http://talenttools.com.au/ Fri, 18 May 2012 23:51:52 Talent Tools Articles http://talenttools.com.au/articles/HR-Leadership-Team-Development-Case-Study.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/HR-Leadership-Team-Development-Case-Study.html Situation In 2006 an Audit Commission report painted a gloomy picture of the HR function at Ealing Council. The troubled department was failing to provide a good HR service to the organisation and bringing little added value. The team was feeling demotivated, overworked and unproductive following an intense period of restructuring. With so much on their plates, team members had lost sight of the big picture. A series of rapid... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-January-2011-Newsletter.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-January-2011-Newsletter.html Greetings Welcome to 2011! And what a devastating start for our Australian friends, relations and clients in Queensland and parts of New South Wales........and now Victoria.  Our hearts are with you as cleaning up after a flood must surely rank as one of the most despairing and challenging tasks.  In most years, January seems to the month that businesses review their staffing requirements and we... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict-Resolution-Strategies-for-You-Part-1.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict-Resolution-Strategies-for-You-Part-1.html Conflict Resolution Strategies Conflict can be Good Conflict causes ill feelings, like an itch that needs to be scratched. It is however inevitable, and individuals can use conflict to their advantage. Musicians use sustaining chords to create an uneasy feeling before the satisfying resolving chord. Screenplay writers are masters of conflict. Without it, the story sucks, there’s no climax, and no resolution at the end.... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Personal-Analysis---Frequently-Asked-Questions.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Personal-Analysis---Frequently-Asked-Questions.html The interpretation of the Profiles is based on the original DISC Theories and the Extended DISC Theory. To understand fully the role of the different questions in forming the profiles would require understanding of the calculation rules for the Profiles. Although it is important to minimize the response time, the responses given are still mostly based on conscious thinking and analysis. It is clearly easier with the Most responses for... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Are-you-an-emotionally-intelligent-leader?.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Are-you-an-emotionally-intelligent-leader?.html Research shows that top business leaders have higher levels of Emotional Intelligence than average leaders. Emotional Intelligence ("EQ") means you to understand the emotions, desires, and tendencies of yourself (self-awareness) as well as the people around you (other-awareness) - and are able to communicate in ways that move everyone in the direction of a common goal. Here are a few key points to help you develop your... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extending-People-Newsletter---April-2010.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extending-People-Newsletter---April-2010.html Personal Analysis Reports - Interpretation of Special Cases Case Study No 1 - How Personal Analysis Reports helped solve a difficult situation One of our consultants was engaged by a four partner legal firm to provide Extended DISC Personal Analysis Reports for the partners and senior members because of “communication” problems. The firm had been experiencing some challenging times with the loss of a couple of major... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/A-Journey-into-Self-Discovery.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/A-Journey-into-Self-Discovery.html Career Choices Are Life Choices For the typical career professional, your daily pursuits are much more than just having a job and paying the bills. Remember the old adage about whether you "eat to live or live to eat"? We could easily compose a similar challenge about work: Do you "work to live or live to work"? Even based on the sheer number of hours we spend at work, this is an important... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/About-the-Conflict-Dynamics-Profile®--CDP.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/About-the-Conflict-Dynamics-Profile®--CDP.html About the Conflict Dynamics Profile® The occurrence of conflict in the workplace is well documented and nothing indicates that managers will not continue to spend a significant portion of their time on conflict-related issues.   In fact, some studies say that 44 percent of managers spend 20 percent of their time handling workplace conflict. The Conflict Dynamics Profile® (CDP) was developed at the Leadership... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/What-You-Need-To-Do-To-Improve-Your-Relationships.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/What-You-Need-To-Do-To-Improve-Your-Relationships.html What You Need To Do To Improve Your Relationships Rather listen than read this, click here to listen... Relationships are a part of everyone's life. A large part of my professional life has focused on helping people have healthy, happy relationships whether it is with their spouse, partner, children, parents, friends, or co-workers. Having healthy relationships is also an important sign of Emotional Intelligence. How do you express... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/4-Ways-to-Manage-Conflict-in-the-Office.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/4-Ways-to-Manage-Conflict-in-the-Office.html Guidelines on how to resolve conflict when you’re the new guy in the office. - Or simply "solving conflict at work" Congratulations are in order: You got yourself a wonderful new job! You’ve completed your on-boarding, have a good feel for what’s needed and an even better feel for what’s expected of you. What’s more, you are already exerting a positive influence. But wait.... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/What-differentiates-Extended-DISC-from-other-DISC-tools?-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/What-differentiates-Extended-DISC-from-other-DISC-tools?-.html Why is the Extended DISC Diamond so valuable? • Provides an easy way to get a good understanding of the main behavioural styles – helps combine the results of most Extended DISC tools • Once a user learns how to interpret the Extended DISC Diamond, it is very easy to apply this knowledge to numerous applications at any level: individual, team, organisation, population. A unique way of understanding the... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Turning-Conflict-Into-Career-Success.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Turning-Conflict-Into-Career-Success.html As a leader, your success or failure is determined by what you get accomplished during your tenure. Sometimes, the wins come easily. Other times, they can be hard-fought battles. No matter where one looks, in the workplace or not, conflict is certainly prevalent. Because people have different and diverse backgrounds — and thus, different ideas and opinions — conflict in both personal and professional lives is inevitable.... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/What-attracts-employees-isn’t-what-retains-their-talent;-how-to-win-that-race.-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/What-attracts-employees-isn’t-what-retains-their-talent;-how-to-win-that-race.-.html Today’s low unemployment figures and skills shortages have changed the landscape of the employee market and indented the tried and true principles of attract, train and retain. Attracting high achievers is all about the right employment environment. Being an attractive employer requires being branded as a high scorer on the triple score card; but in the eyes of the prospective employee. People join organisations because the... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Have-You-Upgraded-to-Extended-DISC-Yet?---SPECIAL-OFFERS----Upgrade-from-old-DISC-products.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Have-You-Upgraded-to-Extended-DISC-Yet?---SPECIAL-OFFERS----Upgrade-from-old-DISC-products.html Have you upgraded to Extended DISC® yet? Extended DISC® has expanded from its origins in Finland to over 40 countries and is available in over 50 languages. Each language conversion undergoes rigorous process of customisation to ensure the reliability and integrity of the instruments is maintained. Finland is rapidly becoming a leader in world-wide technology and ICT. Extended DISC International is now the world’s... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-an-Extended-DISC-Personal-Analysis-Report-helped-retain-and-re-engage-two-capable.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-an-Extended-DISC-Personal-Analysis-Report-helped-retain-and-re-engage-two-capable.html We are often reminded by clients of different applications that others may not have considered when using Extended DISC Personal Analysis Reports. In early December we were telephoned by a human resources consultant who had decided to trial Extended DISC as he had been a user of another DISC based program for many years. The motivating factor for him was the additional information provided by the advanced mode pages, and in particular, the... