We often get asked about how the HBDI® compares to other employee assessments, or why someone should choose one tool over another. While we believe the HBDI® and the Whole Brain® Model works well as a standalone solution it can also be used as an entry point for more...
Herrmann has been working closely with Swinburne University of Technology for 15 years. Profiling over 1000 employees, the university uses the HBDI® tool to help staff better understand their thinking preferences and those of their colleagues. This has enabled the...
Some people think that when they reach the top of the corporate ladder, they no longer need to participate in team-building or leadership development activities. But these exercises are as valuable for Senior Executives as they are for office workers and lower...
While all members of a project team contribute to the success or failure of a project, it’s ultimately the Project Manager who is accountable for the outcome. Taking a leading role in the planning, management and execution of a project, Project Managers oversee the...
Workplace wellbeing. It’s a term you hear a lot these days. Gone is the cut-throat corporate culture of the eighties and early nineties, where oppressive work environments made you feel like just another cog in the machine. Today’s leaders have recognised that...
According to a study by Deloitte, 94% of executives and 88% of employees believe workplace culture is important to business success. That’s because an organisation that can create and sustain a positive culture will enjoy the many benefits of more motivated employees,...
Agile thinkers have the ability to consciously shift their thinking style. According to the Whole Brain® Modelframework, agile thinkers are able to switch between the four different thinking preferences and can leverage each style as required. But being an agile...
A study by KPMG indicated that 84% of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) fail. The stakes are high, and so is the risk. This period of transition is undoubtedly a challenging time for any business - cultural incompatibilities between two merging companies can be...
Stress is a normal part of every-day life – a tight deadline, an important interview, a high-stakes project. When the pressure is on, a little bit of stress can help workers perform at their best, motivating them to meet challenges head-on. But too much stress...
