist

Response to anti-Asian hate crimes and a call for social justice

The surge in racist and violent attacks against the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Community is shocking and terrible.

Posted 06 March 2021 by
Jamie Viviano, Sr. Manager Global Websites

Addressing the inaccuracies in ‘Persona’ about the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) assessment

The topic of personality assessment (especially Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®, or MBTI®, personality types) sparks immense enthusiasm from supporters around the world as well as a fair share of criticism from skeptics.

Posted 22 February 2021 by
Melissa Summer, Global Content Marketing Manager

7 research-backed ways employee well-being affects your company’s performance

How does employee well-being affect your company's success? Read these seven ways happy employees can mean better company performance. 

Posted 19 February 2021 by
Kevin Wood, Writer

How to address criticism of the Myers-Briggs® Type Indicator—resources, videos, and more

Nothing is beyond criticism, and the MBTI assessment is no exception. Here're some resources you might not know about when it comes to addressing skeptics of this powerful tool. 

Posted 26 January 2021 by
Melissa Summer, Global Content Marketing Manager

What's your financial personality?

Our research department has teamed up with Marcus by Goldman Sachs®  to help uncover what your personality says about your financial management...

 

Posted 15 January 2021 by
Margaret Quane, Leadership & Executive Coach at The People Practice

MBTI certification (from the comfort of my couch)

Leadership coach Margaret Quane shares her experience getting MBTI certified through the virtual training course offered by The Myers-Briggs Company.

Posted 12 January 2021 by
Kevin Wood, Writer at The Myers-Briggs Company

Patrick Lencioni on team trust, vulnerability, and the MBTI® assessment

The author of 5 Dysfunctions of a Team shares his insights on the MBTI assessment for individual and team development...

Posted 11 January 2021 by
The Myers-Briggs Company

The Myers-Briggs Company stands for democracy

The Myers-Briggs Company Stands for Democracy

Posted 15 December 2020 by
John Hackston, Head of Thought Leadership, The Myers-Briggs Company

Personality and perception during the COVID-19 crisis

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on people’s lives, both at home and at work. This report describes the results of a survey into the relationship of MBTI personality type and other factors to feelings, concerns and attitudes to the pandemic, and to working during the pandemic.

Posted 11 November 2020 by
Melissa Summer

Celebrating the largest voter turnout in US history

After a hard, contentious election season in the US and what seemed a long and stressful time waiting for the results, let's focus on a win: the largest voter turnout in history!

Posted 19 September 2020 by
Rich Thompson

The Myers-Briggs is no fad -- it’s a research-based instrument that delivers results

Response from Rich Thompson, PhD, Sr. Director of Research to the article in Psychology Today by Adam Grant

Posted 04 September 2020 by
John Hackston, Head of Thought Leadership, The Myers-Briggs Company

Diversity and inclusion...and personality?

Today’s businesses aren’t all just about shareholder values–many measure their performance with a triple bottom line. Profit, yes, but also People (caring for customers, workers and the wider community) and the Planet (caring for the environment).

Posted 26 August 2020 by
Melissa Summer, Global Content Marketing Manager, The Myers-Briggs Company

Leading while Black and Introverted

Jeri Bingham hosts the Hush Loudly podcast on WGN Radio in Chicago. Her podcast interviews a myriad of successful people who have preferences for Introversion about their experiences in their life and work. Recently, Jeri hosted a panel for the Chicago State Foundation titled “Leading While Black and Introverted” and The Myers-Briggs Company’s Dr. Rachel Cubas-Wilkinson was started by laying the foundation for understanding personality type and Introversion. “People with...

Posted 17 July 2020 by
John Hackston, Head of Thought Leadership, The Myers-Briggs Company

Survivor guilt and the aftermath of lockdown

The lockdown caused by the Covid-19 virus has forced most organizations into a place that has many similarities with downsizing. How do these layoffs and furloughs affect employees that remain working?

Posted 01 July 2020 by
Rachel Cubas-Wilkinson, Senior Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company

Use the platinum rule for better workplace relationships

You've probably heard of the golden rule? With personality insight, you now need the platinum rule...

Posted 17 June 2020 by
Claire Bremner, Principal Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company

Self Awareness, Leadership and Organizational Success

What can self-awareness in your company's leaders contribute to organizational success? 

Posted 12 June 2020 by
Jeff Hayes, CEO, The Myers-Briggs Company

Black Lives Matter

We know we can do better. We stand firmly in support of #equality and racial and social #justice. Read more from our CEO...