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Strength-Based-Development.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Strength-Based-Development.html Strengths-Based Development The easiest, most beneficial and most economical way to develop people is to identify their innate talents, and use them as the foundation upon which to build skills and knowledge. Extensive research indicates that people learn, change, and improve the most in the areas of their natural talents and strengths. It is all to do with strengthening the person’s pre-existing synaptic connections (in... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/StrengthsFinder-2.0.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/StrengthsFinder-2.0.html In StrengthsFinder 2.0, Gallup unveils the new and improved version of its popular assessment, language of 34 themes, and much more (see below for details). Loaded with hundreds of strategies for applying your strengths, this new online program will change the way you look at yourself — and the world around you — forever. Resources for Learning About Your Strengths A new and upgraded edition of the Clifton... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-101:--Interpreting-Personal-Analysis-Reports.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-101:--Interpreting-Personal-Analysis-Reports.html Extended DISC 101:  Interpreting Personal Analysis Reports   The graphics of the Extended DISC Personal Analysis Report actually contain all the information provided by the questionnaire. So it is essential to be able to fully interpret them to get the most value from the report.   To achieve this we recommend the pages be read in the following order:   1. Profile and Diamond Page 2. Flexibility... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-a-Recruitment-Assignment-developed-into-a-small-restructuring-exercise.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-a-Recruitment-Assignment-developed-into-a-small-restructuring-exercise.html How a Recruitment Assignment developed into a small restructuring exercise    One of our consultants was instructed by one of his clients to provide an Extended DISC Personal Analysis Report for a Director of organisation so that it could be used to produce Work Pair Analysis Reports with the final three candidates for a management role reporting to the Director.   The position description sent to the... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Addressing-Team-Effectiveness.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Addressing-Team-Effectiveness.html Addressing Team Effectiveness using the Extended DISC Team Analysis Report  The Team Analysis is based on the results of the Extended DISC Personal Analysis of the individuals who make up the team. This link is clearly delineated in the team analysis results because some segments of the team report also displays the individual analysis data that makes up the aggregated team results.   The procedure for... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict,-Emotions,-and-Resilience.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict,-Emotions,-and-Resilience.html Conflict, Emotions, and Resilience Posted on May 7th, 2012 by Craig Runde When we ask people to describe conflict, they often use terms like stress or frustration. It is clear that conflict is trying for many people.  Conflict often leads to negative emotions which themselves can contribute to stress.  They also make it more difficult to use constructive responses to conflict. The Conflict Dynamics Profile (CDP)... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict-and-Emotions.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict-and-Emotions.html We like the quote by psychologist, John Gottman, “When you’re furious, you can’t be curious.”  Conflict is all about emotions, and when a person is off balance emotionally it becomes extremely difficult to engage in constructive responses to conflict.   You can lose sight of your objectives and become focused on how the other person has wronged you.  Retaliatory... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Improving-Conflict-Resolution-Skills-at-Institutions-of-Higher-Learning.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Improving-Conflict-Resolution-Skills-at-Institutions-of-Higher-Learning.html The CDP on Campus: Improving Conflict Resolution Skills at Institutions of Higher Learning Posted on April 16th, 2012 by Nancy Pridgen As most certified CDP users know, there are myriad uses of the instrument in a variety of settings.  One context which is becoming more popular is within institutions of higher education, both with students and also with college administration, faculty, and staff members. Roger Sorochty of... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Increasing-Productivity-By-Understanding-Behavioural-Styles.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Increasing-Productivity-By-Understanding-Behavioural-Styles.html The following are some simply rules to help individuals improve their performance. They are not precise and the use of Extended DISC® Personal Analysis Reports will provide much more definitive and specific advice for each individual style.  It is important to keep in mind that less than 0.5% of the population are 100% D, I, S or C and the remaining 99.5% display two or three of the four styles in their behaviour. ... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-Extended-DISC-Methodology-Helped-Identify-And-Solve-a-Motivational-Issue-in-a-Key-Employee.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-Extended-DISC-Methodology-Helped-Identify-And-Solve-a-Motivational-Issue-in-a-Key-Employee.html In our training programmes we often discuss how the Extended DISC® Personal Analysis Report can be used in identifying motivational issues, solving them and thereby improving the retention of personnel.  The following is a good example of how this was achieved in a ensuring a key manager in a large organisation was firstly identified as lacking motivation and the steps taken to address the issues leading to his retention... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Trouble-with-Avoiding-Conflict.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Trouble-with-Avoiding-Conflict.html When we ask people how they generally deal with conflict, they almost always that they tend to avoid it.  This is not surprising because most people describe conflict in negative terms, and we try to stay away from things that we do not like.  At the same time when they are asked whether avoidance strategies work, the same people say that they generally do not.  So what to do? A first step is to... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Trust-Factor-in-Conflict.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Trust-Factor-in-Conflict.html In his book The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, author Patrick Lencioni identifies the first dysfunction of teams as lack of trust.  When people are concerned that others might use what they say against them, then they stop talking.  This describes Lencioni’s second dysfunction of teams – fear of conflict. It is a very common situation.  When we talk with people they always tell us that they... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISCŪ-Team-Analysis-Report---Diamond-and-Leadership-Cultures.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISCŪ-Team-Analysis-Report---Diamond-and-Leadership-Cultures.html The Diamond in the Extended DISC Team Analysis Report provides us with vital information relating to the leadership style of team members. Depending where their name appears on the “behavioural map”, we can assess the individual’s leadership style and draw conclusions on the type of leadership that could be expected if that particular individual was placed in a leadership role. Sometimes we tend to... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-Extended-DISC-methodology-helped-solve-communication-challenges-in-a-management-team.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-Extended-DISC-methodology-helped-solve-communication-challenges-in-a-management-team.html This particular case study was initiated by a managing director of a large organisation as he was having communication challenges with his management team. He was not conversant with Extended DISC methodology but the consultant he approached used Extended DISC extensively and was aware of the importance of behavioural styles in solving communication problems. The first step the consultant took was to obtain an Extended DISC... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Effect-of-an-interview-on-the-Extended-DISC-Personal-Analysis-Report.