Confidence or Conceit? The Bright Side of Narcissism

Confidence or Conceit? The Bright Side of Narcissism

When we hear the word narcissist, we often imagine someone loud, self-absorbed, and constantly self-promoting—an attention seeker and a bragging machine. Not exactly someone you’d want on your team or as a life partner. But the truth is more nuanced....
Are You the Fun Police or the Grammar Police?

Are You the Fun Police or the Grammar Police?

We all have an internal Police Officer…not the kind with a badge and baton, but the part of us that subconsciously enforces our environment to match what we need most. In the world of Personality Intelligence, I use four birds to represent the core styles: the Eagle,...
Why Senior Leadership Teams Clash and How to Fix It

Why Senior Leadership Teams Clash and How to Fix It

Walk into any department, and you’ll often notice a shared style. Accounting is owl territory—where precision, logic, and a strong appreciation for spreadsheets reign supreme. Head over to HR, and you’ll find mostly Doves and Parrots—warm and enthusiastic greetings,...
When It Comes to Personality Styles, Opposites Really Do Attract

When It Comes to Personality Styles, Opposites Really Do Attract

You’ve heard it many times: opposites attract. But when it comes to relationships, is that really true? Let’s set the scene. We’re not talking about differences in values, beliefs, intelligence, or background. We’re talking about personality traits—the way we think,...