Why Uniqueness Matters: Personality and Individuality
Nobody else has your personality. Unique individuality is the concept that no one ever has been, is, or will be precisely like you. It’s also what differentiates human intelligence from artificial intelligence. But uniqueness is more than a feel-good concept. When we measure individuality with personality assessments, we can predict performance, empower behavioural change, and […]
From Shortage to Strength: Rethinking Talent Attraction and Retention in 2026
Across industries, organisations are facing a paradox: demand for skills is accelerating, yet the supply of people willing—and able—to fill critical roles is tightening. What began as a short-term disruption has evolved into a structural talent shortage, placing sustained pressure on leaders, HR teams, and hiring managers. At the same time, retention has emerged as […]
Understanding the Hogan Competency Model: The Science Behind Great Leadership
Building effective, future‑ready leaders starts with understanding what great looks like — and that’s exactly what the Hogan Competency Model (HCM) provides. Backed by decades of global research and integrated into PBC’s evidence‑based leadership solutions, the HCM helps organisations identify, measure, and develop the behaviours that drive real performance. What Is the Hogan Competency […]
When Leaders Hesitate: The Hidden Costs to Team Performance
A team leader who hesitates to make decisions stifles innovation, delays progress, and quietly trains their team to stop trying. Here’s how it works: The team presents an idea, and the leader says, “Hmm, let me think about it.” Then nothing happens. The next idea gets the same response. Suggestions for change and improvements stall […]
The Psychology of Underdog Leadership
World history and literature are full of stories and legends of underdog leadership: people who have defied the odds of expected defeat. How do they find a way to lead others to success? And what makes underdogs so appealing that we feel compelled to cheer for them? On episode 143 of The Science of Personality, cohosts Ryne Sherman, […]
Top Trends in Personality Assessment Usage in 2026
The only certainty about 2026 is uncertainty. AI deployment is accelerating, skills demands are evolving, and the workforce is anxious. These forces make effective leadership more essential than ever—and personality assessment especially critical for organisations facing bewildering transition. Understanding these talent challenges is necessary for organisations looking to maximise the strategic value of personality assessment […]
Strategies for Technical Leadership Development
Many technical experts are promoted into management as a reward for excellent performance, then struggle almost immediately. The skills that made them expert individual contributors don’t translate to effective performance in leadership roles. For technical leaders, leadership development can be the difference between success and failure. On episode 142 of The Science of Personality, cohosts Ryne Sherman, PhD, […]
PBC Webinar: From Individual Insight to Team Impact: Using the Hogan 360 to Elevate Collective Performance
Join Peter Berry and Kate Modic for a practical and insightful session exploring how the Hogan 360 can be used not only to strengthen individual leaders, but also to enhance team effectiveness, alignment, and psychological safety. Date: 26th March 2026 Time: 10-11 AM(AEDT) | 12-1 PM (NZDT) Drawing on the Hogan 360’s robust leadership framework, global benchmarks, and strengths‑and‑opportunities data, […]
Is Workplace Gossip Good or Bad?
Workplace gossip has a reputation problem. Most view gossip at work as disruptive, unproductive, or even toxic to company culture. But informal communication through social networks may serve an important organisational purpose. Leaders need to understand that workplace gossip can be beneficial or harmful, depending on how it’s used and managed. On episode 141 of The Science of […]
The Cost of Cynicism and Distrust at Work
Some leaders see threats everywhere. A colleague’s suggestion becomes a power play. A team member’s question becomes insubordination. Constructive feedback becomes a personal attack. When scepticism tips into chronic distrust, it doesn’t merely damage relationships. It derails leadership effectiveness. These are clear signs of workplace cynicism. Scepticism serves leaders well when it sharpens judgment and […]