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Effect-of-an-interview-on-the-Extended-DISC-Personal-Analysis-Report.html A recent telephone conversation with one of our recruitment consultant clients reminded me of a classic example of why it is important in recruitment to be careful not to explain to the candidate the behavioural style the organisation is looking for in a new recruit before he/she completes the personal analysis questionnaire. The interesting thing to us is that there was very little change in Profile II (the profile that generates the... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Team-Analysis-Report---Name-Map-and-Job-Fit.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Team-Analysis-Report---Name-Map-and-Job-Fit.html The Name Map in the Extended DISC® Team Analysis Report invites questions that you may not have considered. One of the important issues in any team is to ensure that the individuals and their job requirements match. So, one should ask the following questions: How well do the individuals and their job requirements match? Should responsibilities within the team be reassigned? Is there an opportunity for... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/DISC-Stastics---Some-Comparison-Statistics:-Australia-vs.-New-Zealand.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/DISC-Stastics---Some-Comparison-Statistics:-Australia-vs.-New-Zealand.html Extended DISC® International has the ability to measure and compare reports from around the world, and annually produces a Validation Study. The main objective of the study is to check internal consistency.  Internal consistency is a measure based on the correlations between different items on the same test (or the same subscale on a larger test). It measures whether several items that propose to measure the same... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/DISC-Case-Study---Understanding-a-Person's-Conscious-vs.-Unconscious-Behavioural-Style.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/DISC-Case-Study---Understanding-a-Person's-Conscious-vs.-Unconscious-Behavioural-Style.html Recently, a consultant had doubts as to the accuracy of a Personal Analysis Report and it was interesting to realise why there was some confusion over the report. The two Profiles in the report are shown opposite. The person’s employer was of the opinion that the candidate was a relatively quiet withdrawn person, but thorough, precise and systematic in his work role.  He was, in the opinion of his employer,... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Strengthscope-Frequently-Asked-Questions-(FAQs).html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Strengthscope-Frequently-Asked-Questions-(FAQs).html   Q. What is Strengthscope™?   A. Strengthscope™ is a revolutionary assessment tool that provides a comprehensive measurement of an individual's strengths at work. Strengthscope™ is wholly owned by The Strengths Partnership Ltd. Strengthscope™ comprises around 160 rating scale items, plus dynamically generated questions to help respondents ascertain: Their... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/About-the-CDP-Individual-Conflict-Dynamics-Profile.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/About-the-CDP-Individual-Conflict-Dynamics-Profile.html   Click here to see a sample CDP-I report The CDP-Individual (CDP-I) is the self-assessment version of the CDP. It is available in both paper/pencil and electronic versions. It uses the same questions about behavioral responses to conflict and hot buttons as the CDP-360. Each person taking the CDP-I gets a feedback report and a development guide. While the CDP-360 provides richer feedback from others, the CDP-I... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/About-the-CDP-360-(Conflict-Dynamics-Profile).html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/About-the-CDP-360-(Conflict-Dynamics-Profile).html                  Conflict Dynamics Profile 360 (CDP-360) Sample Report  The CDP-360 is a multi-rater version of the CDP that is available in both paper/pencil and online formats. People who take the CDP-360 receive a feedback report and a development guide. The CDP-360 produces a complete "conflict profile" by... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict-Dynamics-Profile---FAQ.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict-Dynamics-Profile---FAQ.html  FAQs 1. How is the CDP different from other conflict instruments?  1The CDP focuses on conflict behaviors, not styles. Since behaviors are more susceptible to change, the CDP is designed to bring tangible improvements to a person's performance. The CDP is also available in both self-assessment and multirater versions with the latter including feedback delineated among boss, peers, and direct reports. The... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/December-2011-Newsletter.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/December-2011-Newsletter.html Greetings We slightly delayed writing this month’s FactSheet as we have been waiting the birth of our new online system FinxS!  We are pleased to report the system went live at 1111hrs on 11/11/11 as planned and both mother and baby are well!  This month we take a look at the main features of the system and what it will mean to our users and prospective users - find out more! This month’s case... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Statistics---International-Stress-Indicators.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Statistics---International-Stress-Indicators.html   The National Stress Indicator™ (“NSI”) is one outcome of Extended DISC International’s continuous global research and interest in understanding not only individuals, teams and corporations but also whole nations.   In mechanics, stress is defined as the force exerted to an object. If the force (stress) becomes stronger or lasts longer than what the material of the object can... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Case-Studies-Extended-DISCŪ.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Case-Studies-Extended-DISCŪ.html Some years ago, we came across an example of the use of Personal Analysis Reports and Team Analysis Reports in the selection of sales people utilising a less conventional method than our recommended Job Comparison Report.  The remarkable feature of the manager’s use of the tool was his ability to understand and use the information while not immediately jumping to conclusions. The manager was responsible for... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Case-Studies:-Using-Personal-Analysis-and-Team-Analysis-Reports-in-the-Selection-of-Sales-People.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Case-Studies:-Using-Personal-Analysis-and-Team-Analysis-Reports-in-the-Selection-of-Sales-People.html Some years ago, we came across an example of the use of Personal Analysis Reports and Team Analysis Reports in the selection of sales people utilising a less conventional method than our recommended Job Comparison Report.  The remarkable feature of the manager’s use of the tool was his ability to understand and use the information while not immediately jumping to conclusions. The manager was responsible for... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/FinxS---our-new-online-platform.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/FinxS---our-new-online-platform.html Together with other Extended DISC representatives worldwide, we have been testing a new online platform for some months.  The flexibility of the system has astonished us and we are keen to introduce the program, named FinxS, to clients that we expect will want to use the enhanced options which are not available in our current Extended DISC reports. FinxS will not suit all clients immediately as the standard Extended DISC Reports... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Newsletter-November-2011.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Newsletter-November-2011.html Greetings We are regularly asked whether the two Profiles shown in the Personal Analysis Reports can change over time. Profile I, indicating the candidate’s “perceived need to change” or “feels he/she has/wants to adjust his/her behaviour to better cope with the requirements of the present environment” can change quickly, but what about Profile II.  We have a good example... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-to-use-the-Text-Pages-of-the-Graphical-and-Additional-Style-Assessments.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-to-use-the-Text-Pages-of-the-Graphical-and-Additional-Style-Assessments.html The text pages that accompany the Graphical Page and the ten Additional Style assessments (Sales, Leadership, Customer Service, Entrepreneur, IT, Management, Office, Project, Team and Trainer) identify two main areas: 1.  The top four strengths – items that require little energy. This section identifies four behavioural dimensions that are the most natural of the individual’s style and offers... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Does-your-behavioural-style-change-over-time?.