The Psychology of Workplace Assessments and Their Hidden Impacts

In this episode of The Culture Clinic, we will be exploring the complex world of personality assessments used in the workplace and how to navigate the challenges of applying them. Take a listen to learn about the historical roots and social impacts of three common assessments frequently used in organizations. You'll gain insights into tools like the Myers-Briggs, Big Five, and DiSC, examining their ability to connect and divide. We will uncover the social psychology behind in-group biases and how belonging can conflict with overgeneralization. Emphasizing ethical leadership and inclusivity, the discussion highlights how these tools should foster growth, not limit individuals.
Links for more exploration:

• The History of the MBTI® Assessment
• The "Big Five" Personality Traits
• Big Five Personality Traits: The 5-Factor Model of Personality
• The Famous Big 5 Personality Test Might Not Reveal The True You
• Everything DiSC
• Everything DiSC Timeline
• 7 Workplace Personality Tests That Can Help Improve Your Team
• Are your findings ‘WEIRD’?
• The Truth About Lie Detectors (aka Polygraph Tests)
• Lie Detectors: Why They Don't Work, and Why Police Use Them Anyway
• Persona: The Dark Truth Behind Personality Tests

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