Personality Assessment Guide: Unveiling Your Unique Traits
Carrie’s favorite tools
Know Thyself
Inspirational people know who they are and apply themselves authentically in the world to make it a better place. Only when you’re on the path to knowing yourself can you make the impact you want on the world. And as you and the world both evolve, you’ll need to do this work continually to make sure you remain in alignment with old and new values.
Understanding your who you are is a crucial step towards self-awareness and personal growth. This guide will introduce you to my favorite personality assessments, each using different methods and offering insights into different aspects of who you are. Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery!
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
- Understand the four dichotomies: Extraversion/Introversion, Sensing/Intuition, Thinking/Feeling, Judging/Perceiving. Mixing and matching these create 16 MBTI personality types.
- Dive into the nuances of your personality type and explore how it influences your behavior and preferences.
Enneagram
- Discover the nine Enneagram personality types and their core motivations.
- Growth Paths: Gain insights into your strengths and potential areas for personal development based on your Enneagram type.
- Explore the characteristics of each type and determine which one resonates with you the most.
Big Five Personality Traits
- Explore the five broad dimensions of personality - Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism (OCEAN).
- Practical Application: Understand how your personality traits influence your behavior, relationships, and life choices.
StrengthsFinder
- Uncover Your Strengths: Take the StrengthsFinder assessment to identify your top strengths out of 34 possible themes.
- Integration: Learn how to leverage your strengths in various aspects of your personal and professional life.
- Team Dynamics: Understand how your strengths contribute to team dynamics and collaboration.
DISC Personality Assessment
- Discover the four primary personality traits - Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness.
- Gain insights into your communication style, decision-making approach, and how you interact with others.
- Explore how understanding the DISC model can enhance your relationships and interpersonal skills.
Where to Find Them
Myers Briggs
Enneagram
Big Five Traits
StrengthsFinder
DISC Assessment
