Knowledge Base
The Turbulent Personality: Don’t Worry, Be Happy?
Turbulent types are told to ’just relax.’ But their sensitivity, perfectionism, and ambition have hidden advantages.
Myths of Introverted Leadership
Introverts make ineffective leaders? Lincoln and Roosevelt beg to differ. Five myths debunked.
Keeping in Touch When You’re an Introvert: Breaking the Curse of the Familiar Stranger
That friend you keep meaning to call? Guilt + anxiety = silence. Breaking the curse of the familiar stranger.
Teachers, Students and Personality Types
Teachers favor students who match their own personality type. A German study confirms the classroom bias we suspected.
and Compensating for Our Weaknesses
Geniuses who can’t read social cues need a Paige. How team-building compensates for personality weaknesses.
Emotional Intelligence: Having “Smart” Feelings
Unlike IQ, emotional intelligence can be developed. Here’s why improving your EQ matters for everyone.
Want to Stay Healthy? Go Out and Socialize.
Extraverts get more exposure to germs – yet research shows they have stronger immune systems. How?
Empathy Is Important Regardless of Your Type
Too little empathy limits connection. Too much can become codependence. The case for balanced, healthy empathy – regardless of type.
The Perfect Type: The Problem of Perfection
Analysts seek perfect systems. Diplomats chase utopia. Sentinels follow perfect rules. How each Role relates to perfection.