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Does-your-behavioural-style-change-over-time?.html There are two Profiles shown in the Extended DISC Personal Analysis Report and we are often asked whether these can change, and if so, to what extent. Profile I demonstrates the individual’s conscious understanding of themselves and his/her understanding of their behaviour in the present situation at the time the questionnaire is completed. Profile  II illustrates a person’s natural response to an... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Product-Education:-Extended-DISC-Performance-360.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Product-Education:-Extended-DISC-Performance-360.html For some reason, we are receiving increasing enquiries about our Open and Performance 360 tool, so it is timely that we take a look at the product. Our new flexible online platform will provide us with even greater versatility, but the new system is not due for release until 11/11/11. In the meantime, the current product is proving to be popular and deserves some space in this month’s FactSheet. The Extended DISC Open... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/DISC-Case-Study:-Invalid-Personal-Analysis.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/DISC-Case-Study:-Invalid-Personal-Analysis.html How an Invalid Extended DISC Personal Analysis Report confirmed a Manager's Suspicions. Jenny (not her real name) is imployed in a pressure role. She has daily meetings with some high powered individuals and the demands on her expertise and experience requires a lot of stamina! She is very professional and although she does not naturally possess “C” characteristics, she is careful and systematic in her... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Newsletter-September-2011.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Newsletter-September-2011.html Greetings The subject of “unreliable” or “invalid” reports has been discussed regularly in past FactSheets but a recent experience has prompted me to again look at this subject. A unique feature of Extended DISC reporting is the ability to identify reports that are suspect and reports that are unreliable, and we have a very good example of such a case in this month’s newsletter...... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Do-we-really-understand-ourselves?.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Do-we-really-understand-ourselves?.html Do we really understand ourselves? There are times when one wonders how well people really understand themselves. This month’s case study relates to a situation we experienced just a couple of days ago, and is a good example of someone who is going through quite a change in her life.  Her initial reaction to her Personal Analysis Report was negative until she realised the report accurately described her true... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Work-Pair-Analysis---Extended-DISC.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Work-Pair-Analysis---Extended-DISC.html Work Pair Analysis Work Pair Analysis is a tool that combines the results of two individuals into one user friendly report.  It identifies the styles of the individuals, how the styles complement each other, and where the behaviour gaps exist.  It also provides information regarding what the individuals should: Remember Accept Practice when working together. Work Pair Analysis provides... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Newsletter-August-2011.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Newsletter-August-2011.html Greetings There are times when one wonders how well people really understand themselves.  This month’s case study relates to a situation we experienced just a couple of days ago, and is a good example of someone who is going through quite a change in her life.  Her initial reaction to her Personal Analysis Report was negative until she realised the report accurately described her true behavioural... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-What-and-Why-of-360-degree-feedback?-Part-1.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-What-and-Why-of-360-degree-feedback?-Part-1.html 360-Degree Feedback is also known as full-circle feedback, multirater feedback, multi-level feedback, upward  appraisal, and peer review. Where 'regular' performance appraisals provide 'single-source' (top-down) feedback, i.e. normally from an employee's direct line manager only, 360-degree feedback appraisals are 'multi-source' - involving... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-July-2011-Newsletter.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-July-2011-Newsletter.html Greetings There are some exciting things happening in the world of Extended DISC®. We have just returned from our World Meeting which was held in Norway this year and was well attended by Worldwide representatives of the Extended DISC® family. The theme of the conference was based on the best selling book “Our Iceberg is Melting”, written by John Kotter, Professor Emeritus at Harvard Business... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/At-Full-Stretch.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/At-Full-Stretch.html The Chinese expect nothing but the best from their children and employees; they encourage them to set and achieve nothing short of the highest standards and hold people accountable for achieving their best. James Brook, Director at Strengths Partnership Ltd, reckons Western businesses would benefit from' such a philosophy. In the west, parents in general avoid expecting too much from their children, as they... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-June-2011-Newsletter.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-June-2011-Newsletter.html Greetings, Successful companies today face a serious challenge when it comes to recruiting the talent they need and developing the staff they have to stay competitive in an increasingly fierce market. We have reproduced an article written by James Powell of Extended DISC® Thailand this month as it explains how Extended DISC® methodology is utilised in the recruitment process worldwide. One of the questions we... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Cost-effective-ways-of-motivating-your-workforce.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Cost-effective-ways-of-motivating-your-workforce.html We all want an engaged and motivated workforce. And we all want to ensure strategies are applied in the most cost-effective way possible. Here, James Brook shows you how. In the current uncertain economic environment, no concept is arguably more important than motivation. How can companies keep employees motivated while keeping salary, wage and other costs down? How can they ensure employees exert higher levels of voluntary effort,... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-May-2011-Newsletter.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-May-2011-Newsletter.html Greetings Extended DISC Australasia has moved to larger premises and it’s amazing what documents we have unearthed! I quickly recognised a particular case study that was sent to us by one of our most active consultants back at the beginning of 2008 and I decided to take the easy way out by reproducing it in this month’s newsletter.  The human resources consultant involved introduced his client, a medium... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/360-Feedback-Surveys-and-Employee-Assessments---Best-Practices.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/360-Feedback-Surveys-and-Employee-Assessments---Best-Practices.html 360 feedback programs are utilized by companies of all sizes to provide employees with an invaluable tool for personal and career development. Careful planning can ensure the success of these initiatives and help a company to maximize the benefit to all involved. This article details some of the best practices to keep in mind for your own 360-feedback programs. What is a 360? The essence of a 360 degree program is that employees... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Building-Strong-Coaching-Partnerships.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Building-Strong-Coaching-Partnerships.html The starting point for a coaching assignment is typically a problem that threatens to derail the client’s career. Therefore, upon engagement, the client’s focus of attention and initial expectations typically centre on their problems and weaknesses. There are two reasons for this. Firstly, they have learned through experience that their career success depends largely on overcoming issues and remedying... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-April-2011-Newsletter.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-April-2011-Newsletter.html Greetings A recent survey reveals more than 60% of the workforce either hate their jobs or couldn’t really care less about their work as long as they get paid. A recent article in the New Zealand Herald quotes research conducted by Leadership Management Australasia and the conclusions were drawn from 4000 respondents in New Zealand and Australia when asked how they felt about their jobs. It also repoprted that nearly... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-March-2011-Newsletter.