Blogs
The Real Reason Senior Teams Struggle and How to Fix It with Personality Intelligence
Step into any department and you’ll probably sense a shared vibe. Accounting is Owl territory. They are precise, analytical, and obsessed with details. Head into Human Resources, and it’s likely a blend of Parrots and Doves. They’re usually welcoming, supportive, and...
Do Opposites Really Attract? How Personality Differences Shape Lasting Relationships
When it comes to magnets, opposites attract. But does that same principle apply to people? Do those with opposite personality traits really make the best couples? First, let’s clarify what we mean by opposites. We’re not talking about differences in religion,...
Raising Children with Personality Intelligence
It’s a natural instinct to want our children to succeed, be happy, and thrive. But all too often, that desire quietly turns into an unconscious effort to mold them in our own image. However, when we attempt to mold our children into mini-me’s, we may inadvertently...
Your Personality Style Shapes Your Yoga Practice
As someone who has spent thirteen years practicing yoga and more than thirty years teaching people about their personality styles, I’ve observed that each form of yoga has its own personality. Some are precise and focused. Others flow with energy. Some offer...
The Four A’s of Personality Intelligence: How to Lead a More Successful and Happier Life
Being clever or emotionally intelligent isn't enough. The people who succeed at work and in life bring something more: Personality Intelligence. Personality Intelligence is the ability to understand your personality style, recognize others’ styles, and adapt your...
Resfeber at the Bus Stop: What Back-to-School Jitters Teach Us About Facing the Unknown
You can see it on the faces of kids at the start of each school year. Some are excited, while others are scared to get on the bus. How children handle that moment reveals a lot about who they are. Adults aren’t much different. We may not carry backpacks, but starting...
The Four Personality Styles of Comedy
Humor is a funny thing, literally and figuratively. One night, I was watching The Big Bang Theory with my wife. It made me laugh so hard, I had full-on belly laughs. I looked over at my wife, expecting her to share in the hilarity. But there she was, watching calmly....
Books That Resonate with Each Personality Style
Have you ever recommended a book you loved only to have someone say that they didn’t enjoy it? That reaction might not have anything to do with the quality of the book. More often, it’s about how the story, message, or pacing aligns with the reader’s personality...
Unlock Confidence with Personality
One of the most searched questions on the internet is, “How can I be more confident?” Before I answer that, I want to reframe how we think about what confidence is. Merriam-Webster defines confidence as, “A feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on...
Going Beyond EQ with Personality Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence (EQ) teaches us to recognize our emotions, understand others’ feelings, and manage our behavior accordingly. But we can go even further. That’s where Personality Intelligence (PIQ) comes in. What Is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional...