by Amy Shepley | Apr 18, 2016 | Executive Coaching, The Birkman
ESTEEM REVERSALS By: Amy Shepley What is a “reversal” and how do you explain it? In Birkman, a “reversal” occurs when an individual’s Usual style (which can be seen by others) and his Stress behavior (unfortunately, also seen!) is the opposite of his underlying Need....
by Amy Shepley | Dec 8, 2015 | Executive Coaching, Leadership, The Birkman
The Challenge Component A common characteristic of humans is that we tend to think we are normal; therefore, people who are similar to us are normal, as well. Your boss likely has a comfort level with high Challenge individuals because she understands them and that...
by Cyndi Wineinger | Jul 30, 2015 | Career, Executive Coaching, The Birkman
What does Birkman mean by Structure? The Need for Structure in Planning and Organizing Following plans, finishing tasks, dealing with detailed tasks, using a systematic approach and their opposites. Flexibility vs. Structure STRUCTURE relates to organization and...
by Cyndi Wineinger | Jul 9, 2015 | Career, Executive Coaching, The Birkman
What does Birkman mean by Acceptance? The Need for Acceptance in Relating to People in Groups Talkativeness, enjoyment of people in groups, enjoyment of social laughter, approachability, and their opposites. Alone vs. Group ACCEPTANCE measures how you relate to groups...
