Whether coaching an individual for personal or professional ends, or helping a team come together to either work on an ad-hoc project, or achieve a long-term mission, a coach/consultant can both save the client time and contribute to a better result by having a good understanding of what makes everyone "tick."

Many tools are available, but the one I have the most confidence and trust in, based on a lot of experience, is the Birkman Method.

The Birkman Method is a proven and validated methodology for increasing personal, team and organizational effectiveness.  It has been used for more than 50 years to assess human potential, enhance performance and transform corporate culture.

The Birkman Assessment is delivered over the Web, standard Web browsers, and editable PDF files. It takes about an hour. We both get a comprehensive analysis of things like individual interests, usual behavioral style, motivational needs and stress behavior. With this information, both the individual and the manager can work together to create an action path that leads to personal satisfaction and satisfies the organization's evolving needs. Try the link to see a sample yourself.

Why do I like it? What Makes Birkman Different?

Birkman is non-judgmental.  It focuses on the similarities and differences between people and how these  – properly managed – can make for more effective teams and organizations.