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-March-2011-Newsletter.html Greetings What a few weeks that was! We have longstanding clients and friends in Christchurch and we were so relieved to learn that they are all safe and well.........but certainly shaken! The after shocks seem to never end. And as a small country everyone seems to know someone affected by the earthquake tragedy. Even watching the tevelvision coverage, it is difficult to comprehend the extent of the devastation, knowing full well... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/how-to-play-and-use-The-Coaching-Game:.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/how-to-play-and-use-The-Coaching-Game:.html We recommend using The Coaching Game as a professional tool, with one or more players in one or more of the following situations:  When you want to infuse a breath of fresh air, fun, and spice into a process  When you want to bypass the logic of the executive or employee, and broaden his or her present point of view  when you observe that the executive or employee finds it difficult to express... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Strengthscope-Article:-Where-Can-I-Use-Strengths-Assessments?.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Strengthscope-Article:-Where-Can-I-Use-Strengths-Assessments?.html The use of Strengths Assessments today in business: The applications for strengths assessments seem to get broader all the time. Strengths assessments are being used to powerful effect across a range of HR/talent applications. Of course, the real power comes in the intervention delivered alongside the assessment, e.g. feedback interview, coaching conversation, team facilitation, etc. But the strength assessment process can provide a... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-February-2011-Newsletter.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-February-2011-Newsletter.html Greetings One of our most popular reports is the Team Analysis Report. There are a significant number of uses for the Team Analysis Report and it is easy to use, and easy to generate. It is produced without participants having to complete an additional questionnaire as all the information required is contained in the Personal Analysis Report. Providing team members’ reports are in the online database, it is simply a matter of... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Energy-at-work.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Energy-at-work.html Natalie Dagnall is a qualified lawyer and runs an employment training and advisory consultancy called Lifewize. In this article Natalie discusses the role energy can play in the workplace and its potential impact The aftermath of the Tsunami disaster, has given most of us the energy to take a long hard look at our priorities, perspectives and purpose in life. These new perspectives are likely to include assessment of the... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Building-a-Strengths-focused-Organisation---Getting-Started.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Building-a-Strengths-focused-Organisation---Getting-Started.html Building a Strengths-focused Organisation - Getting Started James Brook Strengths Partnership Ltd Our recent discussions and observations with Human Resources (HR) practitioners and line managers suggests that whilst the vast majority quickly recognise the advantages and possibilities arising from an organisation built around employee strengths and successes rather than weaknesses and 'gaps', the process of... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Transforming-Traditional-Competency-Models.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Transforming-Traditional-Competency-Models.html For over 3 decades, competencies have played a crucial role in the way talent is recruited, deployed and developed by organisations. McClelland's seminal paper in the American Psychologist in 1973 started a powerful "competency movement" in the USA, which quickly spread to the UK and other industrialized nations. McClelland argued that traditional academic exams and IQ tests were ineffective measures for... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC---Extending-People----July-2010.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC---Extending-People----July-2010.html July 2010 Newsletter Greetings How often do we hear of a situation where a new employee starts with great enthusiasm but after a few months the exuberance wanes? This is often followed by a period of less than “average” performance and a further deterioration in effectiveness after an even shorter period of time. This month we look at the approach taken by one of our consultants in tackling such a problem. Extended... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/What-is-the-Extended-DISC®-Assessment-System?.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/What-is-the-Extended-DISC®-Assessment-System?.html What is the Extended DISC® Assessment System? Extended DISC® is an excellent tool designed to help you to make better business decisions - with confidence. Extended DISC® provides you with the information that you need in order to maximise the performance of your people. Furthermore Extended DISC® will give you information that is immediately actionable and that has a positive effect on... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Profiling-Tool.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Profiling-Tool.html Profiling Tool We all want more effective interaction with prospects, co-workers and clients. We also try to effectively influence others to achieve our goals. Unfortunately, it is often challenging to choose how to go about issues and at times we make costly mistakes. Using the Extended DISC® Profiling tool you could be more confident than you are adapting your communication style and actions to the needs of your... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Organisational-Analysis.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Organisational-Analysis.html Organisational Analysis How are organisations using Team Analysis? Some of the most common applications for Team Analysis in organisation are: Team growth Strategic decision making Identification of the successful behaviours Leadership Development Organisational Development Succession Planning Turnover reduction Conflict resolution Understanding intricate issues The “CEO” version of Extended... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC---Extending-People.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC---Extending-People.html June 2010 Newsletter Greetings This month we look at an actual case study of a company that went through a process of complete change in its corporate culture using Extended DISC methodology. Originally the company operated in the wholesale business importing goods and selling mostly to non-profit (or as generally known in Australia, “not for profit”) organisations. After a change in the... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Extended-DISC-Personal-Analysis--behavioural-analysis-tool-for-personal-development-and-careeers.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Extended-DISC-Personal-Analysis--behavioural-analysis-tool-for-personal-development-and-careeers.html The Extended DISC Personal Analysis is a behavioural analysis tool for personal development and career progression. Learn to maximise your natural behavioural characteristics in management, leadership, customer service, selling and any communication. Each analysis provides you with: A description of how you might be seen by others including your key attributes, motivators, communication and decision making style. A... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Accredited-Extended-DISC-Practitioner-Training---Specifically-for-Coaches.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Accredited-Extended-DISC-Practitioner-Training---Specifically-for-Coaches.html As a Coach, a huge part of your successwill eminate from your self-knowledge, and your ability to identify and understand the different styles of people.. No doublt you have processes and systems to assist your clients to  better run their commercial and private lives, now you can have systems and processes to help clients with the most crucial of all skills – ability to accurately, efficiently and quickly... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Get-Your-DISC-Accreditation-Now!.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Get-Your-DISC-Accreditation-Now!.html Get Your IiSC Accreditation Now! Thousands of Australia's largest and most successful organisations choose DISC with us. Get a free sample profile here and join them! DISC is the most innovative and accurate behavioural model on the market. Using the Extended DiSC Accreditation program, your business will achieve peak performance and benefit from: The most comprehensive range of IiSC solutions, services,... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Easy-Online-Performance-Management-System.