The Team Assessment That Speaks Human
Have Real Conversations Without a Decoder Ring
Are you detail-oriented? Calm and composed? Creative? Driven?
These aren't just random personality traits - they're fundamental aspects of how we work, communicate, and contribute to our teams. After years of facilitating team building workshops, I've been hesitant to add an assessment to my toolkit. But when I discovered the Principles US assessment from the powerhouse trio of Dr. Adam Grant, Dr. Bryan Little, and Ray Dalio, my decision became crystal clear.
Here's why I'm excited to bring this tool to my clients:
Clear, Human Language No psychological jargon or complex frameworks to decode. The assessment speaks in plain English about real workplace behaviors and preferences. When someone learns they're a "Growth Seeker" who is "deeply inquisitive" and "calm under pressure," they immediately understand what that means for their work.
Layered Insights That Drive Conversation From high-level archetypes to specific behavioral traits, each layer of the assessment provides natural conversation starters. This perfectly complements my LEGO Serious Play workshops, where we use storytelling and metaphor to explore how team members work together.
Practical Application for Real Teams This isn't just interesting information - it's actionable intelligence. Understanding your team's working preferences helps:
Position people for their best work
Identify potential sources of conflict before they arise
Create more effective meeting structures
Guide meaningful one-on-one conversations
Prevent burnout by aligning work with natural strengths
As a facilitator, one of my core beliefs is that better understanding leads to better collaboration. The Principles US assessment gives teams a shared language to discuss how they work best - whether they're natural leaders who inspire others, methodical problem-solvers who dive deep into details, or adaptable collaborators who thrive on change.
When combined with the hands-on, storytelling power of LEGO Serious Play, this assessment becomes another valuable tool for building stronger, more self-aware teams who can work together more effectively.
Understanding the complexity of team communication is half the battle. Solving it is the other half. Let us help your team navigate these complexities with our LEGO-based sessions on communication, collaboration, and connection. Contact us today to learn more and see how we can transform your team's communication dynamics. Let's build a better team together!
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