The Hidden Cost of a Toxic Workplace Environment
We’ve all experienced the colleague who brings the mood down, the boss who thrives on chaos, or the team member whose negativity drains the energy from the room. A toxic workplace environment is caused by the toxic behaviour of employees and affects organisations around the globe. But what may not be obvious is the significant […]
The 2024 Derailers of the Year
The year 2024 seemed to go by in the blink of an eye, yet it was full of newsworthy people and events that relate to the Hogan Development Survey (HDS). That’s right—we’ve announced our 2024 derailers of the year. Since the inception of The Science of Personality in 2020, cohosts Ryne Sherman, PhD, and Blake Loepp have done an annual […]
A Quick and Dirty Guide to Validity & Reliability
Choosing the right assessment for selecting or developing employees can make or break the success of a talent initiative. Why bother using assessments that don’t predict performance, or that fail to resonate with your business leaders? When deciding on the right assessment for your valuable talent, pay attention to the scientific rigor with which the […]
Three Types of Social Influence: Conformity, Compliance, and Obedience
We’ve all allowed others to influence our decisions, whether consciously or subconsciously. But what underlying psychological factors are at play? How do social forces change the way we think, feel, and behave? Recently on The Science of Personality, cohosts Ryne Sherman, PhD, and Blake Loepp chatted about how social interaction can cause people to change their behaviours. “The influence […]
Navigating Leadership Transitions: Advice for New CEOs
What unique transition challenges do new CEOs face? How can they optimise high performance in the crucial first few months? Recently on The Science of Personality, cohosts Ryne Sherman, PhD, and Blake Loepp spoke with Ty Wiggins, PhD, who is the lead for the CEO and executive transition practice at Russell Reynolds Associates. He is the author of The New […]
PBC HPTA Live Interactive Certification Workshops
Join us for a comprehensive 90-minute virtual workshop designed for professionals seeking certification in the High Performing Team Assessment (HPTA). HPTA certification enables consultants and professionals to measure team performance and culture. Certified users can provide feedback around the effectiveness of a team across 12 critical themes for success. Equip yourself to: Help teams understand […]
PBC Hogan 360 Live Interactive Certification Workshops
Join us for a comprehensive 2-hour virtual workshop designed for professionals seeking certification in the Hogan 360 assessment. Hogan 360 certification enables coaches, managers, and professionals to gain the skills to help leaders understand their reputation at work using an industry-leading, data-driven assessment. Certified users will be equipped to: Understand a leader’s unique strengths and […]
PBC Webinar – The Power of Perspective: A Case Study on Combining Personality and 360 Feedback for Leadership Development
📅14th November 2024 🕜10:00 – 11:00 AM (AEDT) | 12:00-1:00 PM (NZDT) Join Rasheeq Zaman and Brian Langsworth as they delve into the combined power of Hogan Personality and Hogan 360 assessments to drive impactful leadership growth. Through a real-world case study, this session will demonstrate how blending both insights creates a well-rounded view of […]
The Psychology of Nightmares
Do personality characteristics relate to nightmares? If so, which? Recently on The Science of Personality, cohosts Ryne Sherman, PhD, and Blake Loepp spoke with returning podcast guest Zlatan Krizan, PhD, professor of psychology at Iowa State University, about the psychology of nightmares. As a child, Zlatan had a recurring nightmare of a gorilla coming down a hallway toward his […]
The Hidden Drawbacks of a Nice Corporate Culture
Niceness isn’t always as nice as it seems. As many organisations with a nice corporate culture are finding out, having a reputation for niceness can carry some challenges. A nice culture sometimes focuses on getting along to the detriment of delivering results. Recently on The Science of Personality, cohosts Ryne Sherman, PhD, and Blake Loepp discussed how a nice […]