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Easy-Online-Performance-Management-System.html Easy Performance Management A Vital Factor in Surviving and Thriving In These Economic Times Is Employee Recognition and Performance Improvement. Save Time and Money Developing, Motivating, and Retaining Your Valuable Staff Members ... Easy Pereformance Management is a flexible and secure system that is simple enough for those seeking a basic performance appraisal program yet powerful enough for those desiring advanced features. ... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Suite-of-Assessments-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Suite-of-Assessments-.html “There are many good assessment tools on the market for use in coaching and leadership development—Extended DISC® is just more effective.” Jerold V. Tucker, Principal, The Global Coaching Network, Inc., Former CLO of GTE Over 85% of our customers upgraded from old DISC to Extended DISC® Should you? WHAT IS Extended DISC®? Extended DISC® is an assessment system... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/-large-part-of-any-company’s-success-is-in-first-understanding-it's-people,-as-individuals..html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/-large-part-of-any-company’s-success-is-in-first-understanding-it's-people,-as-individuals..html At Talent Tools, we believe that a large part of any company’s success is in first understanding the people who help their business to function. And that belief ultimately demands that we understand the core concepts of human behavior. Our logic is simple; if you can’t understand why a particular individual performs they way they do at their best, or at their worst, then you can’t really understand why your... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/T-he-Extended-DISC®-System.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/T-he-Extended-DISC®-System.html Create Practical Action Plans The Extended DISC® System is designed to provide users with practical action plans to enhance individual, team and organizational performance. It provides customized and powerful reports on individuals, teams and organizations. However, Extended DISC®is much more than a set of assessment tools. Although assessments have proven to be very beneficial in numerous applications, assessments alone have... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC,-what's-it-all-about?.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC,-what's-it-all-about?.html A Brief History of DISC The Extended DISC® is based on the original four quadrant DISC behavioural model developed by psychologist William Moulton-Marston, who in turn had based his work on another renown psychologist - Carl G Jung. Jukka Sappinen, a recruitment and organisational development consultant from Finland, further refined the original DISC model into the Extended DISC® system it is today between 1991 - 1994. His... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/15-Reasons-Why-You-Should-Use-Extended-DISC®-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/15-Reasons-Why-You-Should-Use-Extended-DISC®-.html To get the most out of your personal or business growth it is important to understand what benefits the Extended DISC can offer you. Listed below are just some of the many benefits the Extended DISC® suite of tools can provide to help any business, no matter how big or small.   In this highly competitive business world it pays to have confidence in the tools you use when managing your most important resource - your... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-can-the-use-of-Extended-DISC-benefit-Professional-firms?-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-can-the-use-of-Extended-DISC-benefit-Professional-firms?-.html              How can the use of Extended DISC benefit Professional firms? The success of any professional firm is largely dependent on two main resources……………… People and Technology The professions provide services and expertise which are... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Leadership-and-Conflict.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Leadership-and-Conflict.html There are many qualities that people look for in a leader: the ability to see what's going on, a high level of self-awareness, the skill to motivate and inspire others, good communication and listening skills, the ability to see the big picture and bring others along. One thing that isn't often in the 'top 10' skills, interestingly enough, is the ability to manage conflict, to create conflict and to resolve it. Like most people, leaders... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Leadership,-Conflict-&-Negotiation-(LCN).html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Leadership,-Conflict-&-Negotiation-(LCN).html "The Leadership, Conflict and Negotiation program is a hands-on, interactive session with skill-building techniques that can be put to immediate use. I successfully used the skills I learned in a negotiation for promotion 1 week after the program! I highly recommend this course to any manager dealing with teams of different individuals in any work environment." Dr. Dale Kummerle Regional Medical Affairs... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict-Dynamics-Profile-Training.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Conflict-Dynamics-Profile-Training.html Conflict Dynamics Profile ® (CDP) Training A One-Day Class for HR, Development and Coaching Professionals Program Overview The Conflict Dynamics Profile (CDP) training class is a one-day program to enable HR, development and coaching professionals the opportunity to use the CDP in their work. Benefits By attending the program, participants: Gain an understanding of the Conflict Dynamics Profile... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Benefits-of-Employee-Profiling-with-Extended-DISC.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Benefits-of-Employee-Profiling-with-Extended-DISC.html 'Extended DISC®' - the most highly sophisticated and advanced profiling tool. D - DOMINANCE  I - INFLUENCE S - STEADINESS C - COMPLIANCE This is not purely a personality profile....but much more! 7 Major Advantages of the Extended DISC Profile System Extended DISC® cannot be fooled! DISC programs and others can be (and often are) answered by people in the way he/she believes the employer would like him/her to... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Welcome-to-Talent-Tools-Affilliates-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Welcome-to-Talent-Tools-Affilliates-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Managing-Workplace-Hot-Buttons.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Managing-Workplace-Hot-Buttons.html  Do you ever wonder why you get upset when a colleague behaves in a certain way? Everyone has different triggers that upset them. These “hot buttons” signal that our values or expectations have been challenged. They typically develop early in life and operate almost unconsciously in adults. How you manage your hot buttons, though, has a lot to do with how effective you are in the workplace. When a person feels... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Talent-Training-2010-Calendar.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Talent-Training-2010-Calendar.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Retention-Optimiser.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Retention-Optimiser.html EMPLOYEE RETENTION IS ARGUABLY THE BIGGEST ISSUE FACING BUSINESS TODAY. Retention Optimiser is an easy to use cost effective internet based software application that helps organisations improve employee retention, commitment, engagement and productivity. ABOUT EMPLOYEE RETENTION Employee mobility rates for many organisations are at record levels and the bad news is that this is likely to get worse as notoriously mobile generation Y... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Train-&-Take-a-Break-Offer.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Train-&-Take-a-Break-Offer.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Boss-Clashes:-How-To-Survive-Personality-Differences-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Boss-Clashes:-How-To-Survive-Personality-Differences-.html Of all the relationships important to any employee, getting along with your boss is top of the list. This person is key to your career growth, your paycheck, and those all important references needed for the next job. If not a necessity, working well with your boss is a smart step for everyone! Following are some suggestions for turning difficult relationships into better ones. 1. Accept your relative roles of power and position Just as... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/TTC-2010.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/TTC-2010.html Date Location Title Duration Places Available     ... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Talent-Trainign-Calendar-2010.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Talent-Trainign-Calendar-2010.html Date Location Title Duration Places Available     ... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Client-Testimonals-for-Extended-DISC.