In this blog series, we take a look at the similarities and differences of many employee assessment instruments and how you might use them – individually and together – to achieve your business and talent development needs. For this post, we discuss the LSI™ ...
Unlocking The Power of Herrmann’s Whole Brain® Thinking in School Teaching and Learning
The Four Thinking Quadrants Explained, and How To Communicate With Them
The Whole Brain® Model, developed by Ned Herrmann, serves as the cornerstone of the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI®). The Whole Brain® Model outlines an array of thinking preferences centred around four distinct quadrants: Analytical (A), Practical (B),...
Why the HBDI® is not a test
What is a test? To get your licence you complete a test. To see whether you need glasses you complete an eye exam. To pass a subject at school or university you complete an assessment. When assessing your leadership abilities, others conduct a 360-degree evaluation of...
How Your Job Can Shape Your Brain: Impact of Work on Cognitive Abilities
We all know that jobs have a significant impact on our lives. For most of us, Mondays to Fridays are spent working and although this earns us money, it can also affect our physical and mental health, social lives and overall well-being. There is, interestingly,...
How to Improve Nonverbal Communication in the Workplace
Nonverbal communication plays a powerful role in how we interact with others. While words convey information, much of the meaning comes through nonverbal messages—our tone, gestures, posture, and facial expressions. Research shows nonverbal cues account for a...
Overcoming Obstacles to Professional Development: strategies for addressing time constraints, budget limitations, and other barriers
Professional development is essential for individuals seeking to advance in their careers, gain new skills, and remain competitive in their field. However, there are often obstacles that make it difficult to pursue professional development opportunities, such as time...
Neurodiversity, Cognitive Diversity and where the HBDI® fits
We are often asked how the HBDI and Whole Brain® Thinking relate to individuals who are neurodivergent. To answer this question, we need to distinguish the difference between neurodiversity, neurodivergence, neuro-types and cognitive diversity. What is Neurodiversity?...
Boosting employee engagement: Strategies for a more productive and motivated workforce
Employee engagement is a critical factor in organisational success. It refers to the level of emotional commitment that employees have to their work and their organisation. Engaged employees are more productive, motivated, and likely to stay with their employer for a...














