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Attitudes vs. Beliefs: Why Knowing the Difference Can Transform Your Leadership
When was the last time you made a decision that surprised you? Maybe you supported a cause that didn’t align with your usual thinking. Or maybe you reacted strongly in a meeting but couldn’t quite explain why. Often, the invisible drivers behind these moments come down to the difference between
The Marshmallow Test: A Sweet Lesson in Emotional Intelligence
Imagine you’re four years old, sitting in a quiet room with a fluffy marshmallow placed right in front of you. A friendly adult tells you, “You can eat this now, or wait fifteen minutes and get two marshmallows instead.” Your tiny fingers twitch. Your stomach grumbles. Do you dive in—or do you wait for the bigger reward?
Well-Run DISC Clue: Blending DISC and EQ
You’ve probably heard about emotional intelligence, or EQ. It’s the ability to understand and manage your own emotions, and to understand and work with the emotions of other people. It sounds simple, but it’s actually one of the most powerful skills you can develop. And here’s something interesting: your DISC
Are You Motivated to Win In Sales?
Do you know what gets your top sales representatives excited to get up in the morning, and keeps them wanting to come back? Well-Run’s Benchmarks help businesses identify the driving forces that make up the ideal behavioral DNA for a ‘perfect fit’ for your most critical positions. Find out more
How to Understand Yourself and Others Like a Pro
Have you ever felt misunderstood or struggled to connect? Imagine this: You’re in a heated conversation, and suddenly, you say something you regret. Or perhaps, a coworker is upset, and you’re unsure how to comfort them. These everyday moments define our relationships, yet so many of us struggle to navigate
How to Communicate Better With Your High D Boss
YYou have been preparing for this conversation all week. You have the data, the timeline, the carefully worded request. You walk into your boss’s office, take a breath, and before you finish your first sentence, they say: “What’s the bottom line?” Welcome to life with a High D boss. If
Darth Vader: A Classic High D
Any Star Wars fan will tell you that there is quite a lot to say about Darth Vader. He had vision, and he had the drive to pursue it with everything he had. The cause may have been deeply misaligned, the methods absolutely not endorsed by DISC practitioners anywhere, but
What is Your Driving Force?
Ever wonder why you do what you do? Some people are energized by tradition, structure, and clarity. Others thrive when they can challenge the status quo or innovate freely. The underlying motivator that shapes your choices, focus, and behavior—both in life and at work—is known as your Driving Force. At
Are You A Yoda or A Homer Simpson? A Journey into Self-Awareness
Are You A Yoda or A Homer Simpson? A Journey into Self-Awareness Have you ever wondered what sets apart those who seem effortlessly in tune with themselves from those who act on impulse? In this article, we’ll explore self-awareness using two well-known characters as our guides—even if you’re not familiar
The Behaviour Gap: Why Smart Leaders Still Fail at Communication
The problem isn’t what you know. It’s what you don’t see. You’ve walked out of meetings wondering why your message didn’t land. You’ve watched talented teams underperform for reasons that feel maddeningly vague. You’ve delivered feedback that should have motivated someone, only to see them disengage. The culprit isn’t effort,
What Really Drives You? How Social Motivation Impacts Your Work and Relationships
Why do some people drop everything to help a teammate while others guard their time like treasure? It’s not just personality or mood. It often comes down to Motivators, also known as Driving Forces – the internal drivers that influence how we behave, make decisions, and engage with others. At
The 5 Essential Elements of Emotional Intelligence
The 5 Essential Elements of EQ Emotional intelligence is an essential life skill that shapes your interactions and decisions every day. Let’s explore how mastering the five key elements of emotional intelligence—Self Awareness, Self Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, and Social Skills—can transform your life. Ready to dive in? Self Awareness: Discovering