Learning and Development Kebabs
What does learning and development have to do with kebabs? Well, it was something that one of our participants on an aspiring leadership programme said a few months back:
“I feel skewered! Some of the points were absolutely spot-on! I’ll admit, I had low expectations for this testing, but I think a lot of what it has said rings true from my own experience.”
What was he talking about? Well, last year we started using DISC Flow® to add more detail to our personal drivers’ assessments. He was talking about his experience with that.
DISC provides a way of exploring team dynamics. It helps you to understand how you work best, better appreciate the impact you have on others, communicate more effectively and build better and stronger relationships.
We selected DISC Flow® for Optima Training programmes, as it takes the tried-and-tested DISC model and combines it with the power of emotional intelligence. You can read more about it on our DISC profile page.
We love using a tool that:
- Is quick and simple to use.
- Provides a comprehensive report and ideas for action planning.
- Has emotional intelligence as its engine.
It’s a bit like cars. We’re all of a particular make and model but we can all add some new alloys, change the paintwork or refresh the interior. The most important part is the engine. Our emotional intelligence engine is the key to turbocharging our car. DISC Flow® demonstrates how developed emotional intelligence can be harnessed to enhance your profile.
We are seeing some great results. The conversation that follows, really changes the mindset to learning and development. We will be looking for more opportunities to use profiling techniques in future programmes.