Posted 10 June 2020 by
Sherrie Haynie, Director of US Professional Services, The Myers-Briggs Company

Is "work-life balance" just a myth?

The conversation over work-life balance began in the middle of the Industrial Revolition. After so much time and money spent, how do so many companies still get it wrong?

Posted 28 May 2020 by
Melissa Summer, Marketing & PR Manager, The Myers-Briggs Company

27 Tools Business Leaders Should Know About

Organizational psychologists and business leaders were asked about top tools for the organization. Here's what they had to say...

Posted 26 May 2020 by
Claire Bremner, Principal Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company

Missing this one thing makes team collaboration impossible

What's the key ingredient to team collaboration? This second piece on leadership will show you...

Posted 12 May 2020 by
John Hackston, Head of Thought Leadership, The Myers-Briggs Company

Inclusion, Diversity and Personality: Where Should Organizations Focus Most?

Inclusion can mean different things depending on the context. Which definition should company's focus on? 

Posted 06 May 2020 by
Michael Segovia, Senior Consultant & MBTI Expert, The Myers-Briggs Company

Is Personality Permanent?

In our ever-changing worlds, is your personality permanent? 

Posted 28 April 2020 by
Nikhita Blackburn, Thought Leadership Lead Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company

Are Leaders More Stressed Than Everyone Else?

Are those at the top strained more than everyone else?

Posted 23 April 2020 by
Melissa Summer, Content Marketing & PR Manager, The Myers-Briggs Company

Earth Month, Air Pollution and Quarantine

What new information are we getting about air pollution when so many are sheltering-in-place?

Posted 20 April 2020 by
Helen Rayner, Thought Leadership Lead Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company

Trust in Companies - What Happens When You Go Virtual?

Tips for managers and leaders about trust in a virtual organization...

Posted 10 April 2020 by
Rachel Cubas-Wilkinson, Senior Consultant for The Myers-Briggs Company

For Stronger Workplace Relationships, Use the Platinum Rule

How to do improve relationships - workplace or otherwise? By following this one rule...

Posted 10 April 2020 by
Helen Rayner, Psychologist and Practitioner Development, The Myers-Briggs Company

Remote Working Tips from a Psychologist

Here's what one of our resident psychologists recommends for working at home...

Posted 06 April 2020 by
Nikhita Blackburn, Thought Leadership Lead Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company

People Need People! Get More Out of Remote Working

Tips for working from home...

Posted 31 March 2020 by
John Hackston, Head of Thought Leadership, The Myers-Briggs Company

Turning Self-awareness into Action: Put the MBTI® Framework in Your Pocket

A new way to unlock the power of personality differences in organizations...

Posted 25 March 2020 by
Catherine Ellwood, Principle Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company

Building trust through transparency

How openness and predictability make teams more effective...

Posted 06 March 2020 by
Melissa Summer

Gender Equality, Diversity, Leadership and International Women's Day

What do gender equality and diversity have to do with leadership? Take a look at our newest research...

Posted 03 March 2020 by
Claire Bremner, Principal Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company

Why is Self-awareness Important for Leadership

Every organization has leaders. But how self-aware are your leaders? Here's why you should care...

Posted 03 March 2020 by
Claire Bremner, Principal Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company

Top 10 Leadership Development Books

Every organization has leaders. But how self-aware are your leaders? Here's why you should care...

Posted 22 January 2020 by
Melissa Summer

End your Hiring Headache

How to find and develop the right person for the right job [webinar]

Posted 17 January 2020 by
Melissa Summer

A Psychologist, Leadership Coach & Psychometric Expert’s Advice for Introverted Managers

We asked a few different experts what their best advice was for managers and leaders who prefer Introversion. Here's what they had to say...

Posted 14 January 2020 by
Melissa Summer

Leadership’s First Commandment from Harvard Business Review

What does Harvard Business Review say is the "first commandment of leadership"?

Posted 02 January 2020 by
Melissa Summer

Introverts and Leadership - World Introvert Day

January 2nd is World Introvert Day, and we at The Myers-Briggs Company are focusing on what our research tells us about Introverts in leadership. 

Posted 09 December 2019 by
Melissa Summer

Do Ambiverts Exist?

What if you feel like you have both Extraverted and Introverted preferences? Are you an ambivert?

Posted 18 October 2019 by
Melissa Summer

How Ping Pong Strategy Improves Your Workplace Communication

What can ping pong strategy teach you about workplace communication? 

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