Assessments Today

True Colors - Team Building Workshops

I have decided that it is time to get back into doing more True Color Workshops.  True Colours is a stand alone program or a very effective kick off event for a team building retreat.  The Personality Dimensions (True Colors) workshop is designed to help participants become more effective communicators and enhance team building skills.  

For the past few years, since moving to Europe, I have been promoting and using The Platinum Rule for my team building activities. I still love this tool but I have missed doing the True Colors.  The Personality Dimension assessment could be viewed as a "simplified" Myers Briggs Type Indicator.  It is so much easier to grasp and remember.  More importantly, it doesn't box or label people.  So for those who like Jung and MBTI - this is a fantastic team tool.

 Personality Dimensions (True Colors) Intro 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 

What it is?

The Personality Dimensions workshop is a self-awareness program that builds on the foundations established by the work of David Keirsey, Linda Berens and Don Lowry. It helps people become more effective communicators and enhance team-building skills. Through the use of four colours, Resourceful Orange, Organized Gold, Inspiring Green, and Authentic Blue, workshop participants become aware of four basic personality types. Each personality is unique and needs to be differently rewarded. This is often used successfully as a kick off event for a team building retreat. 

How it works? 

In the activity-based presentation, participants learn to appreciate their diversity and improve their self-esteem by being introduced to the Personality Dimensions theory and sorting various four colour-coded cards as well as completing a validated short word sort instrument. Participants are then regrouped according to their ‘personality colour’ and, with the aid of colour coded props, present answers to specific questions. Presentations are analyzed and discussed for similarities and differences. The presentations also allow them to scrutinize the skills they need to strengthen to become even more effective team members.

Programme structure 

A minimum of 2.5 hours deliver time is required to introduce the concepts and complete the activities. Ideal group size is 12 to 20.   Handouts are kept to a minimum but the Participant Package, with a 13-page booklet, is part of the materials required. (Cards must be returned along with the top page of the instrument.) The workshop is delivered in English but materials are provided in either French or English.

This workshop is highly interactive and energetic. I am Level One certified to deliver this material and has personally delivered this workshop to over 600 people.  Please feel free to contact me directly if you need any other information or some references. 

Cyndi Lauper's song and lyrics are wonderful and I sometimes use it to move between activities - enjoy.

 

 

Testimonial

“Colour us THANKFUL!... we found you to be a dynamic, knowledgeable and, certainly an entertaining leader. We talked about it for days and we were all anxious to find out if our hunches about family members were right.  Thank you so very much for an informative, informal, fun evening. It allowed us to better understand the people we work with and to appreciate how vital different colours are to a properly functioning team."

Master of Applied Positive Psychology

I received this email this morning and thought I would post it verbatim here for you:

We are happy to announce that the Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) program at the University of Pennsylvania is now accepting applications for the 2009-2010 academic year.

We are looking for the next class to join the more than 150 students who have enrolled in this extraordinary program in the four years since its inception and who are currently applying positive psychology in education, medicine, law, business, psychotherapy, counseling, coaching, consulting, and elsewhere. Some of the younger graduates of our program have now gone on to Ph.D., J.D., or M.D. programs to further their training before engaging in the practice of positive psychology.

Because MAPP is offered on an executive education model, most of our students continue to work full time during the year and commute to Philadelphia--from across the United States and as far away as Mexico, the United Kingdom, Sudan, South Korea, and New Zealand!--for the on-site classes. While many students have already earned other Master's degrees or even Ph.D.'s, only a Bachelor's degree is required for admission.

If you hold at least a Bachelor's degree (or will complete one this spring), have an excellent academic record, and are interested in learning about positive psychology and its applications from leading researchers and practitioners in the field, we invite you to find out more about our program. If you think the program may be a good fit for you, we encourage you to submit an application before the deadline of March 1, 2009.

For more information about our program, please visit our website at www.pennpositivepsych.org.

In addition to general program information, the website contains a link to a recorded Virtual Information Session that features input from administrators, professors, students, and alumni of the MAPP program.

Please feel free to pass this message along to anyone else you know who might be interested in this program.

Whatever you choose to do in this New Year, we hope it will be one of authentic happiness for you and yours.

Sincerely,

Marty Seligman
Director
Positive Psychology Center
University of Pennsylvania

James Pawelski
Director of Education and Senior Scholar
Positive Psychology Center
University of Pennsylvania

New Training: Online learning of the Enneagram with Helen Palmer

As many of my readers know, I am a great fan of the Enneagram.  While I don't use it much in the workplace, I do sometimes recommend it with coaching clients and I personally have been a student for about a dozen years. 

No matter which Enneagram Instrument you choose to use - if you do - then in-depth training is essential.   I first studied under Hurly and Dobson (Donson).  There are many other reputable "teachers" out there and I would personally recommend both Riso-Hudson and Helen Palmer.  I received this announcement a few weeks ago from Helen:

It is my great pleasure to announce that we now have a distance learning platform for teaching the Enneagram in an academic setting over the internet. 

