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A friend of mine recently passed away. Not suddenly, but gradually. Avoidably. He dismissed his symptoms, never saw a doctor, and waited until it was no longer possible to ignore the issue. By then, it was too late. It made me think: Why do smart, capable people avoid...

In a world of personality styles, which include confident, results-oriented Eagles, optimistic and motivational Parrots, supportive and caring Doves, and analytical, quality-focused Owls, I am often asked, “Which style makes the best leader?” I think they expect me to...

We like to believe we’re objective, that we perceive the world and respond with logic and clarity. But the truth is, we interpret everything through filters shaped by our gender, age, past experiences, and even our personality. As Anaïs Nin said, “We don’t see the...

You’ve probably walked away from a sales call thinking, “That went great. I’ll have this closed by next week.” You said all the right things. You highlighted the value. You believed in what you were offering. But the person on the other end ghosts you, and it never...

When we hear the word narcissist, we usually picture someone egotistical, self-absorbed, and endlessly self-promoting. But beneath the bravado, there’s often something more nuanced, and sometimes even admirable. At its core, narcissism stems from confidence (or the...

We all have an internal Police Officer, though not the kind with a badge and baton. I’m talking about the subconscious way we enforce our environment to reflect what we need most. In the world of Personality Intelligence, I describe four primary personality styles...

Each of the four personality styles—Eagle, Parrot, Dove, and Owl—views time through a unique lens influenced by their core needs and motivations. Parrots, with their expressive, energetic, and optimistic style, view time as plentiful. To them, life is about enjoying...

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...

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,...

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...