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Client-Testimonals-for-Extended-DISC.html Below are some testimonals from our clients in Australia, New Zealand and the world: ************************************************************************************************ Dr. Marshall Goldsmith "Finally, assessments that provide results for behavioral change, not just analysis reports. Extended DISC® assessments are pragmatic, concise and easy-to-use. They provide a practical model that improves individual,... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-FAQs.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-FAQs.html Below are some frequently asked questions about the Extended DISC Personal Analysis Report. What reading level is the Personal Analysis questionnaire is designed for? Assuming a person has had a normal, proper schooling, he/she should be able to respond to the questionnaire at the age of 15 (it's been done successfully at the age of nine). However, a more important aspect is the formation of one's personality and self-identity. This... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Authorised-Reseller.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Authorised-Reseller.html Would you like to become an Extended DISC® Authorised Reseller? We have a limited number of reseller arrangements with entreprenuerial companies and individuals. There are two main types of authorised resellers: •Training, consulting, coaching and staffing firms that use Extended DISC® tools with their clients in various applications •Entrepreneurial companies and individuals that focus on... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/VIP-Pages.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/VIP-Pages.html Talent Tools provides an exclusive Extended DISC®  VIP website to our VIP Clients. This website contains lots of information including training material and training exercises, marketing and presentations. If you are an existing client who would like access or have forgotten your User Name and Password, please contact us. Login to the VIP Pages. http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Training-Programmes.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Training-Programmes.html Talent Tools offers a number of Extended DISC® training programmes throughout Australia and South-East Asia. Online Training . These sessions can be anywhere from 1 to 3 hours and tailored to your requirements. For further informaiton on our Online Training, contact us today! Extended DISC® Accreditation Training http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Test-Drive-Extended-DISC®-Today.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Test-Drive-Extended-DISC®-Today.html For a free Personal Analysis Report, contact us today! http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Online-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Online-.html Extended DISC® Online  (EDOS)  Questionnaire Completion Websites: Personal Analysis - to complete a Personal Analysis Report online (access code required). Open 360 - to complete an Open 360 questionnaire online (organisation name and password required). Surveys Platform - to complete a Survey online (access code required). Profiling Tool - to complete the Profiling Tool online (access code... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Tailored-ReportsExtended-DISC®-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Tailored-ReportsExtended-DISC®-.html Tailored Report is a modified version of Extended DISC Personal Analysis Report. You can simply change the appearance of the report or you can add content to a standard Personal Analysis Report by creating an “Optional Section” that could be a workbook, reading instructions, information about you etc. Once you have a Tailored Report, you can choose to use it each time you create a new access code. Tailored Reports can... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Specific-Style-Reports.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Specific-Style-Reports.html Extended DISC® has 10 Specific Style Reports that can be included in the Personal Analysis Report. This 2 page add-on relates the individual's Personal Analysis to a more specific style. The 10 styles are: •Office •Entrepreneurial •Leadership •Project •Team •Customer Service •Information Technology •Management •Sales •Training The... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Job-Comparison.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Job-Comparison.html What is Extended DISC® Job Comparison? The Extended DISC® Job Comparison report is an add-on to the Personal Analysis Report and allows you to select one of the below Job Compentencies and assess the significance of 20 statements using a 1 to 10 scale. It enables users to quickly define important job requirements and measure a “Person’s natural inclination” vs. “Job... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Research-Module.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Research-Module.html The Personal Analysis questionnaire can be amended by using a Research Module. A Research Module allows you to add tailored questions to a standard Extended DISC Personal Analysis questionnaire, which enables you to collect additional data from the respondent. What is Research Module used for? Research Module can be used for several applications. Examples could be recruitment (when a client wants to add additional questions to the... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Surveys-Platform.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Surveys-Platform.html Extended DISC® Surveys Platform is an online platform that allows you to conduct survey applications using your own instruments. It eliminates the administrative frustrations by automating the process. Surveys Platform is a customizable and flexible tool for conducting large scale surveys cost effectively. Organizational Climate Surveys and Customer Satisfaction Surveys are among the most popular applications. Extended DISC®... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Team-Alignment.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Team-Alignment.html  Extended DISC® Team Alignment is designed to provide specific information to focus team development efforts. Team Alignment may help if you are: •frustrated with the performance of your team(s). •unhappy with the results of your previous team development efforts. •spending too much money, time and effort identifying the real causes of performance problems. •uncertain how you can... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Profiling-Tool.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Profiling-Tool.html We all want to interact more effectively with prospects, customers and co-workers. We also try to effectively influence others to achieve our goals. Unfortunately, it is often challenging to adopt the best approach and at times we make costly mistakes. Imagine if you could be more confident than you are adapting your communication style and actions to the needs of your customers, co-workers, boss and subordinates. You would close more sales,... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Reasoning-Analysis.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Reasoning-Analysis.html  Extended DISC® Reasoning Analysis Extended DISC® Reasoning Analysis assess the following areas: 1. Abstract Logic •ability to understand “the big picture” by connecting different concepts •memory to recall frame of reference •general learning skills which can be developed 2. Understanding Logical Processes •ability to understand cause-effect... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Job-Analysis-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Job-Analysis-.html  Job Analysis answers a very difficult question that most organizations struggle with: “What are the specific behavioral requirements for this job that will produce the desired results?” Typically our clients know what skills and competencies are needed from employees to achieve success. However, when it comes to the behaviors, the issues become unclear and challenging. Extended DISC® Job Analysis is... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Personal-Analysis-360°.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Personal-Analysis-360°.html Personal Analysis 360° is a unique 360° feedback tool because it allows an assessor to communicate how he/she perceives the behavioral style of others and how he/she would like others to modify their behaviors for better performance. The tool has no good/bad categories, making it impossible for the assessors to intentionally provide good or bad feedback. Assessors cannot “get back at others” or try to make... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Open-360°.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Open-360°.html Extended DISC® Open 360° is an online platform that allows clients to conduct 360° feedback measurements using their own instruments. It eliminates the administrative frustrations by automating the process. What is Open 360°? Open 360° is a customizable and flexible tool for measuring skills, competencies and behaviors. It is an excellent tool for applications such as coaching, leadership and... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Organisational-Analysis.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Organisational-Analysis.html How are organizations using Team Analysis? Some of the most common applications for Team Analysis in organization are: •Team development •Strategic decision making •Identification of the effective behaviors •Leadership Development •Organizational Development •Succession Planning •Turnover reduction •Conflict resolution •Understanding complex... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Team-Analysis.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Team-Analysis.html Extended DISC® Team Analysis From CEOs to front line employees, Extended DISC® Team Analysis is everyone’s favorite. It is a powerful tool that has many applications and yet is so easy to use and understand. Team Analysis provides a clear, easy-to-use framework to understand complex issues quickly, to solve problems and to improve performance. It also presents a safe environment to discuss challenging topics... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Work-Pair-Analysis.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Work-Pair-Analysis.html Extended DISC® Work Pair Analysis is a very powerful tool. It is easy to use and very cost effective. It is no wonder that it is so widely utilized. Work Pair Analysis is designed to provide information that allows two individuals to take action that will have a positive impact on their performance. Work Pair Analysis is a tool that combines the results of two individuals into one, user-friendly report. It identifies the styles of... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Personal-Analysis-and-Individual-Assessments.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC®-Personal-Analysis-and-Individual-Assessments.html The Extended DISC® Personal Analysis and Individual Assessments are our most popular tools. Their success is based on their strong ability to provide information to make better decisions. Too often assessments tell us what we already know: "Oh yes, that's me." If a tool only provides information that the user is already aware of, it has very limited value. The Extended DISC® Personal Analysis and Individual... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/FAQ's.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/FAQ's.html // wtslog('al177216','3','http',page_name,invisible,text_counter);  Frequently Asked Questions                      Helpful Tips in a handout format about using and interpreting the Extended DISC® Personal Analysis. FAQ - Extended... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/10-Conflict-Resolution-Mistakes-To-Avoid.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/10-Conflict-Resolution-Mistakes-To-Avoid.html Conventional wisdom (and research) says that good communication can improve relationships, increasing intimacy, trust and support. The converse is also true: poor communication can weaken bonds, creating mistrust and even contempt! Here are some examples of negative and even destructive attitudes and communication patterns that can exacerbate conflict in a relationship. Any of these sound familiar? 1. Avoiding Conflict... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Talent-Training-Calendar.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Talent-Training-Calendar.html Date Location Title Duration In-House Only   Special Handling Required - Those "Difficult" People 1.5 Hrs In-House Only ... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Details-of-Extended-DISC-Profiles,-Assessments,-360-Feedback-&-Reports.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Details-of-Extended-DISC-Profiles,-Assessments,-360-Feedback-&-Reports.html Talent Tools offers a range of Extended DISC® assessments that are flexible and can be tailored to meet your requirements. The assessments are available on their own or as part of a bespoke solution for coaching and development, team building, leadership training and selection and organisational development. The questionnaires can be administered quickly and easily over the Internet or by pen and paper. Extended DISC®... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-in-Your-Workplace-Certification-Programs.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-in-Your-Workplace-Certification-Programs.html Our Extended DISCin Your Workplace Certification Programs -  Inhouse  Training  - run at your premises or off-site. There are two modules; Module 1:     Enhancing Individual Performance  -  1 Day Module 2:      Enhancing Team Performance  -  1 Day  (Module 1 is a... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Training-&-Certification-Options.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Training-&-Certification-Options.html Talent Tools provides a  range of training options to suit all levels of implementing Extended DISC in your organisation or business.  For a free quote, please call 1800 768 569 or simply email us.                                        ... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-teams-can-capitalize-on-conflict.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/How-teams-can-capitalize-on-conflict.html Organizations now rely heavily on teams and teamwork to conduct much of their business. The burgeoning diversity of team members, which increases the likelihood of divergent perspectives, is simultaneously a strength and a challenge. Also, often teams are geographically dispersed, making face-to-face communication difficult. Teams are being asked for new ideas, better methods, and novel approaches to help their organizations compete.... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Outplacement:-Down-but-not-out-.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Outplacement:-Down-but-not-out-.html Outplacement: Down but not out Source:  HC Magazine  http://www.hcamag.com/features/33537/details.aspx accessed 16 March 2009 If you want proof that very few people predicted the current global economic downturn, look no further than the March 2008 survey by Towers Perrin (2008 Business and Workforce Challenges). The survey reported that broad layoffs were not likely and organisations were focusing on growth.... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Excessive-Need-to-be-Me.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Excessive-Need-to-be-Me.html Each of us has a pile of behaviour which we define as “me.” It’s the chronic behaviour, both positive and negative, that we think of as our inalterable essence. If we’re a person who’s chronically poor at returning phone calls—whether because we’re overcommitted or simply rude, or we believe that if people really need to talk to us they’ll call until they get... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Positive-Psychology-Approach-to-Goal-Management.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/The-Positive-Psychology-Approach-to-Goal-Management.html Business leaders manage goals by setting and systematically striving to achieve them. While management and organizational researchers have laid the groundwork for goal management, the emerging field of Positive Psychology appears to offer many additional findings and insights that will help managerial leaders be more effective as they define and pursue goals. Factors such as character strengths, optimism, and resilience can play... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/An-Introduction-toThe-Playing-to-Strengths-Approach.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/An-Introduction-toThe-Playing-to-Strengths-Approach.html Strengths are those activities that make you feel strong. Strengths are made up of three things: 1. Talents. Talents are innate Because you are so close to your own talents, they are most effectively measured by profiles such as the Extended DISC Personal Analysis. These profiles give you a way to step back from yourself and identify your recurring talents, such as competitiveness, or what-if thinking, or altruism, or whatever... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Team-Analysis-Report-–-Scatter-Map,-and-Job-Fit.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-Team-Analysis-Report-–-Scatter-Map,-and-Job-Fit.html The Scatter Map in the Extended DISC Team Analysis Report invites questions that some users may not have considered. Last month we looked at team tasking and this month we will consider some other aspects of the Scatter Map, and specifically Job Fit, Team Fit and Pair Fit. One of the important issues in any team is to ensure that the individuals and their job requirements match. So, one should ask the following questions: 1. How well... http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-201:--Surveys-Platform.html http://talenttools.com.au/articles/Extended-DISC-201:--Surveys-Platform.html Extended DISC 201:  Surveys Platform   The Extended DISC Surveys Platform was developed specifically for the workplace to become a platform for all types of survey studies.   It includes two fully customisable base or default questionnaires to measure corporate climate and customer satisfaction. The Extended DISC Team Alignment tool, which is very popular with executive and management teams, has also been...