The online course is entitled “Using the Enneagram in Psychological Assessment and Practice”. This American Psychological Association approved e-course offers insightful new material that is immediately applicable, whether your interest is professional improvement, personal growth or spiritual development. I am pleased to be team teaching this material with an articulate group of panelists representing each of the nine types and Marlene Cresci Cohen, PhD.,  a practicing clinical psychologist, colleague, and dear friend. Marlene’s type-specific analysis brings fresh insights that validate and uphold the psychological integrity of the Enneagram, while my contributions focus on the spiritual. The e-course is available at www.enneagram.com and through the University’s main website. I have included a short audio message here that introduces the e-course.

The announcement of this online course coincides with the launch of a new website, www.Enneagram.com. Enneagram.com is focused on the online delivery of audio and video resources for the study of the Enneagram. In addition, it offers a free email newsletter that will inform and entertain you on topics related to the Enneagram.

The Top Ten Criteria For Selecting an Assessment

I have decided to make this available to everyone who come to the blog.  Sorry, the notes are only for those who registered.  Recording of teleclass with Roberta Hill on Monday, March 12th, 2007 on the Top Ten Criteria to consider before selecting an assessment.

Fre*e Teleclass: Ten Criteria for Selecting An Assessment

Over the years, my most popular (bar none) teleclass has been on the topic of how to select an assessment to use in your coaching or training. I have identified ten criteria that must be considered to meet your own personal and business needs.

This is the first time it is being offered since I moved to Switzerland – over one and a half years ago.

I am asking that you submit your email in order to register for so that I can send out my two page summary notes and the audio link - if you would like them and if you would like the information but can't attend.
 

Title: Ten Criteria for Selecting An Assessment
Date: Monday, March 19^th, 2007
Time: Noon Pacific, 3 pm Eastern, 7 pm GMT (one hour)
Cost:  Free
Register: Send an email to: teleclassnow@aweber.com

And you will receive the bridge line information. If you do NOT click the link to confirm, you can still attend and I will won’t bother you again but you won’t get the notes or follow-up email.

And you will receive the bridge line information. I am using the new  Skype Plus system which means if you have Skype the call will be free  - if you live in the US or Europe, you can use a specific number for that country. If you do NOT click the link to confirm, you can still attend and I  will won't bother you again but you won't get the notes or follow-up  email.  If you can not attend  click to confirm and I will send you the handout and link for the recording.

Agenda:
This is content heavy and so I tend to share a lot of information and answer as many questions as possible in generic form.  I will give a high level overview of the two most popular assessments in
the corporate world and how they stack up to the 10 criteria.  (What are the two?  The MBTI and the DISC.)

For those who do attend and are interested in adding an assessment to their business, I will be offering a complimentary Platinum Rule Assessment.

If you are not already a subscriber to my monthly ezine on assessments, I hope you will register by using the form in the upper left or by sending an email to: AssessmentsNow@aweber.com

Coach Handout to Free Effective Time Management Profile

My complimentary Stress Profile for coaches was well received as my Christmas gift to my readers. So I have decided to do something similar but even bigger. I am offering a free Time Management Effectiveness Profile that retails for $14.95. First, there will be NO NEED to sign up to get the information – the link will be posted directly at: www.PersonalityTestsNow.com Second, you are welcome to share this link with anyone – clients, colleagues, and friends. They will be able to directly download their own Time Management Effectiveness Profile.

You can download the one page coach handout to Effective Time Management that compliments the profile here. And only IF you are a subscriber to my Ezine will receive in a special March 20th edition a link to download a 12 page Time Effectiveness Skill Builder Booklet.

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: AssessmentsNow-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Disc Training a Big Success

The two hour telelcass on an introduction to Disc Assessments was fully subscribed with 20 resgistrations - actually we went one over. I recorded the program and developed notes which are now posted on my web site.

The DISC training was such a success, that I am offering another version in late January – one class of 90 minutes plus access to the previous taped classes. Look for the amazing extra bonus if you register before January 5th, 2005.

Here are some testimonials from the first program:

“Roberta Hill’s DISC training was outstanding.  Roberta packs so much into the teleclasses.  The included material was worth the price of admission alone.  I loved the clear and concise explanation of the different DISC styles.  The background history of the origin of DISC and how it compares to the history of MBTI was very valuable.  There was great information on the various DISC vendors.  The class interaction was very helpful too.” 

Warwick Fairfax, Coach

"Roberta's presentation style was insightful, interactive and very informative. This teleclass will help anyone interested in their daily interactions with other people by allowing a clear understanding of what style will work with each individual. Her willingness to share her expertise was greatly appreciated. Support material and experiencing the assessment first hand was invaluable." -  Anthony C., Verona Beach, USA.

