Psychometric tools used
MBTI, FIRO-B and SDI certified
Psychometric Tools are extremely useful both for individuals and teams as they provide great understanding and insight into the way people interact with each other, both in normal situations and under pressure or in conflict situations. They can therefore be used individually or within teams, often providing a common language within an organization which enables greater co-operation between different individuals and groups.
Different tools or questionnaires measure different aspects of personality and interrelationship and in Nichols Coaching and Consulting, three of the most widely used, validated and respected tools are regularly employed.
These tools are NOT for assessing people’s ability or aptitudes (they do not measure these), nor are they to be used for pigeon-holing, stereotyping of others or of oneself.
1.Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
The MBTI is a self-evaluating questionnaire based on the work of C.G.Jung’s theory of psychological type. It aims to make these distinctions immediately understandable, useful and applicable in day-to-day life. It is currently the most widely used questionnaire around the globe and is cross-culturally validated.
2.FIRO-B
The letters in the acronym FIRO-B stand for Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation – Behaviour™. Originally developed to predict how military personnel would work together in groups, this 54-item instrument was created by William Schutz in 1958. Schutz formulated a theory which focused on what he saw as the fundamental human issues of inclusion, control and affection.
It is widely used in teambuilding and leadership development, as well as in marital therapy.
3.Strength Deployment Inventory® (SDI®)
The Strength Deployment Inventory® is a learning resource that has been proven to be effective in building strong relationships worldwide for more than 25 years. It enables everyone to understand the reason why people do things rather than just observe and react to what is done.
The SDI® identifies for individuals their personal strengths and motivations and how these relate to those of their colleagues – whether things are going well or badly.
It demonstrates how to use these strengths effectively to improve working or personal relationships with others. Of the three tools, it is probably the most easy to grasp and to apply.