The Whole Brain® Model, developed by Ned Herrmann, serves as the cornerstone of the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI®). The Whole Brain® Model outlines an array of thinking preferences centred around four distinct quadrants: Analytical (A), Practical (B),...
Why the HBDI® is not a test
What is a test? To get your licence you complete a test. To see whether you need glasses you complete an eye exam. To pass a subject at school or university you complete an assessment. When assessing your leadership abilities, others conduct a 360-degree evaluation of...
Why take the HBDI® assessment: The HBDI vs other assessment tools
Assessments play a crucial role in helping individuals and teams gain insight into their cognitive preferences, personality traits, and strengths. Navigating the array of assessments and tests available can be challenging, especially when determining the most suitable...
Boost Your Professional Impact: Tips to Improve Your Non-Verbal Communication in the Workplace
Albert Mehrabian's research found that words contribute only 7% to the impact of communication in certain situations, while tone of voice (38%) and nonverbal cues (55%) play a larger role. Many cite this statistic, however, his research focused on feelings and...
How Your Job Can Shape Your Brain: Impact of Work on Cognitive Abilities
We all know that jobs have a significant impact on our lives. For most of us, Mondays to Fridays are spent working and although this earns us money, it can also affect our physical and mental health, social lives and overall well-being. There is, interestingly,...
Overcoming Obstacles to Professional Development: strategies for addressing time constraints, budget limitations, and other barriers
Professional development is essential for individuals seeking to advance in their careers, gain new skills, and remain competitive in their field. However, there are often obstacles that make it difficult to pursue professional development opportunities, such as time...
Neurodiversity, Cognitive Diversity and where the HBDI® fits
We are often asked how the HBDI and Whole Brain® Thinking relate to neurodiverse groups. To answer this question, we need to distinguish the difference between neurodiversity, neurodivergence, neuro-types and cognitive diversity. What is Neurodiversity? Neurodiversity...
Boosting employee engagement: Strategies for a more productive and motivated workforce
Employee engagement is a critical factor in organisational success. It refers to the level of emotional commitment that employees have to their work and their organisation. Engaged employees are more productive, motivated, and likely to stay with their employer for a...
How teamwork can help drive efficiency within your organisation
In today's dynamic and fast-paced business world, teamwork has become an essential component for organisational success. Teamwork refers to the collaborative efforts of a group of individuals working together towards a common goal or objective. It is no longer enough...