Note: This blog post was originally published in October 2023 and was last updated in August 2026 to provide the most accurate and comprehensive information. Every leader aspires to have a team of employees committed to enhancing their on-the-job skills, achieving...
The Four Thinking Quadrants Explained, and How To Communicate With Them
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),...
Transforming Workplace Learning: Embrace Learning in the Flow of Work (LITFOW)
I recently spoke at two conferences — a learning and development Leadership Summit in Auckland, and the HR Summit in Melbourne. Both talks were about the same topic - LITFOW. Learning in the Flow of Work. LITFOW can bring immense benefits to any...
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...
Enhancing Leadership Skills through Whole Brain® Thinking
Whole Brain® Thinking focuses on using various thinking styles and cognitive functions, grouped into four quadrants: Analytical, Practical, Relational and Experimental. These align with the brain's hemispheres and help us understand how exactly we prefer to...
The Role of Lateral Thinking in Whole Brain® Thinking
Whole Brain® Thinking, based on the premise of valuing diverse thinking styles, plays a vital role in effective decision-making. It recognises the unique strengths of analytical, practical, relational and experimental thinking. As for the meaning of lateral thinking,...
Stuck in a rut? 5 tips to get moving again
You’re facing a blank page. You’re stuck debating a tough choice. You’re trying to navigate a never-ending to-do list. What now? There are always going to be times when you’re feeling stuck. While it may seem counterintuitive, one of the most...












