The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a psychological tool designed to measure personality preferences and categorize individuals into one of 16 personality types. The MBTI assesses personality along four dichotomies, each representing opposite preferences:
- Extraversion vs. Introversion
- Sensing vs. Intuition
- Thinking vs. Feeling
- Judging vs. Perceiving
MBTI is widely used in organizational settings, career counseling, and personal development. It can provide some insights to employees and leadership and should be used as a tool for self-reflection and discussion as a team.
Here’s how hosting an MBTI workshop can help your team:
Communication & Team Building
Understanding the diverse personalities within a team can help improve communication and collaboration. By identifying individual preferences in how people approach tasks, make decisions, and interact with others, teams can enhance their effectiveness and productivity.
Leadership Development
The MBTI can be used to help individuals understand their leadership style and preferences. This self-awareness can be valuable for leadership development programs, allowing leaders to play to their strengths and work on areas that may benefit from improvement.
Conflict Resolution
Awareness of personality differences can contribute to conflict resolution and improved workplace relationships. By recognizing that individuals may have different ways of approaching problems or making decisions, teams can navigate disagreements more effectively.
Self-awareness
The MBTI can provide individuals with insights into their own preferences and tendencies. This self-awareness can be valuable for personal and professional development, helping individuals understand how they approach tasks, make decisions, and interact with others.
Interested in scheduling an MBTI workshop? Book a meeting to discuss!