“Just want to say thank you for this class.  I always learn so much from you, and you make it a fun and enjoyable learning experience!”   Cherie Sprague, Coach

“I found the training to be very targeted and easy to understand.  I also enjoyed having you as the trainer.  You came across as very genuine and extremely knowledgeable in your subject matter, which I appreciated.”    Linda Cohan MSW,CSC     Business/Personal Coach

COST:  $74.50 USD 

Date and Time:  January 24^th, 4 pm EASTERN time zone (1 pm Pacific and 9 pm GMT).  This program has been taped for those registered to listen to for 30 days. 

What we will cover in the two sessions:

• Overview of the DISC model and theory

• When and how to administer a DISC assessment

• Answering the tough questions from your clients

• Review of at least six different on-line vendors including costs, pros and cons

• A full DISC Profile for you to try yourself and discuss overviews in class

BONUS:  Receive your own Personal multi-rater DISC Profile retailing at $59.95 AND a 12 page Coaching Effectiveness Skills PDF with Template from HRD Press.  (This can be used in paper version one on one with your clients but we trust you will not redistribute it.)  Total package value $145.50.

If you order before January 5^th:  Receive an additional Personal multi-rater DISC Profile retailing at $59.95 for you to send to a client or friend.  (You provide the person’s name and email to me before January 31^st and the assessment must be completed within 30 days.)

Register NOW to receive your bonus of a DISC Profile and eBook:

If this link does not work, cut and past the following URL into your browser:

http://www.cartville.com/app/javanof.asp?MerchantID=29035&ProductID=2488361

(All the material and the assessment will be sent to you with the bridge line 10 days prior to the start of the teleclass.)

Teleclass Series for DISC

DISC Teleclass Training

A quick Google search for DISC Profiles will return 2.5 million hits!  How can a coach sort through all this information?  Now you can.

To help coaches get a better grasp of the DISC Model and the various public offerings out there, Roberta Hill is offering an Introductory Teleclass series (two classes one hour each).  This program will be taped for those registered to listen to for 30 days.  Can’t attend?  See complimentary offer below.

What is DISC?

Here is the tag line for this instrument: "The DISC is the universal language of behavior." All DISC products stem from the theories of William Marsten's work from the twenties. Research has shown that behavioral characteristics can be grouped together in four major divisions called personality styles. People with similar styles tend to exhibit specific behavioral characteristics common to that style. All people share these four styles in varying degrees of intensity. The acronym DISC stands for the four personality styles represented by the letters: D (Drive), I (Influence), S (Steadiness), and C (Compliance or Conscientious or Contemplative depending on the particular instrument).

COST:  $49.95 USD  ($74.50 USD after October 20^th)

Dates and Time:  Monday, November 14^th and Thursday November 17^th at 1 pm EASTERN time zone (10 am Pacific and 6 pm GMT).  This program will be taped for those registered to listen to for 30 days.  Can’t attend?  See complimentary offer below.

What we will cover in the two sessions:

• Overview of the DISC model and theory

• When and how to administer a DISC assessment

• Answering the tough questions from your clients

• Review of at least six different on-line vendors including costs, pros and cons

• A full DISC Profile for you to try yourself and discuss overviews in class

BONUS:  If you sign up by October 20^th, receive your own Personal multi-rater DISC Profile retailing at $59.95 AND a 12 page Coaching Effectiveness Skills PDF with Template from HRD Press.  (This can be used in paper version one on one with your clients but we trust you will not redistribute it.)  Total package value $145.50.

Register NOW to receive your bonus of a DISC Profile and eBook:

If this link does not work, cut and past the following URL into your browser:

http://www.cartville.com/app/javanof.asp?MerchantID=29035&ProductID=2488361

(The assessment will be sent to you with the bridge line 10 days prior to the start of the teleclasses.)

If you register after October 20^th the cost will be $74.50 and you will receive the Disc Profile but NOT the eBook.

Can’t attend? 

But interested in learning more about DISC?  You can sign up for the the DISCstyles 52 weekly email series covering DISC behavioral style information and application tips. It is FRE*E   You can cancel these free weekly email articles at any time after receiving the first one if you feel they don't provide value to you. Appropriate learning materials may be mentioned at the end of each weekly email. Rest assured that your email address and personal information will not be sold or used without your permission.

Send a blank email to:  roberta2-129941@autocontactor.com

Meet Roberta:

Roberta Hill is a PCC as well as a Professional

Mentor

Coach and Certified Teleclass Leader with CCUI. She is trained, qualified or certified in over a dozen assessments including MBTI, DISC and some 360 degree feedback mechanism. Roberta has been actively involved in researching and reviewing assessments as a "lay person" in the organization development field for over twenty years. She stresses the need for using these assessments in an ethical and appropriate manner.

Roberta owns Assessments Now, an online assessment provider with a network of more than 40 worldwide-qualified coaches. She recently moved from Ottawa, Canada to Geneva, Switzerland where she continues her work in coaching.  You can read more about Roberta at her bio.

Register NOW to receive your bonus of a DISC Profile and eBook: