Every professional, in the process of their career, will encounter a circumstance which requires solid problem solving skills. Whether it is in the process of fulfilling their daily responsibilities or working on a large project, professionals can find themselves defined by how they approach problem solving. However, today’s professional has to keep several elements in mind.
In the past, problem solving was conducted in a vacuum. Decision makers made educated choices based on their needs and to fulfill their specific territorial demands but with little consideration to other stakeholders. While this methodology may have worked in the past, it is no longer valid today. There are too many people, too many stakeholders, which may be impacted by even the simplest decision; therefore, it is important to keep those individuals in mind when making and implementing a decision.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Keirsey Temperament Sorter
In terms of the Myers Briggs Personality test, this tool gives the test taker results on their temperment and personality characteristics, similar to the MB Type II Indicator: The Keirsey Temperament Sorter. While personality tests are really not a valid way to make employment-based decisions, the information contained within those tests are always interesting. Just be careful, though. These types of assessments have been proven to be easily "gamed" by the test taker.
The Jerk-O-Meter
Along the lines of workplace bullying. Here is a fun little assessment you might enjoy. The Jerk-O-Meter: http://www.media.mit.edu/press/jerk-o-meter
Stamping Out Workplace Bullies
Stamping Out Workplace Bullies is an article dealing with the increasing recognition that bullies aren’t necessarily just on the playground. With bullying impacting everything from productivity to turn-over, employers are starting to initiate programs meant to address this resource-draining problem.
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